Red Ogre Review

Submitting your work

Submit work that is honest, accessible, and unafraid of sentiment or directness. The editors favor poems and stories that demonstrate a lived understanding of teaching, learning, or community. Avoid academic jargon and overly polished MFA-style verse. Read past issues to gauge tone. Simultaneous submissions are accepted, but notify promptly if accepted elsewhere. Include a brief cover letter that explains your connection to education, if relevant.

We typically publish only one piece per author. For poetry submissions, in particular, it can be helpful to err on the side of submitting more pieces rather than fewer. We’re also actively interested in publishing authors based outside of the United States.