We welcome both emerging and established writers, artists, and photographers.
We are currently accepting original, unpublished (query before if already published) work in the following categories.
Up to 3 poems
Any style or form
Submit as a Word document
Up to 1,500 words
Literary fiction preferred
Word document
Up to 1,500 words
Memoir, reflections, or true stories
Share a memory.
Tell us about:
family
traditions
hometowns
neighbors
childhood
ordinary moments that deserve remembering
Submit high-resolution photographs.
Include:
title
location (optional)
short description (optional)
We welcome:
paintings
drawings
digital art
mixed media
High-resolution images only.
Response Time
We strive to respond to all submissions within 6–8 weeks. If you have not received a response after eight weeks, please feel free to contact us regarding the status of your submission.
We appreciate your patience as every submission is read carefully and given thoughtful consideration.
✔ Original work only
✔ Simultaneous submissions are accepted if you notify us immediately upon acceptance elsewhere.
✔ Include a brief biography of 100 words or less.
✔ Submit your work as a Microsoft Word document (.doc or .docx) when applicable.
The 15th of every month
for consideration in the following month's issue.
submissions@magnoliaquill.com
Authors retain copyright to their work.
By submitting, you grant The Magnolia Quill first publication rights and the non-exclusive right to archive your work on our website and in future digital editions.