The Opal is committed to publishing captivating fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction across genres, particularly from undergraduate students and emerging writers.

The word “opal” originates from the Latin term opalus, which means “precious jewel” combined with the Greek opallios, meaning “to see a change in color”. 

We believe the written word is a precious jewel that changes how we see the world, empowering us to walk with the faith and confidence that opal stones symbolize.

Launched in 2022, The Opal is a literary magazine in association with Spalding University. It is staffed entirely from Spalding’s lauded Creative Writing BFA Program. 

We believe here at The Opal that all genres hold value in the writing sphere, as the written word is a precious jewel that changes how we see the world. 

We have set out to instill faith and confidence in emerging writers looking to make their mark in the publishing sphere.



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Please submit 1-3 poems, with a page limit of five pages. For this issue, we are looking for writing that acts as a portal, introducing readers to new dimensions of thought.

Issue 6 Submissions

We accept fiction pieces up to 3,000 words in length, but shorter pieces are preferred. For this issue, we are looking for writing that acts as a portal, introducing readers to new dimensions of thought.

We accept nonfiction pieces up to 3,000 words in length, but shorter pieces are preferred. For this issue, we are looking for writing that acts as a portal, introducing readers to new dimensions of thought.

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