Breakwater Review is a literary magazine that publishes poetry with a discerning eye. The journal's general reading period offers poets a chance to place their work in a curated context, where each submission is considered with seriousness and attention. The review seeks to foster a community of writers whose work engages with the complexities of contemporary life. The submission guidelines are precise: poets may send up to three poems in a single .doc or .docx file, and adherence to these requirements is mandatory to avoid automatic withdrawal. This structure ensures that each manuscript is evaluated fairly and efficiently. The $3 fee supports the journal's operations and signals a commitment to the work of publishing. While the magazine does not specify a thematic focus, its editorial vision is implied by its title—a breakwater is a structure that protects and shapes, suggesting a poetics that is both sheltering and formative. Poets are encouraged to submit work that demonstrates craft, originality, and a willingness to engage with the currents of contemporary poetry.