Joyland Magazine General Submissions

Location
United States (international writers accepted)

Open to
Writers of fiction (short stories and stand-alone novel excerpts) up to 12,000 words. Submissions must be in English; translations are permitted. Only one story submitted at a time. Simultaneous submissions allowed.

Application Fee
USD 5 per submission. Fee waiver available via email (“Submittable Fee Waiver”) upon request.

What’s Provided

  • Payment of USD 200 for each story published.

  • Editorial review and publication in Joyland Magazine.

  • Response time approximately 12-16 weeks.

What the Applicant Must Cover

  • The submission fee (unless receiving the fee waiver).

  • Any other costs related to preparing the work (translation, formatting, etc.), if applicable (not specifically stated).

Duration
Not applicable (rolling submissions).

Deadline
Open year-round (no fixed deadline).

Other Essential Notes

  • Only one story may be submitted at a time.

  • Maximum length: 12,000 words.

  • Works must be in English; translations are allowed.

  • Writers may request a free submission portal via email if unable to pay the fee.