Quill of the Goddess
SUBMISSIONS CLOSED
Reopening January 2027
What We're Looking For
We're looking for experiential, evocative work that illustrates Z. Budapest's famous quote: "The Goddess is alive. Magic is afoot." We want to know how the Goddess shows up in your daily life. How is She part of your sacred rituals and practices? Your work? Your activism? What does She mean to you in a world overshadowed by patriarchy? How does the Goddess inspire you? What has changed in you as a result of your relationship wtih Her?
Please keep in mind the theme of the issue.
Poetry
Up to 3 poems. All poems must have titles. Include all poems in one document.
Any style of poetry is welcome. We are more interested in pieces that are accessible to the reader, rather than those that use overly abstract and obscure imagery. Mary Oliver, Joy Harjo, and Marge Piercy are examples of poets we like. Please review our previous issues.
Creative Nonfiction
2,500 words maximum. We're looking for a clear narrative arc that shows self-awareness or introspection. There should be something at stake in your story. Avoid cliches. Show, rather than tell, what you want the reader to experience. Please edit your work before submitting. Your work will not be rejected for typos, but your submission should be your final draft. Upon acceptance, we may suggest minor edits.
Visual Art
Up to 3 works, high resolution (300 dpi). Be sure to include the title of your artwork or photograph in the file name. We welcome styles that depict the sacred feminine. Please do not send us photos that belong in the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue or in a Victoria's Secret catalogue. We are not here for the male gaze. Period.
What We're NOT Looking For
We will not publish discriminatory work, political rants, or any work generated by AI technology. Your work must be wholly your own.
Submission Guidelines
We do not charge a reading fee, but we do welcome donations.
Reading Periods
Fall Issue: July 1st - September 1st, published in October
Spring Issue: January 1st - March 1st, published in April
Submissions
We only consider submissions sent through Duotrope (linked below). Direct emailed submissions will not be considered. Submissions must be accompanied by a 100-word third-person bio.
Response time varies, but please allow up to four weeks.
Please do not submit more than once per genre per reading period. Additional submissions will not be read. Submissions received outside of our reading period will not be read.
Simultaneous Submissions & Withdrawals
We accept simultaneous submissions, but notify us immediately if a piece is published elsewhere. If you wish to withdraw one or several pieces from your submission, please email us directly with the titles of the work(s) you are withdrawing.
Previously Published Work
We do not accept work previously published in an online or print publication. We will consider work posted to a personal blog or social media account.
Publishing Rights
All rights revert to the authors upon publication. We require First Rights, which means that we want to be the first publisher to present your work to the public. If your work is reprinted elsewhere, please note that it appeared first in Quill of the Goddess.
By submitting to Quill of the Goddess, you affirm that you are the sole owner of the work and that the work does not infringe upon any copyright laws. By submitting, you grant permission to the publisher to share the published material(s), and in some cases the contributor's name, image, or likeness, in the publication as well as on the publisher's digital platforms, including through digital mail and on its website and social media accounts, for the sole purpose of promoting the work and/or the creator.
Payment
We are not able to offer payment to our contributors for published works at this time; however, we do promote our writers/artists and their work. We also nominate for the Pushcart Prize. Be sure to connect with us on Instagram and Facebook @quillofthegoddess.
If you have questions about the submissions process or any other inquiries, please send them to jen@quillofthegoddess.com.