Submission Guidelines for TheMemoirBox

Welcome to The Memoir Box, a literary magazine that celebrates the art of storytelling, poetry, and creative expression. We’re thrilled that you’re interested in sharing your work with us! Please review our submission guidelines to ensure your piece aligns with our vision.

What We’re Looking For

  • Poetry: Pieces that evoke emotions, stir imaginations, and tell unique stories. We welcome free verse, haikus, rhymed poetry, and experimental forms.
  • Short Stories: Fiction or non-fiction stories (up to 3,000 words) with compelling narratives and vivid imagery.
  • Essays: Personal or reflective essays that connect deeply with readers (up to 2,500 words).
  • Flash Fiction: Short, impactful pieces (under 1,000 words) that leave a lasting impression.
  • Artwork and Photography: Submissions that complement our literary themes are welcome.

Submission Criteria

  • All submissions must be original and unpublished.
  • We accept simultaneous submissions, but please notify us immediately if your work is accepted elsewhere.
  • Submit up to:
    • 3 poems or
    • 1 short story, essay, or flash fiction piece per submission period.
  • For artwork/photography: submit up to 5 high-resolution images.

Formatting Guidelines

  • Submit your work in a Word document (.docx) or PDF file.
  • Use standard fonts (e.g., Times New Roman, 12-point size).
  • Include your name, email address, and a short bio (50–100 words) at the top of your submission.

How to Submit

  • Email your submissions to [YourEmail] with the subject line: “Submission: [Genre] – [Your Name]”.
  • Attach your document(s) and include a brief cover letter in the email body.

Response Time

  • We aim to respond within 4–6 weeks. If you haven’t heard back after this time, feel free to follow up.

Compensation

  • At this time, The Memoir Box operates as a labor of love and cannot offer monetary compensation. However, we’ll provide contributors with a complimentary digital copy of the issue and feature their work across our platforms.

Rights

  • By submitting, you grant The Memoir Box first publishing rights. All rights revert to the author after publication, but we request acknowledgment of The Memoir Box in any future reprints.

We can’t wait to read your work and share it with our community. Thank you for trusting us with your creative voice!