Literary Journal
Reed Magazine
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Editorial focus
For over 150 years, Reed Magazine has published the work of writers and artists whose voices persist beyond the page. Based in San José, California, Reed is honored to feature the works of new and emerging authors alongside pieces by literary lions such as William Finnegan, Ursula K. Le Guin, T. C. Boyle, Naomi Shihab Nye, Forrest Gander, and Robert Hass. In addition, they publish original profiles of authors connected to the Golden State, examining their take on life and art.
Submitting your work
For the Emerging Voices Contest, only high school students from Santa Clara, CA are eligible. Submit previously unpublished work in fiction, poetry, or nonfiction. Follow the guidelines on the website carefully, including word limits and formatting. For general submissions, Reed Magazine accepts work from all writers, but prioritize reading the current issue to understand the magazine's aesthetic. Simultaneous submissions are accepted, but notify immediately if your work is accepted elsewhere. Response times vary, so be patient. Include a brief cover letter with your submission.
The deadline for poetry, fictoin, and nonfiction submissions is on October 1 for both general and contest categories. The deadline for art submissions is November 1.
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