Calling all writers and artists—Unwashed (@unwashed53207.bsky.social) is accepting work now through May 31. They want creative fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and black‑and‑white art (including photography). I caught up with Caretaker Bill Zman to learn more. buff.ly/3IfHCUe

Poems in pill bottles. Poems in matchboxes. Poems that vanish as soon as you see them. @joshmedsker.bsky.social self-interview digs into the strange, handmade world of Container Poems—art made for one person at a time. buff.ly/mFikyTj #containerpoems #poetrycommunity

This week in the poetry blogs w/ @myheadtheforest.bsky.social @robmclennan.bsky.social @wendypratt.bsky.social @jwikeley.bsky.social @kimmoorepoet.bsky.social @richardjnewman.bsky.social @billymills.bsky.social @kent-nj.bsky.social @victoriamoul.bsky.social 1/4 www.vianegativa.us/2026/04/poet...

Erica Goss reflects on the long, winding path to her second poetry collection and what it taught her about patience, structure, and letting a manuscript reveal itself over time. Read her guest post on the making of Landscape with Womb and Paradox buff.ly/3Dt3z0v #poetrycommunity #poetrybook

Ever wonder how @chillsubs.bsky.social went from “what if…” to a platform 80k writers rely on? I interviewed cofounder Ben Davis about the early days, new features, and what’s ahead. And if you’ve been eyeing a membership, their 50% off deal ends at 1pm ET! Read more below. buff.ly/zLUoie7

I had the chance to interview Eneida Alcalde, Poetry Editor at Oyster River Pages, about what their team looks for and how they approach publishing underrepresented voices. Submissions are open in all genres until May 15, 2026. Full interview here: buff.ly/d5fPBgM #poetrycommunity

Thanks to Dave for putting together this weekly list of poet bloggers!

My poem “Dear Judy” is now out in the Spring 2026 issue of @solsticelitmag.bsky.social. It’s part of my ongoing series of epistolary duplex poems for my mother. And since it’s National Poetry Month, consider reaching out to a poet whose work has stayed with you. buff.ly/E8CZqtH #duplexpoem #NaPoMo

Writers and artists—don’t miss my new interview with Glint’s editor, Brenda Mann Hammack. Lots of insight on submissions, hybrid work, and what makes a piece stand out. Submissions open Nov–Apr. Read more below. buff.ly/wfO3pLI #poetrycommunity #artistcommunity #litmags

War vs. spring with poets @garybarwin.bsky.social @pfanderson.bsky.social @webbish6.bsky.social @trishhopkinsonpoet.bsky.social @victoriamoul.bsky.social @thepoetslizard.bsky.social @kristybowen.bsky.social @roguestrands.bsky.social 3/4 www.vianegativa.us/2026/04/poet...

I talked with Grace Black, Founder and EIC of @inkinthirds.bsky.social, about the magazine and what they’re hoping to see in submissions. They’re fee-free, respond quickly, and welcome a wide range of forms, including experimental pieces. Full interview and submission details below.

5 days left to send in work for ALOCASIA's THORNS issue! We're seeking work for an upcoming themed issue examining lived experiences of queer domestic violence, partner violence, and sexual assault through the lens of horticulture and plant life. alocasia.org/about-send-w...

AUIS Literary Journal is open for submissions until April 15. I loved getting to interview editor Sanaria Jalal about the journal’s mission, vision, and multilingual creative community. Read the interview and send in your work. buff.ly/5IhDHSI #poetrycommunity #litmags

My poem On the Rim of Depoe Bay is out today in the new issue of @rogueagent.bsky.social, just in time for the first day of National Poetry Month. Congrats to all the contributors! Rogue Agent is open year‑round for submissions. buff.ly/HH4TvP1 #poetrycommunity #NaPoMo

With Trans Day of Visibility coming up on March 31, I had the joy of interviewing Nadia Arioli of Thimble about their special issue, Thimble: Transpoetics. If you’re a trans writer or artist, they’d love to see your work. buff.ly/YL2h9XY #poetrycommunity #TransDayOfVisibility #litmags

Check out this interview about new words {press} with Trish Hopkinson @trishhopkinsonpoet.bsky.social at Selfish Poet. So honored to have this opportunity. trishhopkinson.com/2026/03/28/p...

