Sharp Objects: Do Not Swallow

How Accurate Are Acceptance Rates for Literary Magazines, Really?

And do they even matter?

May 16 •

Why Lit Mags will Survive the Zombie Apocalypse

watch a database of lit mags justify its existence in the face of emerging artificial intelligence.

Mar 14 •

How Do You Know if a Lit Mag is Good?

Our plans for pursuing quality over quantity in 2024.

Dec 7, 2023 •

How to become a "prestigious" top-ranked literary magazine

And all that entails.

Oct 5, 2023 •

What are the signs of an unreliable literary magazine?

Here are the 4 factors we've identified that increase the likelihood of a magazine going defunct.

Sep 14, 2023 •

Dear Pigeon Review, We Love you.

Don't make it weird.

Aug 9, 2023 •

Why do writers submit to literary magazines?

One reason among many.

Jul 26, 2023 •

How Do Lit Mags Make Money, Anyway?

There are only 44 Lit Mags who pay writers, don't charge fees, use a paid manager, and have survived 20+ years.

Jun 21, 2023 •

The Literary Industry is Dying! Pfft, OK.

We're feeling subtle today.

May 17, 2023 •

Secret Chill Subs Data Tells a Different Story About Submission Fees

Industry Insights: An exhaustive look at why submission fees happen, who is responsible, and what we can do about it.

Apr 19, 2023 •

We've Read over 4,000 Submission Guidelines. Here's Some Feedback.

Deepest apologies for the unavoidable sass.

Mar 29, 2023 •

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