Jackdaw Review General Poetry Submission Winter 2027

Overview
Jackdaw Review, the literary journal of Jackdaw Press, is currently accepting poetry submissions for its Winter 2027 issue. The magazine publishes an online flip book journal, a format that prioritizes wide accessibility and ease of reading. The editors express a commitment to thoughtful consideration of each submission, with an aim to respond within three months. There is a $3 fee per submission, and while contributors are not currently paid, the journal offers publication in a digital format that reaches a broad audience. The aesthetic vision of Jackdaw Review is defined by poetry that is evocative, well-polished, and accessible. The editors seek vivid imagery, strong narratives, and fresh perspectives. This suggests a preference for work that balances craft with clarity, avoiding obscurity for its own sake while still aiming for resonance and originality. The inaugural issue is available online as a reference for prospective submitters, providing a concrete sense of the journal's editorial sensibilities. Submissions may include 3-5 poems as a single entry, with each poem not exceeding one page in length. Simultaneous submissions are permitted, provided that the editors are notified immediately if the work is accepted elsewhere. All work must be previously unpublished and submitted through the designated forms. The journal's curatorial approach appears to value coherence within a submission while remaining open to a range of voices and styles that fit its stated criteria.