Editor Interview: Eleventh Hour Literary Go to the listing List all editor interviews Edit answers (editors only) Describe what you publish in 25 characters or less.rejected and revised workR. Renee Branca, Editor-in-Chief on 24 September 2025What other current publications (or publishers) do you admire most?Cagibi, December, Orca, Bowery GothicR. Renee Branca, Editor-in-Chief on 24 September 2025If you publish writing, who are your favorite writers? If you publish art, who are your favorite artists?Atwood, Dickens, Dali, MiroR. Renee Branca, Editor-in-Chief on 24 September 2025What sets your publication apart from others that publish similar material?We only work with stories and poems that have gone through the rejection, revision, and resubmission process.R. Renee Branca, Editor-in-Chief on 24 September 2025What is the best advice you can give people who are considering submitting work to your publication?READ THE GUIDELINES.R. Renee Branca, Editor-in-Chief on 24 September 2025Describe the ideal submission.A story or poem that has been widely submitted, rejected multiple times, and revised each time until it is the strongest piece it can be.R. Renee Branca, Editor-in-Chief on 24 September 2025What do submitters most often get wrong about your submissions process?It MUST have been previously rejected and revised. We do not want work that has never been submitted before.R. Renee Branca, Editor-in-Chief on 24 September 2025How much do you want to know about the person submitting to you?I don't read covers until stories and poems make it into the final round. Previous publications have no bearing whatsoever.R. Renee Branca, Editor-in-Chief on 24 September 2025If you publish writing, how much of a piece do you read before making the decision to reject it?I can tell within the first few pages. If I read it all the way to the end there's something in it that caught my attention, and if the piece is rejected ultimately, it usually recieves a personalized note.R. Renee Branca, Editor-in-Chief on 24 September 2025What additional evaluations, if any, does a piece go through before it is accepted?We have three rounds of reading. The published pieces have had the support of several readers at that point.R. Renee Branca, Editor-in-Chief on 24 September 2025What is a day in the life of an editor like for you?I spend a lot of time doing journal-adjacent things, like looking for funding, promoting the journal, being interviewed, and cultivating relationships with contributers, other editors, and other journals. I also spend a lot of time reading submissions and providing feedback.R. Renee Branca, Editor-in-Chief on 24 September 2025How much do you edit an accepted piece prior to publication?If a piece needs a ton of editing it isn't ready for publication. We do provide line editing and occasionally suggestions. The author approves all final copy.R. Renee Branca, Editor-in-Chief on 24 September 2025Do you nominate work you've published for any national or international awards?Pushcart and Best of the NetR. Renee Branca, Editor-in-Chief on 24 September 2025How is your project funded?Through our university.R. Renee Branca, Editor-in-Chief on 24 September 2025How do you promote your project and published authors/artists?Via our website, social media, university network, personal networks, and word of mouth. We have a special contributor spotlight that highlights upcoming work and accomlishments from anyone who has had work published with us in the past.R. Renee Branca, Editor-in-Chief on 24 September 2025 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