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Spank the Carp
SPANK the CARP is an online literary magazine publishing poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction in regularly released issues called Ponds. The magazine features lyrical and experimental poetry, including concrete and shape poems, alongside flash fiction and short stories. It also maintains an online archive of previous issues and features original artwork, photography, and vintage postcard poetry. Founded and edited by Ken Schweda, the magazine welcomes work from both emerging and established writers.
Open to poets
- Magazine submissions. Open year-round. Fee: Free. Simultaneous submissions: simultaneous submissions are permitted; notify the editor promptly if accepted elsewhere. previously rejected work and revisions should not be resubmitted. standard replies take approximately 60 days; the optional $4 tip-jar route guarantees feedback within two weeks.. Up to 3 poems.
Official site: spankthecarp.com. Please confirm the details there before you submit.
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