Qwerty Magazine See other projects related to this listing. About Qwerty is the University of New Brunswick’s graduate student-run literary magazine, publishing innovative poetry, fiction, and visual art from emerging and established artists alike. We’ve published the work of accomplished writers like Anne Simpson, Michael Crummey, Sue Sinclair, and Joel Katelnikoff, as well as the early works of emerging talents like Rebecca Rosenblum, Stevie Howell, Shane Rhodes, Katia Grubisic, Shane Neilson, and Michael Prior. Voluntary Fees: This project accepts voluntary fees for "tip jar" submissions. Important: Check current guidelines for demographic restrictions on submissions. Submission Caps: They may close to submissions early if they reach their quota. Want more insight into the editors' preferences? Read our interview with the editor(s). Country of Publication & Year Established Canada Established in 1996 Publication Media & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationUnknown publication frequencyPrint Publication Print PublicationUnknown publication frequency AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Statistics Synopsis Slower Qwerty Magazine's overall average response time is slower than most magazines. More ChallengingQwerty Magazine's overall acceptance rate is lower than most magazines. More ResponsiveQwerty Magazine's overall rate of non-response is lower than most magazines. Collapse section Fiction Open Dates:Open to fiction submissions through 12 October 2026* (approx. 27 days from now).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: Experimental, Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Other: May vary.Payment:Token payment (under 1 US cent per word) to Semi-pro payment (1-4.9 US cents per word) Provides free copy/copies Pay ranges from Token payment to Semi-pro payment. Provides free copy/copies. Details: CAD $15.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Collapse section Nonfiction Open Dates:Open to nonfiction submissions through 12 October 2026* (approx. 27 days from now).Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Lengths: Interview: Up to 5,000 words. Review: Up to 5,000 words. Essay: Up to 5,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Experimental, Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Literature/Books: Theory/Analysis/Criticism. Other: May vary.Payment:Token payment (under 1 US cent per word) to Semi-pro payment (1-4.9 US cents per word) Provides free copy/copies Pay ranges from Token payment to Semi-pro payment. Provides free copy/copies. Details: CAD $15.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Collapse section Poetry Open Dates:Open to poetry submissions through 12 October 2026* (approx. 27 days from now).2Audience: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: Experimental, Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Other: May vary.Payment:Token payment (under US$5 per poem) to Semi-pro payment (US$5-49 per poem) Provides free copy/copies Pay ranges from Token payment to Semi-pro payment. Provides free copy/copies. Details: CAD $15.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Collapse section Visual Art Open Dates:Open to visual art submissions through 12 October 2026* (approx. 27 days from now).Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Lengths: Artwork: Up to 5 pieces.Art Media: Open to all/most Art Media.Art Styles:Open to all/most Art Styles.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Other: May vary.Payment:Token payment (under US$10 per piece) Provides free copy/copies Token payment. Provides free copy/copies. Details: CAD $15.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Image. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary.* We do not know the time and/or timezone, so we cannot be more precise. Submit early to avoid disappointment. Go to publication's website Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook FacebookInstagram @qwertyhomerow Support this Publisher: Purchase Issue(s) For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Qwerty Magazine 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 Visual Art Group by submission Include outliers Include related projects Accuracy We have received 14 reports from 14 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 62 min | 107.3 mean avg | 91.0 median | 265 max days (195.1 std dev) Responses 92.86 % Acceptances: 0.00 % No publication has a 0% acceptance rate. This data is based on submission reports sent to Duotrope, and we have not received reports of any acceptances yet. Rejections: 92.86 % (90.6 avg. days per rejection) | 0.0 % personal, 84.6 % form, 15.4 % unspecified Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals 7.14 % (265.0 avg. days per withdrawal) Pending 8 responses are pending (2 min | 47.0 mean avg | 31.0 median | 177 max days waiting | 1,171.8 std dev) from 8 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 365 days. Do not query on the status of your submission before 365 days have passed. The most common submission tip paid: CAD $3.00. (13.6 % reported giving a tip.) Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 02 Aug 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 31 May 2026. Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 08:12 UTC (1 hour, 34 minutes 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. Become a member and start your free trial today! Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsHomerow Chapbook Series DNQ Charges fees for all submissions Before SubmittingWe cannot guarantee that the information on this page is correct. It is not unusual for publications to evolve or close without notice. We do our best to keep up, but it isn't always possible. Duotrope listings do not imply endorsement or recommendation of the project being listed. 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