ZYZZYVA has long served as a vital forum for literary voices rooted in or attuned to the West Coast, publishing work that reflects the region's diverse sensibilities without being provincial. The magazine's purview encompasses fiction, poetry, and nonfiction, and its pages have historically featured both emerging and established writers whose work demonstrates formal acuity and emotional resonance. This call for submissions is an open invitation to contribute to that lineage, with no thematic constraints beyond the quality and seriousness of the writing itself. While the magazine does not specify a fee or prize, its reputation rests on the curatorial rigor of its editors, who select work for its craft, originality, and capacity to surprise. Publication in ZYZZYVA is not a contest but a collaboration: accepted pieces join an ongoing conversation about literature and place, and contributors become part of a community that values thoughtful, risk-taking writing. The absence of a prize or fee underscores that the reward is publication itself—a platform with a discerning readership and a commitment to literary excellence. The deadline of January 1, 2027, provides ample time for writers to refine their submissions. The magazine's editorial vision favors work that is deeply considered, whether it engages with the landscapes, histories, or complexities of the West or transcends regional boundaries altogether. There is no prescribed aesthetic; instead, the editors seek writing that feels necessary, that demonstrates a command of language, and that contributes meaningfully to contemporary letters.