Literary Journal

Sierra Nevada Review

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About the magazine

Founded in 2008 and based at Sierra Nevada College (now Sierra Nevada University) in Incline Village, Nevada, the Sierra Nevada Review is a literary journal that publishes poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction. Its founding ethos is rooted in a commitment to the literary arts and a belief in the power of diverse voices to illuminate the human experience. The journal seeks to provide a platform for both emerging and established writers, with a particular emphasis on work that demonstrates a strong sense of place, character, and narrative craft. Over the years, it has maintained a reputation for curating thoughtful, well-crafted writing that often reflects the landscapes and communities of the American West while also embracing a broader, more universal scope.

Editorial focus

The Sierra Nevada Review publishes poetry, fiction, and nonfiction that leans toward the unconventional, surprising, and risky. Editors appreciate experiments in form and content and prefer works whose meanings deepen on repeated readings.

PoetryFictionCreative Nonfiction

Submitting your work

Reading periodMar 1 to May 1

Reading feeYes

PaymentNo payment

Response time3 to 6 months

Simultaneous submissionsYes

Unsolicited submissionsYes

Writers should submit only previously unpublished work. The journal typically accepts submissions via its online portal during reading periods, which are announced on its website and social media. Simultaneous submissions are generally permitted, but notify immediately if accepted elsewhere. Proofread carefully; the editors value clean, error-free manuscripts. For poetry, send 3-5 poems; for fiction and nonfiction, one piece up to 5,000 words. Include a brief cover letter with your contact information and publication history, if any. Response times vary, often taking several months, so patience is advised. The annual contest offers a cash prize and publication; check guidelines for specific deadlines and fees.

We no longer take submissions through snail mail or email, Submittable only. Please visit our website for sample work.

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