Persephone Literary Magazine

About

Persephone Literary Magazine is a sanctuary for the creative spirit and a celebration of the multifaceted realms of literature and art.
Named after the mythological goddess of spring and the underworld, just as Persephone journeyed between the realms of the living and the dead, our magazine invites you to traverse the landscapes of imagination and reality, exploring the human condition and the beauty found in both light and dark.
Within the pages of our magazine, you will discover a rich tapestry of poetic verse, captivating fiction, thought-provoking non-fiction, and visually stunning photography narratives. Each piece we feature is a testament to the diverse voices and perspectives that shape our world, offering readers a journey through realms both familiar and uncharted.
Through the lens of literature and art, we seek to inspire, provoke, and illuminate, inviting readers to contemplate the mysteries of existence and the power of storytelling to transcend boundaries.
Join us as we embark on a journey of creativity and discovery, guided by the spirit of Persephone herself, whose story reminds us of the eternal cycle of life, death, and rebirth—a cycle mirrored in the pages of Persephone Literary Magazine, where every word and image holds the potential to transform and inspire.

Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions, and they do not offer monetary payment for accepted submissions. (Note: About 8% of magazines always charge fees.)
The fee is USD $5 (above average for magazines that charge).

Country of Publication & Year Established

United States

Established in 2024

Publication Media & Frequency

Electronic Publication Electronic Publication: Published 4 x per year
Print Publication Print Publication: Published 4 x per year

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Statistics Synopsis

Faster: Persephone Literary Magazine's overall average response time is faster than most magazines.

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Collapse section Fiction Open Fee-based

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Rolling Deadlines: Check cutoff dates.

Audience:

Open to a broad Audience.

Genres:

General

Lengths:

Flash Fiction: 500 - 1,000 words; Up to 2 pieces.
Short Story: 1,000 - 1,500 words; Up to 2 pieces.

Styles:

Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.

Topics:

Open to all/most Topics.

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 Open Fee-based

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Audience:

Open to a broad Audience.

Lengths:

Essay: 500 - 1,500 words; Up to 2 pieces.
Narrative Nonfiction: 500 - 1,500 words; Up to 2 pieces.

Styles:

Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.

Topics:

Open to all/most Topics.

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 Open Fee-based

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Audience:

Open to a broad Audience.

Genres:

General

Lengths:

Poem: No line limits known; 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.

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 Visual Art Open Fee-based

Dates:

Rolling Deadlines: Check cutoff dates.

Audience:

Open to a broad Audience.

Lengths:

Artwork: Up to 10 pieces.

Art Media:

Open to all/most Art Media.

Art Styles:

Open to all/most Art Styles.

Topics:

Open to all/most Topics.

Payment:

No monetary payment No monetary payment.

Submissions:

Method: Online form.
Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.
Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.
Media: Image.

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Persephone Literary Magazine Submission Statistics

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We have received 5 reports from 5 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information.

Days Reported

3 min | 51.0 mean avg | 72.0 median | 83 max days (36.0 std dev)

Other Information

The most common submission fee paid: USD $5.00.
Most recent response reported was received on 23 Jun 2026.
Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 12 Apr 2026.
Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 09:48 UTC (less than a minute ago).

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Last Updated: 21 Aug 2026

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