We are planning a brand new edition of our magazine in September 2024!
Deadline: August 1, 2024.
The Quiet Reader welcomes submissions of literary short stories (up to 4,000 words), flash fiction, and non-fiction.
We read all the submissions we receive.
Submission Guidelines:
- One Story at a Time: Submit only one unpublished story at a time.
- Simultaneous Submissions: Allowed, but inform us immediately if accepted elsewhere.
- Diverse Voices: Writers of all identities, backgrounds, and locations are encouraged to submit.
- Novellas and Excerpts: Accepted if self-contained.
- Translations: Include original author’s permission.
- No Revisions: Revisions are not accepted post-submission.
- Withdrawal Policy: Withdraw anytime, except within three months of our publication notice.
Verification: To verify your submission, complete this sentence in your submission form in your most literary creative way: “When I was 14 years old…”
Response Time: We strive to respond within three months. Contact us if no response after four months.
Agreement: By submitting, you agree to collaborate with our editors and meet publishing deadlines.
Formatting:
- Word Count: Max 4,000
- File Format: .doc/.docx, no headers, addresses, or page numbers
- Line Spacing: 1.5 spaced, 12pt Times New Roman
Rights
You retain all rights post-publication. Your work will be archived online, possibly included in our ebook collection, and may be promoted on our social media.
Submission Process:
- You’ll receive an email confirmation within one week.
- Our staff readers review submissions.
- If shortlisted, senior editors will review and suggest edits.
- Submit your story here.
Please read our previously published stories to understand our preferred style.
Submit your story here.
Become a Staff Reader:
We are looking for volunteer staff readers! Improve your writing skills by reading, commenting on, and rating submitted stories. If interested, email us at thequietreadermagazine@gmail.com to learn more.