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Modern Literature

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About the magazine

Modern Literature is a digital and print journal dedicated to contemporary literary arts, with a particular emphasis on innovative poetry, fiction, and hybrid texts. Founded in 2010 by a collective of writers and editors, it emerged as a response to the increasing commercialization of literary publishing, aiming to provide a platform for work that prioritizes linguistic experimentation, emotional complexity, and intellectual rigor over market trends. The journal operates with a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive literary community, publishing both emerging and established voices from around the world. Its core mission is to champion literature that challenges conventional forms and explores the boundaries of genre, while maintaining a deep respect for the craft of writing. Each issue is thoughtfully curated to create a dialogue between texts, often featuring a mix of poetry, short fiction, essays, and visual art that resonate with contemporary cultural and political concerns. Modern Literature has become known for its discerning editorial eye and its dedication to presenting work that is both aesthetically daring and socially engaged.

Editorial focus

Modern Literature is an online, international literary magazine, aspiring to grow into a global platform for showcasing the latest trends in modern literature. They are a nonprofit venture, solely with the idea of growing their magazine into one of international repute and to provide a platform for young, aspiring writers/artists to showcase their works.

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Submitting your work

Reading periodJan 1 to Dec 31

Reading feeNo

PaymentNo payment

Simultaneous submissionsYes

Unsolicited submissionsYes

Before submitting, carefully review several recent issues to understand the journal's aesthetic and editorial preferences. Modern Literature favors work that demonstrates a strong sense of voice, formal innovation, and emotional resonance; it is less interested in straightforward narrative or traditional lyric poetry unless it brings something new to the form. Submissions are accepted year-round via the online portal, but response times can be slow (3-6 months), so patience is advised. Simultaneous submissions are permitted, but please notify immediately if your work is accepted elsewhere. Include a brief cover letter that contextualizes your work, but avoid lengthy biographical statements. The editors appreciate concise, well-edited submissions and are committed to providing feedback when possible, though due to volume, this is not guaranteed. For print issues, only previously unpublished work is considered; online features may include reprints if they are not widely available.

Modern Literature publishes all genres of literature—fiction, poetry, nonfiction, essays on arts and politics, etc. Please do visit the site. You can send your literary articles as Word doc attachments to: [email protected]

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