Literary Journal

The Good Life Review

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About the magazine

The Good Life Review is an online literary journal founded in 2020 with the conviction that literature can illuminate the textures of everyday existence. Based in the United States, it publishes poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction on a rolling basis, with periodic themed issues. The journal's ethos is rooted in accessibility and emotional precision: it seeks work that is unpretentious yet formally attentive, favoring clarity over obscurity and resonance over novelty for its own sake. Each issue is thoughtfully curated, often featuring a mix of emerging and established voices, and the journal maintains a lean, editor-driven approach that prioritizes the writing itself over institutional apparatus.

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The Good Life Review accepts submissions via Submittable during announced reading periods. Writers should familiarize themselves with recent issues to understand the journal's aesthetic, which favors work that is grounded, vivid, and emotionally resonant. For flash fiction and creative nonfiction, aim for under 1,000 words; poetry submissions may include up to three poems. Simultaneous submissions are permitted with prompt notification of acceptance elsewhere. Include a brief cover letter with publication credits, if any, but avoid excessive biography. Response times vary, typically within 1–3 months. The editors appreciate concise, polished drafts and encourage writers to submit their strongest, most authentic work rather than trend-driven pieces.

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