The Rumi Review is a literary magazine dedicated to amplifying the voices of writers of Middle Eastern descent. 

The Rumi Review is a literary magazine dedicated to amplifying the voices of writers of Middle Eastern descent. 

We are looking for poetry, prose, and creative nonfiction, that narrate the  burdens and beauties of Middle Eastern heritage. We consider all writers regardless of age, experience, or any other designation, as long as they are respectful and conscious of our mission and the social realities behind it. 

Only 1% of people in the U.S. identify as Middle Eastern, yet the Middle East maintains an unremitting presence in American media. These media depictions are often deeply prejudiced and inaccurate. This is why we created The Rumi Review (named after the Persian poet, Rumi) a platform where Middle Eastern identity can truly be represented and celebrated.

We are open to all, poetry, prose, and creative nonfiction from those who ​identify as Middle Eastern, regardless of where they reside. We consider all writers ​regardless of age, experience, or any other designation, as long as they are ​respectful and conscious of our mission and the social realities behind it. Since the ​designation “Middle Eastern” is deeply complex itself, we allow submitters ​to decide if The Rumi Review is the right place for their work. 

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