The Gentian Journal About The Gentian (pronounced jen-shun) is a journal that publishes exciting new poetry and photography from emerging and established poets. We believe, as Caroline Bird says, that “Failure isn’t the risk, but the point: each poem falls short so we write another.” We want work that throws itself out into the blue, that is ambitious, that does away with the every-day and old fashioned (or at least shows us it in a new light). We believe in poetry that is lyrical, strange and alive.The journal is run and operated by Durham University Poetry Society. Each of our editors stays on as a reader to help the next and pass on their expertise. The Gentian is a project born out of a desire to share what we know, mentor new poets/editors and showcase new work. We believe our sense of community as well as our commitment to great poetry is what makes The Gentian special. Country of Publication & Year Established United Kingdom Established in 2018 Publication Medium & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationUnknown publication frequency AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Statistics Synopsis FasterThe Gentian Journal's overall average response time is faster than most magazines. More ApproachableThe Gentian Journal's overall acceptance rate is higher than most magazines. More ResponsiveThe Gentian Journal's overall rate of non-response is lower than most magazines. Collapse section Poetry Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: Up to 40 lines; Up to 3 pieces.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms, including: Lyric poetry.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Other: May vary.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Email. Reprints: Reprints are allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Collapse section Visual Art Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Lengths: Artwork: Unknown number of pieces.Art Media: Photography.Art Styles:Open to all/most Art Styles.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Other: May vary.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Email. Reprints: Reprints are allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Image. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to publication's website Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook FacebookInstagram @durhampoetrysocietyX (Twitter) @TheGentian For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope The Gentian Journal Submission Statistics The statistics in this section are compiled from submission reports sent to us through our submission tracker. They are not provided by the publication's editors/staff or by Duotrope's admins. Information in this section is updated a few times per day. Learn more about the statistics. This project ranks among the Most Personable Poetry Publishers in our database. Filter: Category: All Categories Poetry Visual Art Group by submission Include outliers Accuracy We have received 14 reports from 13 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 12 min | 21.0 mean avg | 20.5 median | 31 max days (5.1 std dev) Responses 100.00 % Acceptances: 28.57 % of submissions accepted (16.8 avg. days per acceptance) | 30.77 % of submitters accepted Rejections are often underreported, which skews the statistics in favor of acceptances. Most publishers have a lower acceptance rate than indicated here. Rejections: 71.43 % (22.6 avg. days per rejection) | 100.0 % personal, 0.0 % form, 0.0 % unspecified Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals - Other Information Most recent response reported was received on 08 Jun 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 21 May 2026. Date compiled: 06 Sep 2026 20:04 UTC (2 hours, 34 minutes ago). Work submitted here was also submitted to...This section is available to subscribers only. Sign up and start your free trial today!Members accepted here also had work accepted by...This section is available to subscribers only. 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