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The magazine favors concise, contrary fiction that may defy traditional story form, achieve closure without an ending, or be as poetic as a poem. Submissions are accepted throughout the year, with seasonal deadlines of March 1, June 1, September 1, and December 1, but unsolicited submissions are not presently being accepted.

The magazine seeks lyrical commentary or creative nonfiction that delivers its message through artistry, often in lyrical, narrative, or poetic forms. Submissions are accepted throughout the year, with seasonal deadlines of March 1, June 1, September 1, and December 1, but unsolicited submissions are not presently being accepted.

The magazine seeks innovative poetry with plurality of meaning and beauty joined to concern, including some prose poems; submit no more than three poems per issue. Submissions are accepted throughout the year, with seasonal deadlines of March 1, June 1, September 1, and December 1, but unsolicited submissions are not presently being accepted.