Kelp Journal is a premier digital and print literary magazine. With a global reach, and the spirit of adventure in our DNA, we are always searching for new and established voices from around the world. Located on California's West Coast, we are especially interested in stories pertaining to oceanic and conservationist themes.
Kelp Journal values diversity and seeks to promote the work of writers of all ethnicities, orientations, and backgrounds, both domestic and abroad. We accept fiction, essays, poetry, and travel memoirs so long as the writing is in the English language or translated into English. We have no genre restrictions.
Fiction
We accept all kinds of previously unpublished fiction, generally in lengths of under 6,000 words. A sense of place is important to us, and while no place is excluded from our appetite, we strongly prefer coastal themes, West Coast locales, surfing, and works that embody travel and adventure; however, all themes will be considered.
When submitting, please name your submission file with your last name, title of work, and section.
Ex: Olsen_Surf’s Up_Fiction
Please note that submissions that do not follow Kelp Journal guidelines will receive an automatic decline.
Kelp Journal is a premier digital and print literary magazine. With a global reach, and the spirit of adventure in our DNA, we are always searching for new and established voices from around the world. Located on California's West Coast, we are especially interested in stories pertaining to oceanic and conservationist themes.
Kelp Journal values diversity and seeks to promote the work of writers of all ethnicities, orientations, and backgrounds, both domestic and abroad. We accept fiction, essays, poetry, and travel memoirs so long as the writing is in the English language or translated into English. We have no genre restrictions.
Poetry
We also seek previously unpublished poems long and short. Send us 3 to 5 of your best poems for consideration. Again, coastal, travel, and adventure themes are preferred; however, all themes will be considered.
When submitting, please name your submission file with your last name, title of work, and section.
Ex: Santana_Pirate Ghosts_Poetry
Please note that submissions that do not follow Kelp Journal guidelines will receive an automatic decline.
Kelp Journal is a premier digital and print literary magazine. With a global reach, and the spirit of adventure in our DNA, we are always searching for new and established voices from around the world. Located on California's West Coast, we are especially interested in stories pertaining to oceanic and conservationist themes.
Kelp Journal values diversity and seeks to promote the work of writers of all ethnicities, orientations, and backgrounds, both domestic and abroad. We accept fiction, essays, poetry, and travel memoirs so long as the writing is in the English language or translated into English. We have no genre restrictions.
Non-Fiction & Wanderlust - We consider previously unpublished essays of all types, generally in lengths of under 6,000 words, with extra emphasis on oceanic and surf themes. We are also looking for unique takes on global travel, like a hole-in-the-wall restaurant that blew your mind, or a strange experience abroad.
When submitting, please name your submission file with your last name, title of work, and section.
Ex: Olsen_Surf’s Up_Non-Fiction
Please note that submissions that do not follow Kelp Journal guidelines will receive an automatic decline.
Kelp Journal is an online literary magazine with oceanic, conservationist, and surf forward themes. We publish writers, travelers, artists, and photographers from all over the world in all types of genres. Kelp Journal values diversity and seeks to promote the work of writers of all ethnicities, orientations, and backgrounds, both domestic and abroad. We accept fiction, essays, poetry, and travel memoirs so long as the writing is in the English language or translated into English. We have no genre restrictions.
For The Wave, Kelp Journal is actively seeking previously unpublished micro, flash, and short fiction in any genre; short essays on any topic; book reviews; poetry, and photography and art. As always, coastal, travel, and adventure themes are preferred; however, all will be considered.
When submitting, please name your submission file with your last name, title of work, and section.
Ex: Olsen_Crush_Fiction
Ex: Santana_Gone Fishing_Non-fiction
Ex: Larks_Snowfall_Poetry
Please note that submissions that do not follow Kelp Journal guidelines will receive an automatic decline.
This book's predecessors, The Silver Waves of Summer, and The Dark Waves of Winter were huge successes, including The Dark Waves of Winter earning a perfect 5 Stars from Indie Reader. They were both well-reviewed in myriad publications, including Kirkus Reviews. "A potent assemblage of briskly paced tales that will satisfy mystery and crime noir fans." - Kirkus Reviews.
We are looking to build on our previous success.The Amber Waves of Winter is planned for publication in the fall of 2024. Pay is $35.00 dollars per accepted story and a share of royalties. You will be published next to some big names. We are looking for 10-12 short stories that adhere as closely as possible to the following guidelines:
1) It must take place in a beach locale.
2) We are looking for noir/neo-noir. Crime, capers, detective stories, and mysteries are all a good fit. Literary stories work as well provided it contain the requisite subject matter.
3) We always appreciate a surfer or water-related person (life guards, sea captains, etc) as a character.
4) Word count between 3k and 6K preferred.