Saranac Review 3rd Edition

Submission Guidelines

Our editorial scope is eclectic, and open to all styles, but we are looking for work that is literary, engaging, well crafted and has resonance. We are not interested in genre fiction (eg. Sci fiction; horror, etc.) or light verse. We suggest that any writer interested in submitting work to read a copy of the journal. Subscribe or obtain a sample issue for $5.

The Saranac Review is an annual so there is a relatively long time between submission, report time and publication. Report time varies, but normally we respond to a submission within 4 to 6 months. SR purchases First North American Serial Rights. After publication, rights revert to the author. At this time, SR is unable to pay its contributors. We offer two contributors’ copies, extra copies at a discount, and a free subscription for the issue following publication.

Please follow the specific guidelines below:

  1. We accept multiple submissions if sent separately with separate SASE’s.
  2. We accept poetry, fiction, non-fiction, inter genre pieces and translations. We are also very interested in publishing Canadian writers.
  3. We read from Sept 1 to February 15. This is a FIRM deadline; manuscripts arriving outside of this period will be returned unread.
  4. We accept simultaneous submissions, so long as it is noted that on the cover letter, and we are notified immediately if the manuscript is accepted for publication elsewhere.
  5. We do not accept previously published work.
  6. Please submit ONE story or essay per submission; THREE to FIVE poems.
  7. We appreciate a brief cover letter that includes publishing credits and email contact information.
  8. We do not accept online submissions.
  9. Send manuscripts with cover letter and SASE to:
    10. Poetry / Fiction / Nonfiction Editor
    CVH, Dept of English
    SUNY Plattsburgh
    101 Broad St.
    Plattsburgh, NY 12901
  10. All manuscripts must be accompanied by a SASE. We are unable to respond to any submission without an SASE. Manuscripts must be word processed. Fiction and non-fiction must be double spaced with approximate word account at top of the first page and numbered throughout. Every submission should include author’s name, address, phone number, and email.