Editor Interview: Vilas Avenue Go to the listing List all editor interviews Edit answers (editors only) Describe what you publish in 25 characters or less.Squid ink, etceteraDaniel J. R., Editor on 26 October 2015If you publish writing, who are your favorite writers? If you publish art, who are your favorite artists?Michael McGriff, Claudia Rankine, Jack Gilbert, Flannery O'Connor, J.D. Salinger, Elizabeth Gilbert, Wendell Berry, E.E. Cummings, and many othersDaniel J. R., Editor on 26 October 2015What sets your publication apart from others that publish similar material?Like a typical one-year-old, we're still finding our way. However, Vilas Avenue takes particular pride in the juxtaposition of poems in any given issue; assembling a strong narrative arc, as well as showcasing strong individual poems. We strive for an element of movement, travel, & liminality that pulses in various ways.Daniel J. R., Editor on 26 October 2015What is the best advice you can give people who are considering submitting work to your publication?What we've published in the past is not necessarily indicative of what we're looking for in the future. Send your best poetry, no matter what that looks or sounds like.Daniel J. R., Editor on 26 October 2015Describe the ideal submission.The ideal submission has been distilled & steeped in hot water for 4-5 minutes. Beyond that it doesn't care what we think about it.Daniel J. R., Editor on 26 October 2015What additional evaluations, if any, does a piece go through before it is accepted?Screening for plagiarism/previous publication elsewhere. Consideration of the piece in relation to the issue as a whole. Final confirmation/edits in collaboration with the author.Daniel J. R., Editor on 26 October 2015 Cookie Consent: This site uses secure first-party cookies for essential, preference-setting, and statistical purposes. We do not use any marketing, advertising, or third-party cookies. Read our full cookie policy. Accept All Cookies Allow Essential Cookies Only