Submissions
The Dolomite Review | Call for Submissions
Submissions for The Dolomite Review are now open for the Fall 2026 issue.
We seek writing that tells a story—whether driven by plot or character, it should pull readers in through vivid voices and authentic moments. The Dolomite Review celebrates the spirit of the Midwest and the art of storytelling in all its forms. We welcome submissions from both emerging and established writers.
We welcome fiction, poetry, and first-person essays that resonate with clarity, curiosity, and depth. Beginning with the Fall 2026 issue, The Dolomite Review will award $50 each to one featured poem, one featured short story, and one featured essay per issue. Featured selections are chosen at the sole discretion of the editorial staff based on editorial vision and are not determined by submission order, theme, or author status. Our submission fee for all manuscripts is still $3.50.
The Dolomite Review also welcomes art by Midwest photographers. We’re seeking compelling images that capture the landscapes, communities, and atmosphere of the Midwest. Submission is free, though we are unable to offer payment for published photography at this time. Please send submissions directly to info (at) thedolomitereview (dot) com. Note that work may be used throughout the magazine and may be lightly edited for size or layout. Credit will be given, though it may not appear directly beneath the image.
The Dolomite Review is an online-only publication.
If your work is accepted, we request first electronic rights, as well as the right to archive your piece on our website. After publication, all rights revert to you, with the understanding that The Dolomite Review will be credited as the original publisher should your work appear elsewhere.
We look forward to reviewing your work and discovering the voices and art that will shape our next issue.
Manuscript Guidelines
All submissions must use Times New Roman, 12 pt font. Word documents (.doc or .docx) are preferred. PDFs will not be accepted. All submissions should be double-spaced, except for poetry. TDR follows the Chicago Manual of Style.
Fiction: Short stories should be no more than 2,500 words.
Poetry: Submit up to three poems, each no longer than one single-spaced page. Please submit each poem on a separate page. Do not include graphics or special formatting.
Essays: No longer than 3,000 words.
Cover letters are not necessary, but the first page of each submission should include your name, physical address, email address, and a short bio. Professional website and social media links are encouraged.
You may submit multiple manuscripts, but please limit submissions to one per genre. Simultaneous submissions are welcome. The Dolomite Review is open to all and does not discriminate—except against artificial intelligence.
We seek work that embodies the spirit of the Midwest: honest, grounded, and driven by strong storytelling. Please send us your finest work, keeping our mission in mind. We look forward to reading it.
