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Timothy McSweeney’s Quarterly Concern publishes mostly fiction and some nonfiction, with an emphasis on unconventional work and humor.

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Submission calls

fictionLiteraryHumorPays: Standard rate for short stories is $400, paid at publication.

Mostly fiction; there are no stated rules about style or subject. Length is up to you. Previously published work will not be considered. Unsolicited submissions are accepted by postal mail.

nonfictionLiteraryHumorPays: Payment varies according to circumstances, with equity in mind.

Some nonfiction; there are no stated rules about style or subject. Length is up to you. Previously published work will not be considered. Unsolicited submissions are accepted by postal mail.

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