Cleveland State University Poetry Center — Submissions

Overview
The Cleveland State University Poetry Center, an established literary press and magazine affiliated with Cleveland State University, opens its submission window for poetry, fiction, and nonfiction. While the Center is historically rooted in poetry publishing, its magazine extends its purview to include fiction and nonfiction, reflecting a broad literary commitment. This call represents an opportunity for writers to place work with a university-affiliated literary institution that has a long-standing presence in the independent literary landscape. The Center's editorial vision is shaped by its academic context and its history of publishing both emerging and established voices. Submissions are evaluated with an eye toward craft, originality, and contribution to contemporary literary discourse. The magazine serves as a platform for writing that engages with the complexities of form and content, without allegiance to a single aesthetic school. Writers selected for publication join a lineage of contributors that includes poets and prose writers of note. The Center does not charge a submission fee, though this detail should be confirmed on the official guidelines page. The deadline of November 1, 2026, provides ample time for writers to prepare and submit their strongest work. The Center's reputation for serious literary engagement makes it a notable venue for writers seeking a thoughtful readership.