Fiction: All fiction stories should be at least 1,000 words, however, please do not go over 10,000 words (a preferable range is 3,000-5,000). If you are participating in our flash fiction category, please do not surpass 750 words. Each piece should have a title and should be briefly summarized (2-3 sentences) in the submissions document. One person can submit up to 10 fiction works. The Margin Review appreciates works of all genres and we are excited to see what you have in store for us!
Poetry: All poems should not exceed 50 lines (however exceptions can be made upon notification). Each piece should have a title. One person can submit up to 15 poems. Much can be done with poetry and we at The Margin Review are excited to read what you submit to us!
Nonfiction/Essays: All nonfiction pieces should be at least 1,000 words but not exceed 10,000 words. The type of piece should be prefaced in the submissions form (ex. whether it is an opinion piece or creative nonfiction). Each piece should have a title and should be briefly summarized (2-3 sentences) in the submissions document. One person can submit up to 10 nonfiction pieces/essays. There is so much to do with the world of prose and we at The Margin Review cannot wait to read what you have written!
Formatting: We prefer that your submissions is in the form of a Google Doc, however other forms (ex. pdf files or word docs) will be accepted. Please make sure your submission is in a readable font (preferably 12 pt) and is constant throughout. The title of your submissions document should be [Title of Piece]—[Name], so and example, The Raven—Edgar Allan Poe. Finally, make sure that each submission has its own document.
Content: Sexism, Racism, homophobia, or any other forms of intolerance will not be tolerated. While it is okay to have characters reveal themselves through these prejudices, do not use your work to spread ignorance or stereotypes. All work must be 100% original; if any forms of AI or plagiarism is detected, the piece and all others will be disqualified.
Feedback : Feedback on any given piece will not be given innately. However, you can receive feedback if you email us at TheMarginReview@gmail.com asking us to do so prior to your submission.
Notification: Typically you will hear from us 2-3 weeks after all submissions are due. This can vary depending on how many pieces you have submitted.
Due Date: We are currently on a hiatus due to lack of staff. However, we are expected to return on 12/6/26. Information about submission dead lines will be posted after our return.