I’ve got a new guest post up today from the brilliant Audrey Gidman, who has been quietly gathering queer lit journals and mags into one gorgeous list for all of us. It’s a treasure trove of LGBTQ+ places to read, submit, and celebrate queer writing. buff.ly/ppx4iZq #LGBTQ+ #litmags

Spotlighting new words {press} @newwordspress.bsky.social, a nonprofit championing innovative poetry by trans* and gender‑expansive writers. Issue no. 8 is open through April 20, 2026—no fees, quick responses, and payment plus a contributor copy. buff.ly/nqcouzI

What happens when a poet and an illustrator commit to truly seeing together? In their guest post, Renée K. Nicholson @reneeknicholson.bsky.social and Sally Brown pull back the curtain on the creative alchemy behind their collaborative book Feverdream. buff.ly/j4IDZ6p #poetrycommunity

3/4 @samrasnake.bsky.social @suzannafitzpatrick.bsky.social @trishhopkinsonpoet.bsky.social @reneeknicholson.bsky.social @koshtra.bsky.social @garybarwin.bsky.social @pfanderson.bsky.social @kelliagodon.bsky.social @webbish6.bsky.social www.vianegativa.us/2026/03/poet...

@broadripplereview.bsky.social is an independent quarterly lit mag founded and edited by Kelly Schoenegge publishing fiction, nonfiction, poetry, reviews, and interviews. They’re always open for submissions, charge no fees, and respond in under 30 days. buff.ly/xHMURaC #poetrycommunity #litmags

Cave fish, unnamable muscles & more @aempoet.bsky.social @garybarwin.bsky.social @webbish6.bsky.social @teatimehaiku.bsky.social @joshmedsker.bsky.social @trishhopkinsonpoet.bsky.social @renee-emerson.bsky.social @oyoguhito.bsky.social @matthewepaul.bsky.social 3/3 www.vianegativa.us/2026/03/poet...

The Poetry Vessel is a multimedia poetry project and podcast created by poet and former Malibu Poet Laureate Nathan Hassall and his wife, Rachael. They are always open for poetry submissions for their ongoing video/magazine-style episodes. For more info, see my interview:

We're seeking work for an upcoming themed issue, THORNS, which will examine lived experiences of queer domestic violence, partner violence, and sexual assault through the lens of horticulture and plant life. Please send no more than 6 poems or 3 pieces of prose by April 10th. More: alocasia.org

I've just extended the deadline for Mental Health Poetry to 30th May! Lots going on right now :) roughdiamondpoetry.com/submissions/

Tomorrow! Link to register in bio!

Josh Medsker @joshmedsker.bsky.social has started something new by way of Disappearing Poems on Instagram. I wanted to know more about this new project, so I interviewed Medsker to find out what he is up to. Learn more about this project and how to join in below.

Ever thought about turning your hobbies into poems? Guest blog post by Rebecca Ferlotti shows how everyday passions—cooking, gardening, reading, even late night YouTube spirals—can become rich material for ekphrastic poetry. Plus, retreat discount until March 31! buff.ly/5LfFxeA #poetrycommunity

Alocasia Magazine @alocasiamag.bsky.social is a bi-monthly online journal that publishes queer writers exploring our lives and experiences through the lens of plants and gardening and horticulture. See my interview with editor Sarah Clark and a link to submission guidelines below. buff.ly/9gMgjh4

If you’re at #awp2026 come say hi at Asterism Books table 1266 at 3pm. I’ll be signing copies of A Godless Ascends!

Unlikely Stories Six @unlikely-stories.bsky.social is always open for no fee submissions of poetry, fiction, and creative non-fiction, visual art, music, films, etc. For more information, see my interview with editor Jonathan Penton with a link to submission guidelines below. buff.ly/SGjE1e7

@followers I’m putting together a fresh, community‑powered list of lit mags and journals that welcome longer poems w/ no fees — and I’d love your help! 🔍 Calling all editors If your magazine accepts or publishes long poems 🖋️ Calling all poets Have you had a long poem published somewhere recently?

