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Genres Published:
Poetry, Fiction, Creative Nonfiction
Subgenres:
Creative Nonfiction, Experimental, Literary Fiction, Lyric Essay, Magical Realism, Narrative Nonfiction, Short Fiction
Book Types:
Chapbook, Novella, Short story collections, Essay collections, Novel, Memoir, Poetry collections
Formats:
Paperback
Submission Guidelines:
Reading Period:
Jan 1 to Dec 31
Response Time:
Less than 3 months
Charges Reading Fee:
No
Publishes Through Contests Only:
No
Accepts Unsolicited Submissions:
Yes
Accepts Simultaneous Submissions:
Yes
Titles per Year:
1 to 5
Editorial Focus
Susquehanna University Press publishes book-length literary fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry. The editors look for work that will appeal to local, regional, and university communities, with a focus on authors with ties to the Appalachian region or the Northeast. They take a special interest in debut authors and projects that contribute to their mission of increasing diversity, equity, inclusion, and transparency in the publishing industry.
Tips From the Editor
Send your submissions to submissions@susqupress.com. Please attach your first chapter (or a 25 page equivalent) and a cover letter that includes your bio, previous publications, a manuscript summary, and an explanation of how your work fits the specific mission of Susquehanna University Press.
Contact Information
Jess Jelsma Masterton, Director
514 University Avenue
Selinsgrove, PA 17870
Contact E-mail:
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Last updated: Feb 19, 2025