Website
Type Of Publisher
Magazine, Online
Genres Published
Creative Nonfiction, Fiction, Poetry, Essays, Experimental, Flash Fiction, Horror Thriller Suspense, Humor, Mystery Crime, Sci Fi Fantasy Speculative
Year Established
2016
Address
Billings, MT
Name
Kevin Saitta
Title
Founder / Editor
Mission Statement / Editorial Focus
Written Tales is an independent online literary magazine publishing poetry, flash fiction, short fiction, and creative nonfiction by emerging and established writers. We judge submissions on the strength of the writing, not the author's credentials, background, or popularity. We look for original work with strong imagery, specific detail, and careful attention to craft. Our goal is to give exceptional writing a lasting home, introduce authors to new readers, and make publication something worth earning.
Accepts Unsolicited Submissions
yes
Submission Guidelines URL
Reading Period
Year round
Response Time
14–21 days
Fee Amount
$5 per submission; paid members submit without additional fees.
Author Payments
none
Formats
digital
Contests
no
Average Unique Visitors Per Month
1,200
How Frequently Is Content Updated?
Monthy
Number Of Issues Per Year
12
Subscription Price
$7/month or $65/year
Total Subscribers
1,500
Total Circulation
5,000
Distributors
Direct distribution through WrittenTales.com and our email newsletter. E-books distributed through Draft2Digital to Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, Kobo, Smashwords, and other retailers.
Do You Have Any Cover Letter Advice?
Keep it brief. Introduce yourself and your submission. Previous publication credits are welcome but aren't necessary. We judge the writing, not the resume.
What Do You Look For In A Submission?
Original writing with a clear voice, concrete imagery, specific detail, and a strong command of language. We welcome different styles and subjects, but every piece must demonstrate care and craft.
What Advice Do You Have For First-time Submitters?
Read our guidelines and some of the work we've published before submitting. Send us your strongest writing, proofread it carefully, and make sure every sentence earns its place.
Who Is Your Ideal Reader?
Readers who enjoy discovering new writers, thoughtful poetry, and short fiction that rewards their attention. People who care more about the quality of the writing than the reputation of its author.
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