Red Mesa Review is a literary publication of UNM-Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ. The editorial board is now accepting submissions of poetry, short fiction and essays from authors and artists of Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ and local communities of the Four Corners region. Founded in 1992 on the campus of UNM-Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ, Red Mesa Review pays tribute to the vibrant and ever-changing community and the diverse creative expressions rooted in the beautiful multi-state region.

Deadline: April 1, 2025

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Submission Requirements:

Poetry: 1-3 poems per submission (Word Doc)
Short Fiction: (including flash fiction and short stories): 1-3 pieces per submission – 3,500 words maximum (Word Doc)
Essays: (including memoir and creative nonfiction): 1-3 pieces per submission – 3,500 words maximum (Word Doc)

Email submissions to: eng48@unm.edu.
Work must be sent as an attachment.

Subject Line of Email as follows:
(Red Mesa Review_Last Name_First Name)

Email must include:
Your Name, Personal Statement, Short Bio, Submission Category, and Contact Information (email and phone number)


Red Mesa Review accepts submissions of unpublished work (online publication does count as a publication). Simultaneous submissions are allowed, but please notify the editorial board as soon as possible upon acceptance at another publication.

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