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Submission Guidelines

Join our literary journey. We seek original short fiction from around the world related to the Indian subcontinent.

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Quarterly Journal

Published four times a year as a curated online digital experience.

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Word Count

Short stories should be between 1,000 and 4,000 words in length.

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No Fees

We do not charge any submission or reading fees to our authors.

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Your Rights

Copyright remains with the author. We value intellectual property.

info What We Look For

Out of Print is an online literary journal dedicated to the art of short fiction. We are actively seeking original writing that is either written in English or translated into English from other languages.

While our scope is global, our thematic core focuses on stories related to the Indian subcontinent. We welcome voices that explore the nuances of this region through diverse perspectives and styles.

  • check_circle Simultaneous submissions are allowed, but please notify us immediately if your work is accepted elsewhere.
  • check_circle For translations, the translator must have obtained permission from the original author or their estate.

mail How to Submit

1. Email Formatting

Cut and paste your stories directly into the body of an email. Do not send attachments unless specifically requested.

Recipient

outofprintmagazine@gmail.com

Subject Line

Submission

2. Essential Details

Include a cover letter in the email body with the following contact details:

  • Full Name
  • Postal Address
  • Email & Phone

3. Biographical Sketch

Include a brief biographical sketch of no more than 150 words. Tell us about your journey as a writer.