Literary Journal

Two Hawks Quarterly

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About the magazine

Two Hawks Quarterly is a literary journal founded in 2007 by the husband-and-wife team of David and Nancy Anderson. Rooted in a commitment to literary craft and the natural world, the journal takes its name from the two hawks that nested near the founders' home. It publishes poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction that demonstrate a keen eye for detail, emotional resonance, and a sense of place. The journal has maintained a steady presence in the independent literary scene, offering a platform for both emerging and established voices.

Editorial focus

A digital literary journal brought to you by students and faculty in the BA in Liberal Studies Creative Writing Concentration at Antioch University Los Angeles. Two Hawks Quarterly is dedicated to publishing works that spark debate, challenge readers’ expectations, and take aesthetic risks. They seek exquisitely crafted fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, and works that defy easy genre categorization.

PoetryFictionCreative Nonfiction

Submitting your work

Reading periodOct 1 to Jun 30

Reading feeNo

PaymentNo payment

Response time3 to 6 months

Simultaneous submissionsYes

Unsolicited submissionsYes

Two Hawks Quarterly accepts submissions of poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction year-round via Submittable. There are no strict length limits, but shorter works are preferred. Simultaneous submissions are allowed, but please notify promptly if your work is accepted elsewhere. The journal values work that is polished, evocative, and grounded in authentic experience. Response times vary, but typically range from one to three months. Payment is in contributor copies.

Two Hawks Quarterly is looking for exquisitely crafted work that will astonish, surprise, challenge, and delight us. THQ accepts simultaneous submissions, but please inform us immediately if your work is accepted elsewhere. All work received is reviewed by at least three editors and often read aloud in a group setting. We strive to respond to every submission within four months or less. We look forward to enjoying your work!

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ClosedDeadline · 2026-10-01