Neon & Smoke: Feedback: Fiction Gold Star Program Gold Star Fee: usd $10.00

We know feedback can be a mixed bag. As writers ourselves, we’ve had our share of “feedback” that felt more like a brush-off than a real response. That’s not what we’re offering here.

If you choose the feedback option, we’ll send you our honest commentary on how your piece landed with us at Neon and Smoke. What pulled us in, where we stumbled, and where we think the work could stretch further. We’ll also include a couple of actionable suggestions—concrete ideas you can take back to the page if you decide to revise.
When submitting for feedback, let us know in your cover letter if you’d like your piece considered for publication as well, or if you’re only seeking editorial notes.

This isn’t about guaranteeing publication (it doesn’t). It’s about sharing a reader’s perspective from the editorial side, with respect for the voice you’ve already built.

Our goal is simple: to give you the kind of feedback we’d actually want to receive.