Broad Ripple Review See other projects related to this listing. About Broad Ripple Review is an independent literary magazine publishing fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. We seek writing that is finely crafted and deeply felt, work that balances narrative movement with interior complexity and language shaped with intention and care.We are a selective journal, guided not by exclusivity but by care. We publish a small number of pieces so each one has space to matter, and we maintain a thoughtful editorial process to ensure that the work we champion stands with intention and artistic rigor. While we welcome submissions from all writers, we hold a particular commitment to uplifting work from marginalized communities whose voices continue to expand and strengthen contemporary literature.Across all genres, our editorial vision is rooted in the belief that literature should invite readers into both thought and feeling. We value pieces that surprise us, challenge us, and linger. We aim to be a home for writers who take their work seriously and for readers who seek literature that endures. Voluntary Fees: This project accepts voluntary fees for tip jar submissions and editorial feedback. Want more insight into the editors' preferences? Read our interview with the editor(s). Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2025 Publication Medium & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationUnknown publication frequency AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Statistics Synopsis FasterBroad Ripple Review's overall average response time is faster than most magazines. More ChallengingBroad Ripple Review's overall acceptance rate is lower than most magazines. More ResponsiveBroad Ripple Review's overall rate of non-response is lower than most magazines. Collapse section Fiction Open Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Flash Fiction: Up to 1,000 words; Up to 4 pieces. Short Story: 1,000 - 4,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Payment:Unknown payment Unknown payment.Submissions:Method: Duosuma submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Collapse section Nonfiction Open Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Lengths: Essay: Up to 4,000 words. Narrative Nonfiction: Up to 4,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Literature/Books: Theory/Analysis/Criticism, Writing, See guidelines.Payment:Unknown payment Unknown payment.Submissions:Method: Duosuma submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Collapse section Poetry Open Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: No line limits known; Up to 6 pieces.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Payment:Unknown payment Unknown payment.Submissions:Method: Duosuma submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to publication's website Submit through Duosuma Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Bluesky @broadripplereview.bsky.socialInstagram @broadripplereview For the Editor(s): Request Interview Link to Duotrope Broad Ripple Review 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 25 Most Challenging Nonfiction Publishers in our database. Filter: Category: All Categories Fiction Nonfiction Poetry Group by submission Include outliers Include related projects Accuracy We have received 1,098 reports from 839 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 0 min | 22.4 mean avg | 24.0 median | 63 max days (14.3 std dev) Responses 94.45 % Acceptances: 1.64 % of submissions accepted (23.7 avg. days per acceptance) | 2.15 % 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: 92.81 % (23.0 avg. days per rejection) | 5.7 % personal, 94.1 % form, 0.2 % unspecified Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals 5.56 % (11.1 avg. days per withdrawal) Pending 92 responses are pending (1 min | 18.1 mean avg | 18.5 median | 36 max days waiting | 9.3 std dev) from 92 different members This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information The editors request that you don't query on the status of your submission. The most common submission tip paid: USD $3.00. (26.5 % reported giving a tip.) Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 10 Sep 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 24 Aug 2026. Date compiled: 13 Sep 2026 11:29 UTC (3 hours, 27 minutes ago). 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