Bridge

Bridge seeks literary fiction, generally 2,000–5,000 words, though slightly longer pieces may be considered when length serves the story. Translations are accepted only with documented rights. Include the title, year, author information, mailing address, and a bio of 250 words or less. The deadline for V27 N1 is November 30, 2026.

Bridge accepts creative nonfiction, cultural criticism, reviews, interviews, and related writing about art, culture, and public scholarship. Submissions are accepted year-round through Submittable; the deadline for the next journal volume and other currently open categories is November 30, 2026.

Bridge accepts poetry, including translations when the submitter has obtained and can document the necessary rights. Include the title, year, author information, and a short biography; accepted contributors receive one journal copy. Submissions are accepted year-round, with a deadline of November 30, 2026, for consideration for V27 N1.

Bridge Books accepts book-length literary fiction, poetry collections, criticism, history, theory, essays, and related arts writing for Bridge Books and StepSister Press. Hurm Editions is not accepting open submissions; it invites queries by email and will announce future calls through its mailing list.