The Lake contemporary poetry webzine About The Lake is dedicated to publishing all forms of poetry by new and established poets, highlighting the best of contemporary poetry. Country of Publication & Year Established United Kingdom Established in 2013 Publication Medium & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationPublished 12 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis FasterThe Lake's overall average response time is faster than most magazines. More ApproachableThe Lake's overall acceptance rate is higher than most magazines. More ResponsiveThe Lake's overall rate of non-response is lower than most magazines. Poetry Open Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: 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: Email. Reprints: Reprints are 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 For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope The Lake 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: Group by submission Include outliers Accuracy We have received 14 reports from 13 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 6 min | 18.7 mean avg | 21.0 median | 44 max days (9.6 std dev) Responses 100.00 % Acceptances: 28.57 % of submissions accepted (17.5 avg. days per acceptance) | 30.77 % 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: 71.43 % (21.8 avg. days per rejection) | 10.0 % personal, 60.0 % form, 30.0 % unspecified Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals - Pending 2 responses are pending (18 min | 18.5 mean avg | 18.5 median | 19 max days waiting | 646.0 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 21 days. (42.9 % of the responses reported to us for this listing have taken longer than 21 days.) Do not query on the status of your submission before 21 days have passed. Most recent response reported was received on 09 Sep 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 27 Aug 2026. Date compiled: 16 Sep 2026 15:11 UTC (6 hours, 19 minutes 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! 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. Before submitting, you should use your own judgment to determine whether the project meets your standards.Always read the full guidelines provided by the publisher.Try to read at least one previous publication to get a better idea of what the editor would like to see.Unless the publisher's guidelines state otherwise, always use industry standard manuscript formatting.Be professional, patient, and persistent. DatesLast Updated: 02 Sep 2026We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year. Cookie Consent: This site uses secure first-party cookies for essential, preference-setting, and statistical purposes. We do not use any marketing, advertising, or third-party cookies. Read our full cookie policy. Accept All Cookies Allow Essential Cookies Only