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About the magazine
Indiana Review is a literary journal founded in 1976 at Indiana University Bloomington. Established with a commitment to publishing emerging and established voices, the journal has long been a home for innovative poetry, fiction, and nonfiction that challenges conventional forms. Its mission centers on fostering a diverse literary community and providing a platform for work that is both artistically ambitious and emotionally resonant. Over the decades, it has maintained a reputation for editorial rigor and a willingness to take risks on unconventional manuscripts.
Editorial focus
Indiana Review is a nonprofit literary magazine dedicated to showcasing the talents of emerging and established writers. Its mission is to offer the highest quality writing within a wide aesthetic.
PoetryFictionCreative Nonfiction
Submitting your work
Reading periodFeb 1 to Mar 31
Reading feeYes
PaymentCash
Response time3 to 6 months
Simultaneous submissionsYes
Unsolicited submissionsYes
Writers should familiarize themselves with recent issues to understand the journal's aesthetic range. Submit polished work that demonstrates originality and careful craft. Simultaneous submissions are accepted, but notify promptly if work is placed elsewhere. Reading periods vary, so check the website for current guidelines. Include a brief cover letter and adhere strictly to genre-specific word limits. Indiana Review values voices from underrepresented communities and encourages submissions that reflect diverse perspectives.
Please do review the submission guidelines on our website and make sure that submissions are open for your genre.