Fourth Genre is a literary magazine with a longstanding commitment to the essay and nonfiction forms. Its pages have historically featured work that tests the boundaries of the genre, embracing memoir, personal essay, literary journalism, and hybrid forms. The journal is not aligned with a single aesthetic or school; rather, it seeks writing that is formally ambitious and intellectually rigorous. For this general call, the editors are open to submissions across the full spectrum of nonfiction, with no thematic restrictions. The reading period is fixed, and a submission fee of $4.00 (USD) applies. While no prize is offered, publication in Fourth Genre carries the weight of a journal that has been a home for distinguished nonfiction for decades. The curatorial vision is one of inclusivity and experimentation: work that is notable for its craft, its insight, and its willingness to take risks on the page.