Website
Type Of Organization
Magazine
Mission Statement / Editorial Focus
Allium A Journal of Poetry & Prose publishes work that is provocative, evocative, and bold. We are about inclusion—representing the range and diversity of writers’ voices. We believe the art of writing is an exploration of a complex and evolving world. We are dedicated to promoting the finest work of fiction, nonfiction and poetry written by both recognized and emerging writers, in a variety of forms that range from traditional to experimental. We want the work we publish to embody a sense of journey and discovery.
Fax
(312) 369-8001
Social Media Platforms Used
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
Is Your Group Affiliated With A University, Portal Or Other Agency?
yes
If Yes, Please Name
Columbia College Chicago
Primary Editor/Contact Person
Cora Jacobs
Contact Title
Managing Editor
Contact Email
Publishes
essays, fiction, nonfiction, poetry, reviews, translation
Submissions Policy
Submissions are handled exclusively through Submittable. Allium A Journal of Poetry & Prose accepts simultaneous submissions, requests a maximum page length of five pages for poetry, fifteen pages for fiction and nonfiction, and does not seek previously published work.
Accepts Unsolicited Submissions
Yes
Submission Guidelines URL
Simultaneous Submissions Accepted
yes
Reading Period
Year round
Reporting Time
2 - 6 months
Author Payments
none
Number Of Paid Staff
1
Number Of Unpaid Staff
7
Year Founded
2020
Average Print Run
1200
Total Circulation
430
Insitution
$Columbia College Chicago
Number Of Issues Per Year
1
Total Number Of Issues Published
5
Back Issues Available
no
Unsolicited Manuscripts Accepted
yes
If Yes, What Percent Of All Unsolicited MSS Are Published
25
Format
perfect
Dimensions
6 - 9
Average Number Of Pages
150
Publish Print Anthology?
yes
Name
Cora Jacobs
Title
Managing Editor
How Did You Arrive At Your Current Position?
Recommendation
What Is The Staff Structure At Your Magazine/press?
Managing Editor
Editor in Chief (rotating faculty)
Steering Committee (six faculty)
Two MFA assistantships
Twelve Assistant Editors: Poetry
Twelve Assistant Editors: Prose
How Are Submissions Processed In Your Magazine/press?
Submittable and via email.
What Advice Do You Have For First-time Submitters?
Usually read past issues, however Allium has just been formed
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