West Trestle Review About West Trestle Review is inspired by a VIDA panel where the speakers encouraged participants to make space for women and nonbinary writers in the literary landscape as a form of subversion. WTR began as a journal for poets in California and Nevada and now has expanded to include international poets, writers, and visual artists. Why West Trestle? The journal is based in Auburn, California, where visitors, residents, and travelers driving along Highway 80 pass under a great train trestle as they're entering old town. We think of that trestle as a gateway to the foothills. So for us, West Trestle exemplifies the idea of literature as gateway, as welcome, as bridge, and as home. West Trestle's mission is to promote the work of underrepresented poets, writers, and artists. We are particularly proud of our Cross Ties section, in which our contributors are invited to promote the work of their favorite writers, poets, and artists. We welcome you along for the journey. Voluntary Fees: This project accepts voluntary fees for "tip jar" submissions. Limited Demographic: Submissions are restricted to BIPOC women and nonbinary writers, for whom submissions are open year-round. Twice a year, submissions are open to all women and nonbinary writers. 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 United States Publication Medium & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationPublished 2 x per year AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Statistics Synopsis FasterWest Trestle Review's overall average response time is faster than most magazines. More ApproachableWest Trestle Review's overall acceptance rate is higher than most magazines. More ResponsiveWest Trestle Review's overall rate of non-response is lower than most magazines. Expand section Fiction Closed Collapse section Poetry Open Submissions open year-round for BIPOC women and non-binary writers, including reprints (print only).Dates:Open to poetry submissions through 30 November 2026* (approx. 76 days from now).1Audience: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: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are allowed in some circumstances; check their site for details.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Collapse section Visual Art Open 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.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are allowed in some circumstances; check their site for details.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 @westtrestle Support this Publisher: Make a Donation For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope West Trestle Review 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 Poetry Visual Art Group by submission Include outliers Accuracy We have received 40 reports from 32 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 2 min | 45.6 mean avg | 46.5 median | 123 max days (27.2 std dev) Responses 100.00 % Acceptances: 15.00 % of submissions accepted (31.2 avg. days per acceptance) | 18.75 % 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: 85.00 % (48.8 avg. days per rejection) | 26.5 % personal, 52.9 % form, 20.6 % unspecified | 2.5 % rewrite requests | 2.5 % shortlisted Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals - Other Information The editors will try to make a decision within 90 days. (5.0 % of the responses reported to us for this listing have taken longer than 90 days.) Do not query on the status of your submission before 90 days have passed. The most common submission tip paid: USD $2.00. (23.7 % reported giving a tip.) Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 26 Jul 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 20 Jul 2026. Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 02:10 UTC (7 hours, 36 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! 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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