The Rumpus
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Last checkedThe Rumpus is an independent online publication seeking original fiction, poetry, essays, criticism, comics, and other writing from emerging and established writers.
Response time info: within three months
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Short fiction up to 5,000 words with layered stories, surprise, unexpected stakes, emotional depth, distinctive voices, and a strong sense of place. Flash fiction of 1,000 words or fewer may include up to three pieces. Submissions are closed until September 15.
Essays up to 5,000 words, including personal voice-driven and non-traditional nonfiction exploring broader cultural or human issues. Submissions are closed until September 15 to address the backlog.
Submit 4–8 poems, up to 12 pages, in one Word document. Submissions are closed until September 15.
Flash Fridays accepts fiction and nonfiction up to 1,000 words for the weekly Friday newsletter. The work should be fresh, exciting, uniquely voiced, and powerful within the constraints of flash.
Cultural criticism pitches of 500 words or less and completed essays of 1,200–5,000 words should offer thoughtful, analytical, engaging perspectives on culture and artworks. Strictly academic essays and conflicts of interest are not accepted.
El Alboroto is a Spanish-language section seeking innovative writing and voices that may not fit more traditional publications.
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