Over the years, I’ve had more than forty poems published in a wide variety of literary magazines, and I’ve learned a few things about the submission process along the way. There are thousands of poets and only a smattering of literary magazines. How can you get your poetry into print? Here are some steps to get you started. 1. DEFINE YOUR MARKET Hundreds of literary magazines exist to cater to diverse and often specialized audiences. Before you submit a single poem, be sure

Having trouble publishing your poetry and short stories in literary magazines? To avoid instant rejection, avoid these seven pet peeves of literary magazine editors. I have experienced each one repeatedly in my twenty years of editing Ancient Paths literary magazine. (1) Lack of Professionalism Remember to treat e-mail communication with an editor as you would a formal letter. Use proper spelling, grammar, and capitalization, and don’t use internet shorthand. Maintain a