Oratoria, a literary magazine based in London, UK, invites submissions for its May 2025 issue. Established in 2018 and relaunched in 2022, Oratoria focuses on diverse, unique voices in fiction, non-fiction, poetry, art, and photography. This issue aims to showcase creative works that challenge beliefs, provoke thought, and inspire.
Information & Application Details:
• Deadline: Submissions accepted from 1 Jan 2025 to 15 March 2025
• Publication Date: May 2025
• Application fee: Free
Eligibility:
• Open to writers and artists of any race, gender, nationality, or background.
• Work must be previously unpublished, including personal blogs or social media.
• Simultaneous submissions allowed but must be disclosed in the email body.
Categories:
Flash fiction, short fiction, non-fiction, creative non-fiction, poetry, illustrations, and photography.
How to Apply:
• Email submissions to oratoriamag@mail.com.
• Attach the work in the appropriate file format (see submission requirements).
• Include your full name, contact details, and a short bio (max 100 words) in the email body.
• Specify if your work is a simultaneous submission.
Submission Requirements:
1. Fiction and Non-Fiction:
• Flash Fiction: 500–1,000 words.
• Short Fiction, Non-Fiction, and Creative Non-Fiction: 1,001–4,000 words.
• File format: .doc, .docx, or .pdf.
• Formatting: 12 pt Times New Roman, double-spaced, 1-inch margins.
• Include the title within the file and as the filename.
2. Poetry:
• 50–1,000 words.
• File format: .doc, .docx, or .pdf.
• Standard formatting preferred but flexible for unique styles.
3. Illustrations and Photography:
• Maximum of one submission per category.
• File formats: .jpg, .jpeg, .png, or .pdf (150-200 DPI, max 10 MB).
• Include the title as the filename.
Selection Process:
• All submissions are reviewed by the editorial team.
• Selected contributors will be notified after the review process.
• Cover art contributors will also be interviewed for publication in the journal.
Program Benefits:
• Publication in the May 2025 issue of Oratoria.
• Selected cover art contributors will have a featured interview within the magazine.
• Contributors retain rights to their work after publication with a “first appeared on Oratoria” credit for subsequent use.
Contact & Resources:
• Email: oratoriamag@mail.com
• Instagram: Follow Oratoria for updates.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a publication committed to showcasing creative diversity and fostering meaningful artistic dialogue.
Website link:
https://oratoria.persona.co/Submit