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The Southern Quill, first printed in 1951 and published by Utah Tech University, has been in circulation for more than half a century. Published annually, the journal welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and visual arts.

Established in 1951, The Southern Quill is an annual literary magazine published by Utah Tech University. Over the decades, it has become a platform for showcasing a diverse array of creative works, including poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and visual arts. While it began by featuring submissions from university students, staff, and faculty, the magazine has since expanded its reach to include contributions from writers and artists across the United States. This expansion reflects its commitment to promoting a wide range of voices and perspectives. (thesouthernquill.com)

The magazine operates under the guidance of a dedicated editorial team, comprising students from various disciplines. Each year, between October and March, the journal invites polished submissions from writers and artists nationwide. The editorial team is led by Managing Editor Stevie Lytle, an English major with an emphasis in Creative Writing. Other key members include Analee Hall, the Layout and Design Specialist; Ashtyn Hansen, the Fiction Editor; Erin Wortham, the Creative Nonfiction Editor; Chasta Martin, the Poetry Editor; and Gaylen Bailey, the Visual Arts Editor. (thesouthernquill.com)

The Southern Quill is a proud member of the Council of Literary Magazines and Presses (CLMP), underscoring its dedication to ensuring the literary market is filled with distinctive, diverse, and vibrant voices. The magazine is published annually and is available in both print and digital formats. Contributors receive a copy of the issue in which their work appears as compensation, and additional copies are available for purchase. Submissions are accepted through the magazine's Submittable page, and the reading period typically runs from October 12 to March 10. (pw.org)

For those interested in exploring past editions, The Southern Quill's archives are accessible through the Utah Tech University Library Digital Collections. This resource provides a comprehensive look at the magazine's evolution and the breadth of creative works it has featured over the years. (files.library.dixie.edu)

In summary, The Southern Quill stands as a testament to the enduring power of creative expression, offering a platform for both emerging and established artists and writers to share their work with a broader audience.

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The Southern Quill

General call

We accept all forms of poetry. All contributors will receive one copy of the issue in which their work appears.
· We do NOT accept ANY work generated entirely or in part with ChatGPT or other AI.
· Only 3-5 poems are allowed per poet at this time. We ask that all poems be contained in one document and that each poem be on a separate page.
· There is no word limit for poems; however, we ask that poems submitted all together do not exceed 10 pages.
· All submissions must be typed single-spaced, 12-point, Times New Roman font.
· We accept .doc, .docx, and .pdf files.

Poetry

We accept all forms of visual arts including photography, painting and drawing, digital art, 3D sculpture/ceramics, etc. All contributors will receive one copy of the issue in which their work appears.
· We do NOT accept ANY work generated entirely or in part with ChatGPT or other AI.
· Only five visual art pieces per artist are allowed.
· All images must be cropped to size.
· All images must have a resolution of at least 300 dpi.
· We accept .jpeg, .tif, and .png files.
For 3D art, we ask the following in addition to other requirements:
· 3D artwork must be photographed against a plain white, gray, or black background or a black to white gradient background.
· A clear image must be submitted, cropped to size, with appropriate lighting.

Visual Art

We accept all forms of fiction. All contributors will receive one copy of the issue in which their work appears.
· We do NOT accept ANY work generated entirely or in part with ChatGPT or other AI.
 · Submissions must be 3,500 words or fewer (exceptional work may be considered if the word count is exceeded).
 · Only one fiction submission per writer is allowed at this time.
 · The first page should include the author’s name, email, and word count in the upper-left corner.
 · On the following pages, please include your last name and page number in the top right corner.
 · All submissions must be typed, double-spaced and written in 12-point, Times New Roman font.
 · We accept .doc, .docx, and .pdf files.

Fiction

We accept all forms of creative nonfiction. All contributors will receive one copy of the issue in which their work appears.
· We do NOT accept ANY work generated entirely or in part with ChatGPT or other AI. 
· Submissions must be 3,500 words or fewer (exceptional work may be considered if the word count is exceeded).
· Only one creative nonfiction submission per writer is allowed at this time.
· The first page should include the author’s name, email, and word count in the upper-left corner.
· On the following pages, please include your last name and page number in the top right corner.
· All submissions must be typed, double-spaced and written in 12-point, Times New Roman font.
· We accept .doc, .docx, and .pdf files

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