Bloodletter Magazine Gold Star Program Gold Star

At Bloodletter, the definition of horror is expansive, cooperative, and inclusive. We seek writing that pairs the personal with the analytical, exploring the theoretical underpinnings of the genre through an experiential perspective grounded in feminism. All forms of writing are welcome.

Bloodletter is a digital magazine that is published biannually. Each issue is organized around a guiding theme, which contributors are encouraged to engage with, deconstruct, or reject.

New and established writers of all disciplines who identify as women, trans, and/or non-binary are encouraged to submit
Biannual themes are designed to be generative, not restrictive
Length and style should be determined by the needs of the piece
Full articles and pitches accepted for review
Previously unpublished work only
Past Bloodletter contributors should wait one calendar year (two submission cycles) to submit new work

AI Policy: Bloodletter celebrates writing by and for humans and is staunchly opposed to the use of AI in the creative process. We do not accept work that has been written or edited with assistance from generative AI technologies. If during our editorial processes we determine that generative AI was used in any form, work will be pulled from consideration and submitters will be barred from future submissions.

A maximum of 20 pieces are selected per issue.

Bloodletter is an entirely volunteer-run organization. If you like the work we do, please consider contributing to our Tip Jar. Every dollar makes a difference. Thank you!

Editorial Feedback Letters

We offer optional paid editorial feedback for writers through our submission platform. In selecting this option, you will receive a letter of personalized feedback from one member of our editorial team, which will identify the strengths of your submission and offer detailed suggestions for revision. If your piece is selected for publication, we will refund the fee.

Featured Artist Submissions Free Tip Jar Option Open

Each issue of Bloodletter is illustrated by one artist identifying as a woman, as trans, and/or as non-binary.The featured artist will create artwork in response to each written piece in the issue, thereby defining the visual language of the issue. Featured artists will be promoted extensively on the Bloodletter website and across all social media channels, and their illustrations will remain in our permanent archive.

Featured artists will be required to:

Produce a maximum of 22 illustrations within a three-month period
Work with strict deliverable deadlines
Work collaboratively with the editor-in-chief throughout the issue’s development

AI Policy: Bloodletter celebrates art made by and for humans and is staunchly opposed to the use of AI in the creative process. We do not accept work that has been created with assistance from generative AI technologies. If during our review processes we determine that generative AI was used in any form, portfolios will be pulled from consideration and submitters will be barred from future submissions.

All 2D art mediums are welcome. Submissions are accepted year-round. Artists in contention will be invited for a follow-up meeting with the Bloodletter editor-in-chief before selections are made.

Featured artists will receive a $250 stipend.

We do not accept AI-generated or AI-assisted art.

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