How to submit to Midwest Weird
Submissions are open!
Let's say you write weird fiction or nonfiction. Let's say you're from or based in the Midwest. And let's say you dig podcasts and audio fiction.
Midwest Weird might be the perfect place for you!
And we're now open to submissions. So: read the info below, listen to some recent episodes, then submit your work!
Is your work right for Midwest Weird?
We're an audio literary magazine featuring weird fiction and nonfiction by Midwestern writers.
What is Weird?
It could be the style. The content. The genre. It could be you. If you think it’s weird, your work may fit with us. Check out our past episodes for a feel of what we like.
What is NOT Weird?
Sci-fi and horror are not automatically weird. If you write in these genres, take a listen to this episode for a great example of the interesting twists and surprises that make it weird.
Who are we looking for?
We’re looking for weird work from writers based in the Midwest. We’re especially looking for work from writers who are women or nonbinary, part of the LGBTQ, BIPOC, and disabled communities, and/or other underrepresented writers.
We’re also looking for writers who are excited about creating audio versions of their work. Midwest Weird is expanding the notion of a literary magazine, and what creators of today can do.
How does this work?
If your work becomes part of Midwest Weird, your story can be read and produced by our team, or you can take the lead.
You will retain all rights to your story.
In the future, we'll also offer honorariums for accepted work.
What do I submit?
Send us a word or pdf doc with your fiction or nonfiction. Work should be between 1,000 to 4,000 words. A little more or less is fine. Your work can be original, or it can be previously published.
Include a short bio, including your membership in any underrepresented groups. Don't sweat if you haven't published much in the past; we're eager for new voices! Have any audio or podcast experience? Let us know!
Please only submit once within a six month period unless specifically asked.
Long story short
If you think we might like your work, send it our way. And stay weird.
Listen to past episodes to see what we're looking for!
Ready to submit?
Thanks for listening and submitting! And stay weird.
