Porchlight A Journal of Southern Literature See other projects related to this listing. We list other projects with similar titles. Please check that you report any submissions under the correct listing. About Porchlight is an independent publication that aims to champion the rich tradition and evolving voice of Southern literary fiction by providing a dedicated platform for familiar and emerging writers to publish, grow, and connect. We are committed to nurturing new talent through curated writing contests, insightful weekly blogs, and interviews with established authors that explore the craft and culture of Southern storytelling. With an affordable subscription model and access to optional editorial services, we intend to foster a vibrant, inclusive community where the next generation of Southern voices can find their footing and share their stories with the world. Our goal is to be a warm light for voices in Southern literature. 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 $3 (average for magazines that charge). Limited Demographic: Submissions are restricted to Southern voices. Want more insight into the editors' preferences? Read our interview with the editor(s). Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationPublished 12 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis FasterPorchlight's overall average response time is faster than most magazines. More ApproachablePorchlight's overall acceptance rate is higher than most magazines. More ResponsivePorchlight's overall rate of non-response is lower than most magazines. Collapse section Fiction Open Fee-based Stories that capture the soul and complexity of Southern lifeAudience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Flash Fiction: Up to 1,000 words; Up to 3 pieces. Short Story: 1,000 - 7,500 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Place/Regions: Specific region.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Collapse section Nonfiction Open Fee-based Essays rooted in truth, voice, and experienceAudience:Open to a broad Audience.Lengths: Essay: Up to 7,500 words. Narrative Nonfiction: Up to 7,500 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Place/Regions: Specific region.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Collapse section Poetry Open Fee-based Verses that sing with Southern rhythm and real emotionAudience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: No line limits known; 3 - 5 pieces.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Place/Regions: Specific region.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Submittable 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 Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook Facebook Support this Publisher: Subscribe For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Porchlight 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 11 reports from 8 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 0 min | 22.8 mean avg | 12.0 median | 80 max days (31.6 std dev) Responses 100.00 % Acceptances: 45.45 % of submissions accepted (6.0 avg. days per acceptance) | 50.00 % 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: 54.55 % (42.5 avg. days per rejection) | 66.7 % personal, 33.3 % form, 0.0 % unspecified Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals - Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $3.00. Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 14 Sep 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 14 Sep 2026. Date compiled: 16 Sep 2026 18:52 UTC (2 hours, 37 minutes ago). View report of recent responses from this project Work submitted here was also submitted to...This section is available to subscribers only. 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