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triquarterly.org
Creative community3 open opportunities listed

About the organization

TriQuarterly is a literary magazine founded in 1964 at Northwestern University. Originally a print journal, it transitioned to an online format in 2010, continuing its commitment to publishing innovative fiction, poetry, essays, and translation. The magazine has a storied history of championing both emerging and established voices, with a particular openness to formal experimentation and international writing. Its ethos is rooted in the belief that literature can be a site of rigorous inquiry and aesthetic risk, and it maintains a strong editorial vision that balances tradition with contemporary concerns.

Opportunities

3 listed

Areas of practice

TriQuarterly is a journal of writing, art, and cultural inquiry from Northwestern University.

PoetryFictionCreative Nonfiction

Application guidance

Application windowMar 1 to May 31
Application feeYes
PaymentCash
Response timeGreater than 6 months
Simultaneous submissionsYes
Unsolicited submissionsYes

TriQuarterly accepts submissions via its online portal, typically during reading periods announced on its website. Writers should familiarize themselves with recent issues to understand the magazine's aesthetic range, which favors work that is intellectually ambitious and emotionally resonant. Cover letters are not required, but a brief bio is appreciated. Simultaneous submissions are accepted with prompt notification of acceptance elsewhere. Response times vary, often several months, so patience is advised. The editors value clarity, originality, and a strong command of language over trend-driven work.

Please check the website’s submission guidelines for the most up-to-date information.

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