Penstricken See other projects related to this listing. About Penstricken is an online literary journal dedicated to publishing quality short fiction and poetry. Our mission is to provide a platform for new authors to showcase their work, though we welcome submissions from writers of all experience levels.We love stories that draw us into the beating heart of a character and allow us to experience life through their eyes. We also love elegant wordcraft and rich sensory language that doesn’t compromise on clarity.If you’re an aspiring author, a literary enthusiast, or just someone who enjoys a good story, we invite you to submit your work and help us build a vibrant collection of diverse voices and compelling narratives. Voluntary Fees: This project accepts voluntary fees for faster responses and critiques. Country of Publication & Year Established United Kingdom Established in 2024 Publication Medium & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationUnknown publication frequency AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Statistics Synopsis FasterPenstricken's overall average response time is faster than most magazines. More ApproachablePenstricken's overall acceptance rate is higher than most magazines. More ResponsivePenstricken's overall rate of non-response is lower than most magazines. Collapse section Fiction Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Flash Fiction: Up to 1,000 words. Short Story: 1,000 - 5,000 words.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: Online form. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Collapse section Nonfiction Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Lengths: Essay: 1,000 - 2,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Literature/Books: Writing, See guidelines. Other: May vary.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Online form. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Collapse section Poetry Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: Up to 40 lines; Up to 5 pieces.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.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: Online form. 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 Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Bluesky @penstricken.bsky.socialFacebook FacebookInstagram @penstrickenThreads @penstricken Support this Publisher: Make a Donation For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Penstricken 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 outliers Include related projects Accuracy We have received 37 reports from 30 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 | 24.0 mean avg | 19.0 median | 61 max days (24.3 std dev) Responses 83.78 % Acceptances: 21.62 % of submissions accepted (23.7 avg. days per acceptance) | 23.33 % 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: 62.16 % (27.4 avg. days per rejection) | 39.1 % personal, 56.5 % form, 4.4 % unspecified | 5.4 % shortlisted Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals 16.22 % (4.5 avg. days per withdrawal) Pending 19 responses are pending (14 min | 42.8 mean avg | 39.0 median | 81 max days waiting | 19.9 std dev) from 18 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 84 days. The most common submission tip paid: GBP £2.00. (32.7 % reported giving a tip.) Most submissions are acknowledged within one day. Most recent response reported was received on 10 Sep 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 02 Aug 2026. Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 09:59 UTC (less than a minute ago). View report of recent responses from this project 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. Become a member and start your free trial today! Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsLet's Stop Pretending Flash Fiction Competition CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsPenstricken Funny Poetry Competition CLOSED Charges fees for all submissions Before SubmittingWe cannot guarantee that the information on this page is correct. 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