Empyrean Monthly Moon Specials A project of Empyrean Literary Magazine (see other related projects). About There are no specific themes for these specials. This is a call for literature that resists easy categorization — a blend of genres, styles, and voices that evoke an emotional response, leaving readers unsettled yet intrigued. We encourage explorations of dark humor, surrealism, and the eerie intersections of reality and imagination, as well as the raw truths often left unexamined. We are especially interested in works that engage with themes of identity, power, trauma, and resilience, challenging readers to wrestle with their complexities. In embracing discomfort, we aim to elevate those stories that resonate with authenticity, inviting our audience to enter spaces of vulnerability and revelation that spark both thought and dialogue. The editors may not respond to all submissions. After waiting 180 days, assume your submission will not be accepted. Country of Publication United States Publication Media & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationPublished 12 x per yearPrint Publication Print PublicationPublished 4 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis Regular Speed Empyrean Monthly Moon Specials's overall average response time is within a normal range for magazines. Collapse section Fiction Open Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Short Story: 1,000 - 3,000 words; Up to 4 pieces.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Dark, Literary, Mainstream, Surrealist.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Other: See guidelines.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Email. Reprints: Unknown.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.Media: Text. Collapse section Nonfiction Open Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Lengths: Essay: 1,000 - 3,000 words; Up to 4 pieces. Narrative Nonfiction: 1,000 - 3,000 words; Up to 4 pieces.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary, Mainstream.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Other: See guidelines.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Email. Reprints: Unknown.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.Media: Text. Collapse section Poetry Open Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: No line limits known; 2 - 6 pieces.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Dark, Literary, Mainstream, Surrealist.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Other: See guidelines.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Email. Reprints: Unknown.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.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 Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook FacebookInstagram @empyrean_literary_magazineX (Twitter) @empyrean_litmag Support this Publisher: Make a Donation For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Empyrean Monthly Moon Specials 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. Filter: Category: All Categories Fiction Nonfiction Poetry Group by submission Include related projects Accuracy We have received 3 reports from 3 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 27 min | 59.7 mean avg | 73.0 median | 79 max days (28.4 std dev) Pending 2 responses are pending (97 min | 111.0 mean avg | 111.0 median | 125 max days waiting | 19.8 std dev) from 2 different members This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information The editors will try to make a decision within 180 days. The editors may not respond to all submissions. After waiting the time indicated above, assume your submission will not be accepted. Most recent response reported was received on 20 Nov 2025. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 08 Sep 2025. Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 09:21 UTC (less than a minute 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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