The Phare Magazine See other projects related to this listing. About PHARE, an old English word for lighthouse, is a UK based literary magazine which true to its name, shines a light on exceptional writing from around the world.As well as showcasing creative works of new fiction and poetry, we provide writing resources: an online writers’ forum, live online and traditional workshops, masterclasses and retreats. We like reading words that hold a mirror up to ourselves – something that reflects the truth of being human. 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 range is GBP £3 to £6 (average to above average for magazines that charge). Want more insight into the editors' preferences? Read our interview with the editor(s). Country of Publication & Year Established United Kingdom Established in 2020 Publication Medium & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationPublished 4 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis FasterThe Phare Magazine's overall average response time is faster than most magazines. Collapse section Fiction Open Fee-based Dates:Open to fiction submissions through 27 November 2026 11:59 PM GMT Standard Time (in 73 days).Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Flash Fiction: Up to 500 words. Flash Fiction: 500 - 1,000 words. Short Story: 1,000 - 2,000 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: Email. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Collapse section Nonfiction Open Fee-based Dates:Open to nonfiction submissions through 27 November 2026 11:59 PM GMT Standard Time (in 73 days).Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Lengths: Narrative Nonfiction: Up to 2,000 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: Email. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Collapse section Poetry Open Fee-based Dates:Open to poetry submissions through 27 November 2026 11:59 PM GMT Standard Time (in 73 days).Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: Up to 40 lines; Up to 2 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: Email. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Expand section Visual Art DNQ 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 FacebookInstagram @pharelitmagX (Twitter) @pharelitmag For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope The Phare 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 3 reports from 3 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 14 min | 25.3 mean avg | 26.0 median | 36 max days (11.0 std dev) Pending 1 response is pending (6 days waiting). 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 60 days. The most common submission fee paid: GBP £4.00. Most recent response reported was received on 03 Dec 2025. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 19 Nov 2025. Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 02:18 UTC (6 hours, 59 minutes ago). Work submitted here was also submitted to...This section is available to subscribers only. 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