Vallum: Contemporary Poetry is a literary magazine with a longstanding commitment to publishing work that engages with the complexities of contemporary experience. While its name foregrounds poetry, the magazine's scope extends to fiction and nonfiction, reflecting a curatorial interest in writing that crosses genre boundaries and resists easy categorization. The magazine has a history of presenting voices from diverse traditions and aesthetics, often with an international outlook. For this open submission period, the editors are seeking manuscripts that demonstrate formal control, intellectual rigor, and emotional resonance. The magazine does not prescribe a theme, but past issues have shown a predilection for work that is attentive to language, image, and the rhythms of thought. Whether poetry, fiction, or nonfiction, successful submissions are likely to be those that feel necessary—writing that could not have been written by anyone else. While no fee is indicated in the provided information, writers should consult the magazine's guidelines for complete details on submission requirements and compensation. Vallum's editorial process is selective, and the magazine's pages have historically featured both emerging and established writers. The deadline of January 1, 2027, offers ample time for careful revision and thoughtful assembly of a submission.