Type Of Publisher
Magazine
Genres Published
Essays, Fiction, Poetry, Reviews, Visual Art
Year Established
1984
Address
Waleska, GA
Name
William Walsh
Title
Editor
Mission Statement / Editorial Focus
The James Dickey Review publishes the best writing that appeals to the educated generalist.
Accepts Unsolicited Submissions
Yes
Reading Period
From 4 / 8 / 1 -31
Response Time
4 - 9 months
Author Payments
copies
Contests
Beginning in April 2024, the James Dickey Review will host the David Bottoms Poetry Prize. Details to follow.
Price Per Issue
$30
Total Subscribers
100
Total Circulation
500
Do You Have Any Cover Letter Advice?
Read and edit. Be creative. The staff loves literature and good writing from contemporary authors. Don't try to shock us with arbitrary or gratuitous images, language, or thought. Brevity & clarity go a long way. Excellence is paramount.
What Do You Look For In A Submission?
Clarity of thought. Creative ingenuity. Voice. Narrative and image-based creative work is preferred. The material does not need be on or about James Dickey. even though we encourage ideas on his life and work.
What Advice Do You Have For First-time Submitters?
Read and edit extensively. This is the key that unlocks all creative doors. Have fun doing serious things, such as pouring your heart out to the world in a poem. Do your thing and stop worrying what others think. Just keep writing. Be professional.
Do You Have A Favorite Unsolicited Submission Discovery Or Anecdote?
One undergrad intern edited a famous poet's poems, which the poet agreed with. The student later applied to grad school where the poet was the director. Neither realized the connection until it was pointed out.
Who Is Your Ideal Reader?
The educated generalist. This is the person who is interested in all things in life if presented to them in an interesting fashion. The JDR strives to fill that void in their life by being interesting and entertaining to read.
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