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Solstice: A Magazine of Diverse Voices

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About the magazine

Solstice: A Magazine of Diverse Voices was founded in 2001 by a collective of writers and educators affiliated with the Solstice MFA Program at Pine Manor College. From its inception, the magazine has sought to challenge the homogeneity of mainstream literary publishing by centering voices that have been historically underrepresented—writers of color, LGBTQ+ writers, writers with disabilities, and those from working-class backgrounds. Its mission is not merely to publish diversity as a demographic category but to foster a rigorous, aesthetically varied literary conversation that reflects the complexity of contemporary experience. Over two decades, Solstice has become a vital venue for both emerging and established writers, known for its commitment to craft and its resistance to tokenism.

Editorial focus

Solstice is committed to publishing works by diverse authors, and writers on the margins. It is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. It publishes poetry, poetry in translation, fiction, nonfiction, and graphic literature, as well as photography. It is open for two reading periods during the year: one for general submissions (August 1 to March 31) and another for its Annual Literary Contest (April 1 to June 1).

PoetryFictionCreative NonfictionTranslation

Submitting your work

Reading periodAug 1 to Mar 31
Reading feeYes
PaymentNo payment
Response time3 to 6 months
Simultaneous submissionsYes
Unsolicited submissionsYes

Solstice welcomes submissions from writers of all backgrounds, with a particular interest in work that engages with issues of identity, culture, and social justice. Before submitting, read several recent issues to understand the magazine's aesthetic range—it favors work that is both emotionally resonant and formally accomplished. Poetry submissions should include 3-5 poems in a single file. Simultaneous submissions are accepted, but notify the magazine immediately if your work is accepted elsewhere. Response times vary from 2-6 months, so plan accordingly. Solstice does not charge submission fees for general submissions, though occasional contests may have a fee. Always include a brief cover letter with your publication history, if any, and a short bio. The editors value concise, well-crafted work over lengthy explanations.

Please go to https://solsticelitmag.org for submission guidelines, and read pieces from our online archive before submitting.

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OpenDeadline · 2027-05-02

Solstice: A Magazine of Diverse Voices — Solstice Literary Magazine: Fiction Submissions

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OpenDeadline · 2027-06-02

Solstice: A Magazine of Diverse Voices — Graphic Lit

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OpenDeadline · 2027-06-02

Solstice: A Magazine of Diverse Voices — Non- Fiction

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OpenDeadline · 2027-06-02

Solstice: A Magazine of Diverse Voices — Poetry in Translation

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OpenDeadline · 2027-06-02

Solstice: A Magazine of Diverse Voices — Solstice Literary Magazine: Poetry Submissions

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