Passages North, a literary magazine affiliated with Northern Michigan University, publishes an annual print issue alongside weekly online bonus content during the academic year. The magazine seeks original fiction, poetry, short-shorts, nonfiction, and hybrid pieces, maintaining a commitment to diverse voices and innovative forms. The short-short category, in particular, offers a concentrated space for narrative compression and lyric intensity. Contributors whose work is selected for the print issue receive two copies of the magazine; online contributors are featured on the magazine's website and social media platforms. While Passages North does not currently offer monetary payment, the editorial team emphasizes careful treatment of submissions and active promotion of contributors' work. The magazine's reading periods for short-shorts, poetry, and nonfiction/hybrid typically run from September 1 through April 15, though categories may close early due to submission volume. The curatorial vision of Passages North favors writing that demonstrates formal risk, emotional precision, and a distinctive voice. The short-short form is approached not as a truncated story but as a complete artistic gesture, where every sentence carries weight. The magazine's history of publishing both emerging and established writers reflects a dedication to literary merit over name recognition.