Hi all, just a couple of reminders... You can follow me on your favorite platforms and see additional posts and shares via my Linktree here: linktr.ee/trishhopkins... As always, make sure to subscribe to my website via email: trishhopkinson.com

This curated list includes over 100 literary magazines and journals that respond quickly, have no fees, and some paying. Many have been featured on my website. buff.ly/3Ab4QrC #poetrycommunity #WritingCommunity #litmags

Spring blizzards, midwinter mojo, and more with poets @shawnalemay.bsky.social @pi-and-anne.bsky.social @iralightman.bsky.social @jannoble.bsky.social @samrasnake.bsky.social @trishhopkinsonpoet.bsky.social @velveteenrabbi.bsky.social @aempoet.bsky.social 2/3 www.vianegativa.us/2026/02/poet...

I’m thrilled to share that my latest guest post, “Write, Revise, Submit: Essential Tips for Undergraduate Writers,” is now live on the University of Arizona Poetry Center’s blog. It includes a list of journals that accept undergraduate-only work. buff.ly/CjC3tpD #undergraduates #litmags

I’m thrilled to share that my latest guest post, “Write, Revise, Submit: Essential Tips for Undergraduate Writers,” is now live on the University of Arizona Poetry Center’s blog. It includes a list of journals that accept undergraduate-only work. buff.ly/CjC3tpD #undergraduates #litmags

Submit. Breathe. Receive feedback within 24 hours. Our 24-Hour Response Event is designed to support writers who need thoughtful responses — fast. Submit now: fahmidanjournal.submittable.com/submit

As #AWP26 approaches, the energy is already building. I’m especially excited to share a few events I’m personally involved in, along with my schedule picks for poets and booths in the bookfair you won’t want to miss. If you’ll be in Baltimore, below is where you can find me!

Thanks to Megan Alpert @meganalpert.bsky.social for this guest post about her experience submitting her book for publication--including tips, advice, and information on her next low-cost Submissions Jumpstart workshop.

I’m thrilled to share that my latest guest post, “18 No Fee Lit Mags Elevating Disabled Voices,” is now live on the University of Arizona Poetry Center’s blog. The list explores a wide range of no-fee literary magazines actively seeking work from disabled poets, writers, and artists.

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, check out this no fee call and interview with G. Lynn Brown of Micromance Magazine—the only lit mag dedicated to sweet romance, women’s fiction, and romantic poetry.

Thanks to Kallie Falandays of @telltellpoetry.bsky.social for this fun astrological approach to submitting poetry! The listings below include several for poetry manuscripts with some lit mags sprinkled in, there are at least a couple of no fee listings for each horoscope!

The Sejong Cultural Society is currently open for no fee entries for their Sijo Event Challenge & Sijo Recitation Challenge ($100 awards), Sijo Writing Competition (prizes $50 - $1000) as well as for Sijo classes & events with a small book fund or stipend. Click below for more info.

En•Trance Journal is currently opened for submissions of poetry and artwork with the theme "altered states" until May 1. For more information, see my interview with editors Dion O’Reilly & Addie Mahmassani with a link to submission guidelines below. buff.ly/IYFcYFU #poetrycommunity #litmags

Special thanks to Tell Tell Poetry for publishing my guest blog post 42 University lit mags/journals + why to submit. I’ve gathered this list of university-affiliated publications that accept submissions with no fees. They all accept poetry and many also accept prose and art.

Every year Clifford Garstang ranks lit mags based on Pushcart Prize anthology. He creates rankings for the three main genres--Fiction, Non-Fiction and Poetry. Click below for links to the rankings and submission tips/strategies. buff.ly/7wSw5Sm #poetrycommunity #writingcommunity #litmags

Fahmidan Journal is a paying market published quarterly by @fahmidangroup.bsky.social and is open to submissions of poetry, fiction, and non-fiction year-round. For more information, see my interview with Editor-in-Chief A.R. Arthur with a link to submission guidelines below.

This updated list (December 2025) focuses on no-fee poetry submissions, but most of these magazines also accept prose, art, and other creative forms. #poetrycommunity #writingcommunity #litmags buff.ly/3TfOWFx

Salt Hill Journal is a biannual literary journal available in print and by subscription. They publish new fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, and art. For more info, see my interview with Editor-in-Chief Olivia Jacobson with a link to submission guidelines here: buff.ly/G2opPEx #litmags