Editor Interview: Nostrovia! Press Describe what you publish in 25 characters or less.Sturdy poetryJeremiah Walton, Editor / Manager on 04 July 2013What other current publications (or publishers) do you admire most?The Gap-Toothed MadnessThe Camel SaloonThe Hobo Camp ReviewYorick MagazineMontucky ReviewUp The Staircase Quarterly Jeremiah Walton, Editor / Manager on 04 July 2013If you publish writing, who are your favorite writers? If you publish art, who are your favorite artists?Kurt Vonnegut, Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg, William Burroughs, Ray Bradbury, Gregory Corso, Walt WhitmanJeremiah Walton, Editor / Manager on 04 July 2013What sets your publication apart from others that publish similar material?Nostrovia! Poetry publishes writing that is sturdy, honest, poems that can hold their ground. We publish poets dedicated towards writing, and especially those who put forth the right amount of effort. Those who promote poetry, and literature in general, and do so with honest passion, are welcome at Nostrovia! Poetry.Jeremiah Walton, Editor / Manager on 04 July 2013What is the best advice you can give people who are considering submitting work to your publication?Follow all of the submission guidelines. There are a lot of projects going on at Nostrovia! Poetry. Following the guidelines helps avoid confusion.Jeremiah Walton, Editor / Manager on 04 July 2013Describe the ideal submission.HonestVivid imageryClearly the writer's ownJeremiah Walton, Editor / Manager on 04 July 2013What do submitters most often get wrong about your submissions process?They often do not put what project they are submitting to in the subject line of the email.If you are submitting for the Monthly Contest, put "Monthly Contest" in the subject line. If you're submitting to the Guest Blog, write "Guest Blog", in the subject line.Jeremiah Walton, Editor / Manager on 04 July 2013How much do you want to know about the person submitting to you?Previous publication credits do not matter. You do not need to provide a cover letter, though we do not mind it. Links to personal websites and projects are welcome.Jeremiah Walton, Editor / Manager on 04 July 2013If you publish writing, how much of a piece do you read before making the decision to reject it?I can generally tell, but we give it an honest shot till the end, just in case. We're always open to editorial work with the writer.Jeremiah Walton, Editor / Manager on 04 July 2013What additional evaluations, if any, does a piece go through before it is accepted?None.Jeremiah Walton, Editor / Manager on 04 July 2013What is a day in the life of an editor like for you?There's nothing particularly unusual. It's mostly a lot of email hopping, website jumping, social media promotions, and general web management. I do usually read the submissions when I'm alone and give the piece my whole attention. Other than that, it's pretty much deciding "did I enjoy what I just read?", and "can this piece support itself?".Jeremiah Walton, Editor / Manager on 04 July 2013 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