My Favorite Lit Mags With Low Rejection Rates Pt. 2

20 lit mags to launch you into your sweet publication era! | Special Listings & Rankings (06.08.26)

Happy Monday, friends!

At the beginning of this year, I did a round-up of mags I love that have low rejection rates, and y’all really loved that list (in fact it remains one of our most popular ones). So I thought now that we’re comfortably into mid-year, time to do a part 2. First though, here’s Part 1:

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My Favorite Lit Mags With Low Rejection Rates

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Below the paywall, you’ll find 20 lit mags (!!) that have fast become favorites of mine when I want mags that are accessible, yes, but also have verve and spirit, y’know? Each one is visually unique and has a dedicated editorial staff helming the project.

And in case you feel (fear) that having a low rejection rate means it’s just a spam/scam mag, please fear not. All of the 20 mags on this list are vetted and very much authentic and wonderful places to send your work. The highest acceptance rate you’ll find here is ~16% and lowest on this list is ~7%.

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