Apparatus Magazine
Those of you publishing types (and non-publishing types!) should check out apparatus magazine. Not only is it edited by Chicago's own Adam Hart, it is very pretty, has an ISBN, and publishes some really interesting work.
However, the reason I really like it is that each issue has a (somewhat abstract) theme, and I like picking through my work to see if something fits and/or using the theme as a sort of writing prompt. Also, according to duotrope, the editor very often sends personal rejection letters, which can be useful in their own right.
Upcoming themes and deadlines:
March: Vol. 1 Issue 9. Theme: Cat's Cradle & Mousetrap. | Deadline: Extended - March 9th.
April: Vol. 1 Issue 10. Theme: Turning a Phrase & Finding a Voice. | Deadline: March 29th.
May: Vol. 1 Issue 11. Theme: Wooden Nickel & Lucky Penny. | Deadline: April 29th.
He does not accept simultaneous submissions, but the turn-around time is only a couple of weeks. So, submit to apparatus. And if you do, tell Adam that I sent you.
However, the reason I really like it is that each issue has a (somewhat abstract) theme, and I like picking through my work to see if something fits and/or using the theme as a sort of writing prompt. Also, according to duotrope, the editor very often sends personal rejection letters, which can be useful in their own right.
Upcoming themes and deadlines:
March: Vol. 1 Issue 9. Theme: Cat's Cradle & Mousetrap. | Deadline: Extended - March 9th.
April: Vol. 1 Issue 10. Theme: Turning a Phrase & Finding a Voice. | Deadline: March 29th.
May: Vol. 1 Issue 11. Theme: Wooden Nickel & Lucky Penny. | Deadline: April 29th.
He does not accept simultaneous submissions, but the turn-around time is only a couple of weeks. So, submit to apparatus. And if you do, tell Adam that I sent you.