Lost & Found: Short Fiction for Lost & Found!
Overview
Lost & Found is a magazine seeking work that explores the many valences of its namesake theme. The call is open to fiction, nonfiction, and hybrid texts, encouraging a broad interpretation: what can be misplaced, rediscovered, remembered, recovered, or found in unexpected places. This is not a competition for a prize but an editorial opportunity for publication in an online magazine with a clearly defined thematic focus. The magazine's curatorial vision centers on work that engages with the theme in nuanced and inventive ways. While the theme is expansive, the editors are likely to value submissions that move beyond literal interpretations to consider the metaphorical, emotional, and structural possibilities of loss and recovery. The absence of a submission fee and the online format suggest a commitment to accessibility and to publishing voices that might not otherwise find a platform. Writers should note that the magazine publishes fiction, nonfiction, and hybrid work, indicating an openness to formal experimentation and cross-genre approaches. The deadline is fixed, and all submissions must be received by November 25, 2026. There is no entry fee, and the magazine does not charge for submissions, aligning with its inclusive ethos.