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Do not submit here! This project is on indefinite hiatus. Check their site to find out whether this is a submission and/or publication hiatus. (December 2023)

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Founded in 2008, Delmarva Review is a literary journal dedicated to the discovery and publication of compelling new fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction from emerging and established writers of all backgrounds. We publish annually, and promote various literary and educational events to inspire readers and writers who pursue excellence in the literary arts.

Country of Publication & Year Established

United States Established in 2007

Publication Media & Frequency

Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationPublished 1 x per year.
Print Publication Print PublicationPublished 1 x per year.

Fiction On Hiatus

Our preference is literary writing. While the lines between literary and genre fiction continue to narrow, we are less interested in formulaic or purely plot-driven writing. We are more interested in skillfully written, excellent storytelling that engages on multiple levels. Within this perspective, genre writing is acceptable. We welcome most topics (with the exception of religious and political subjects); we are interested in work that addresses the importance of human freedoms and diversity, as well as writing that explores scientific and environmental subjects.

Audience:
Open to a broad Audience, including: All nationalities.
Genres:
General General
Styles:
Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.
Topics:
Open to all/most Topics, including: Nature/Environment (See guidelines), Science (See guidelines), Society/Culture (Ethnicity/Race, Social issues, See guidelines).
Types/Lengths:
TypeLength Details
Flash Fiction Flash FictionUp to 1,000 words; Up to 4 pieces.
Short Story Short Story1,000 - 6,000 words.
Payscale:
We list broad pay categories rather than payment specifics. Check with the publisher for details.
No monetary payment No monetary payment.
Submissions:
ElectronicPostalReprintsSimultaneousMedia
OK No No OKText format submissions
Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary.

Nonfiction On Hiatus

Of special interest is the personal essay, memoir. We also seek science or environmental writing (literary, narrative, non-technical).

Audience:
Open to a broad Audience, including: All nationalities.
Styles:
Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.
Topics:
Memoir, Nature/Environment (See guidelines), Science (General, See guidelines).
Types/Lengths:
TypeLength Details
Essay EssayUp to 1,000 words; Up to 4 pieces.
Essay Essay1,000 - 6,000 words.
Narrative Nonfiction Narrative NonfictionUp to 1,000 words; Up to 4 pieces.
Narrative Nonfiction Narrative Nonfiction1,000 - 6,000 words.
Payscale:
We list broad pay categories rather than payment specifics. Check with the publisher for details.
No monetary payment No monetary payment.
Submissions:
ElectronicPostalReprintsSimultaneousMedia
OK No No OKText format submissions
Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary.

Poetry On Hiatus

We select memorable, evocative voices...poetry that reveals meaning and stimulates emotional response with each reading.

Audience:
Open to a broad Audience, including: All nationalities.
Genres:
General General
Poetry Forms:
Open to all/most Forms.
Styles:
Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.
Topics:
Open to all/most Topics, including: Nature/Environment (See guidelines), Science (See guidelines), Society/Culture (Ethnicity/Race, Social issues, See guidelines).
Types/Lengths:
TypeLength Details
Poem PoemUp to 50 lines; Up to 6 pieces.
Payscale:
We list broad pay categories rather than payment specifics. Check with the publisher for details.
No monetary payment No monetary payment.
Submissions:
ElectronicPostalReprintsSimultaneousMedia
OK No No OKText format submissions
Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary.

Visual Art On Hiatus

Delmarva Review will consider photography or artwork for the cover from regional artists. Although we are much more than a regional publication, the cover art we seek derives from our namesake: the Delmarva Peninsula, an enchanting delta of wide-open spaces and diverse ecosystems cradled between the ocean and the Chesapeake Bay.

Audience:
Open to a broad Audience, including: All nationalities.
Art Media:
Open to all/most Art Media, including: Illustration, Photography.
Art Styles:
Open to all/most Art Styles.
Topics:
Open to all/most Topics.
Types/Lengths:
TypeLength Details
Artwork Artwork
Payscale:
We list broad pay categories rather than payment specifics. Check with the publisher for details.
No monetary payment No monetary payment.
Submissions:
ElectronicPostalReprintsSimultaneousMedia
OK No No OKImage format submissions
Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary.

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Dates

Last Updated: 27 Dec 2023
Date Added: 13 Sep 2007

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