The purpose of The First Line is to help writers break through the block that is the blank page. Each issue contains short stories that stem from a common first line; it also provides a forum for discussing favorite first lines in literature.
Highlights
- Vibe:Send us your best but less intimidating
- Response time: 35 days after submission*/Editor reported data50 days*Chill Subs tracker stats
- Acceptance rate: ?*/Editor reported data11.08%*Chill Subs tracker stats
Publication
Accepts simultaneous submissions
What's that?
When you can submit your work to multiple magazines at the same time
Accepts previously published
What's that?
When the magazine wants to publish your previously published work. Requirements vary
Nominates for prizes
Active on social media
Available in print
Provides contributor copies
Has examples online
How to submit
Process
Email
Cover letter
Make sure your name and contact information, as well as your bio, are part of the attachment.
Eligibility
No specific eligibility requirements
Formatting
We accept stories in MS Word or Word Perfect format (we prefer attachments).
Author's rights
This magazine does not list any details on their website for this section.
Additional info
Response time. We typically send notices four to five weeks after the issue's deadline to everyone who submitted.
Tracker statistics
38
Total submissions tracked
50 days
Average response time
Average acceptance rate
30 days
Fastest response time
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About
Founded
1999
Country
US
Masthead
David LaBounty
Editor-in-Chief