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MIDLVLMAG (Mid-Level Management Literary Magazine)

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About the magazine

MIDLVLMAG (Mid-Level Management Literary Magazine) is an online literary magazine founded with the aim of exploring the aesthetics and politics of administrative labor, bureaucratic language, and the textures of contemporary work-life. Since its inception, it has provided a platform for writing that interrogates the rhetorics of professionalism, human resources, and the often-absurd rituals of corporate and institutional life. The magazine's ethos is rooted in a critical, yet playful, engagement with the materials of management—memos, performance reviews, mission statements—as literary forms. Each issue, such as the forthcoming 'Human Capital: Issue no. 9', is organized around a thematic keyword, inviting contributors to submit poetry, fiction, essays, and hybrid texts that dissect, repurpose, or subvert the language of the workplace.

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Before submitting, familiarize yourself with the magazine's thematic focus and past issues. MIDLVLMAG seeks work that engages critically and creatively with the vocabularies of management, administration, and professional life. Avoid straightforward realism or didacticism; instead, consider how form can mirror or disrupt bureaucratic structures. Submissions should be sent during announced reading periods, which are typically tied to specific issue themes. Simultaneous submissions are accepted, but please notify promptly if your work is placed elsewhere. Include a brief cover letter that contextualizes your submission within the issue's theme. Payment is competitive for online publications, and the magazine is committed to fostering a supportive editorial process.

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OpenDeadline · 2026-10-31