African American Review
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Last checkedAfrican American Review is a scholarly journal publishing essays, fiction, poetry, and features on African American literature, arts, and culture.
Submission calls
Fiction writers may submit only one work at a time; stories should not exceed 3,500 words. Submissions are closed from May 1, 2026 to September 15, 2026 for first-time submissions.
Critical essays on African American literature, film, fine and performing arts, and culture; essays should be 6,000–8,500 words, MLA style required. Submissions are closed from May 1, 2026 to September 15, 2026 for first-time submissions.
"Forgotten Manuscripts" features: short essays (1,500–3,500 words) introducing and contextualizing short excerpts (3,000–5,000 words) from neglected manuscripts relevant to African American studies. Submissions are closed from May 1, 2026 to September 15, 2026 for first-time submissions.
Poets may submit no more than six works at a time; multiple poems should be bundled into a single submission. Submissions are closed from May 1, 2026 to September 15, 2026 for first-time submissions.
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