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Collateral
Collateral is an independent online literary journal founded in 2016 exploring the impact of violent conflict and military service beyond the combat zone. It publishes biannual online issues in May and November featuring contemporary poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and visual art. Submissions are open year-round to writers worldwide via Submittable, particularly amplifying marginalized and military-connected voices. General submissions are completely free with no entry fees, and all work is read directly by editors without payment.
Open to poets
- Magazine submissions. Read year-round; spring issue deadline is March 1, and fall issue deadline is September 1. Fee: Free. Simultaneous submissions: accepted; notify if accepted elsewhere. Up to 5 poems.
Official site: collateraljournal.com. Please confirm the details there before you submit.
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