Laurel Moon is a literary magazine dedicated to publishing the work of undergraduate writers currently enrolled in colleges and universities across the United States. The magazine provides a platform for emerging voices, offering a space where student writers can present their prose to a discerning readership. By focusing exclusively on undergraduates, Laurel Moon fosters a community of early-career literary practitioners and contributes to the broader landscape of contemporary fiction. The submission process is straightforward: there is no fee to submit, and the magazine accepts prose submissions year-round, with a fixed deadline of October 15, 2026, for the current reading period. While the magazine does not specify a prize or monetary compensation, publication in Laurel Moon offers undergraduate writers the opportunity to see their work in a curated literary context, alongside peers from other institutions. The editorial team seeks writing that demonstrates craft, originality, and a serious engagement with the short story form. Laurel Moon's curatorial vision is grounded in supporting the next generation of writers. The magazine is not defined by a single aesthetic or theme; rather, it values well-crafted prose that reflects the diverse experiences and imaginative capacities of undergraduate writers. The editors are attentive to voice, structure, and emotional resonance, and they approach each submission with the care and respect that serious literary work deserves.