Write for Fruitslice
Fruitslice accepts pitches from Queer writers, artists, and creators year-round through our Submittable open pitch form. If you have an idea that feels aligned with Fruitslice, we’d love to hear from you!
We also occasionally put out open calls for finished work curated around a specific issue theme. To find out when themed open calls are live, you can check back here, subscribe to our newsletter, follow us on instagram, or find us on writers’ call boards like Chill Subs.
Fruitslice Submission Information
Publication Schedule & Submission Details
Publication Dates: Fruitslice publishes quarterly on the solstices (March, June, September, and December).
Submission Fee: There is no fee to submit your work.
Payment: Fruitslice is made up entirely of volunteers. We are unable to offer contributor honorariums at this time.
What We’re Looking For
Editorial Focus: We welcome a wide range of creative work. For detailed information about the types of content we’re most excited to receive, please visit our FAQ section.
Word Limit: We ask that submitters keep written pieces under 1500 words. For fiction submissions only, we will now accept pieces up to 2250 words.
Mediums: We accept all printable mediums. If you’re unsure whether your piece fits, feel free to submit anyway.
No AI Submissions: We do not accept any AI-generated or AI-assisted work.
Submission Rules
Proofreading: Please thoroughly proofread your work. Submissions with numerous errors risk rejection as we have limited editing resources.
Author Identity: Fruitslice exclusively showcases work created by members of the LGBTQA+ community. This commitment to providing a dedicated space where Queer voices are centered is fundamental to our mission. While we maintain this policy, we respect that identity is personal and nuanced; we trust contributors to determine whether they align with our community focus.
Formatting Requirements
For All Submissions
- File Naming: LastNameFirstName_PieceTitle
Written Work
- Format: .doc or .docx only (NO PDFs)
- If you are submitting poetry or other written work in which the exact form or shape of the words is integral to the piece, and you’re worried that a .doc or .docx file will ruin the formatting, you are welcome to include a PDF as a visual reference. However, you must still submit a .doc or .docx file alongside it.
- 12pt font, double-spaced for prose
Visual and Hybrid Works
- Resolution: Minimum 300 DPI for print quality
- Artist Statements: Optional, around 500 words
For Page Layouts/Spreads Only
This information is only for visual pieces that are meant to take up a whole page or spread. If your piece does not fall into these categories, you can ignore the instructions below.
Gutter: Add at least 0.7″ to inner margin for binding
Dimensions:
Single Page: 5.50″ x 8.50″ (Trim Size)
Spread: 11.00″ x 8.50″ (Trim Size)
Bleed Area: Extend all edges by 0.13″ beyond trim size
Total with bleed (single page): 5.76″ x 8.76″
Total with bleed (spread): 11.26″ x 8.76″
Quiet Area (Safe Zone):
Top: 0.25″
Right: 0.25″
Bottom: 0.25″
Left: 0.50″
Addition Information
Compliance: Submissions that disregard these guidelines may be automatically rejected.
Questions? Please check our FAQ section first. If you need more help, email us at submissions@thefruitslice.com.
Thank you for considering Fruitslice as a platform for your work!