Big Other is an online literary magazine that publishes fiction, poetry, and nonfiction, with a particular interest in work that intersects with cultural criticism and contemporary thought. Since its founding, the magazine has provided a platform for writing that is intellectually rigorous and formally adventurous, often featuring voices that challenge conventional literary boundaries. The magazine operates without a fixed deadline, accepting submissions on a rolling basis. This open call reflects Big Other's commitment to accessibility and its ongoing dialogue with a community of readers and writers. While the magazine does not charge a submission fee, it also does not offer monetary compensation, a common model for independent literary publications sustained by volunteer labor and a shared investment in the literary ecosystem. Under the editorial direction of its founders and editors, Big Other seeks work that is attentive to the nuances of language and ideas. The magazine's curatorial vision is rooted in the belief that literature can be a site of critical engagement, where personal and political concerns are explored with equal seriousness. Submissions are evaluated on their craft, originality, and resonance with the magazine's aesthetic and intellectual commitments.