Call for Submissions: Punctuated Equilibrium

 

Punctuated Equilibrium is interested in your most polished work that engages with the natural environment. 

As a theory, Punk Eek (punctuated equilibrium) is an evolutionary model wherein a sudden burst of change occurs after an extended period of stasis. Born from urgency, we are an online magazine dedicated to interrupting the current moment. Fast-paced, bold, and responsive. Punk Eek follows the flow of nature: sometimes steady, sometimes unexpected.  

As editors, we take a broad view of what constitutes the natural world, and welcome writing that explores various interpretations and intersections. We value experimentation and innovation, opinions and research, audacity and compassion. We are dedicated to uplifting the writers behind the work we publish, acknowledging that writing is born from our different identities, experiences, and beliefs.  

The core of Punk Eek is the natural world—its beauty and power, the threats it faces, and the many species and places within it. Words are the spark that ignite change. 

We only accept original and unpublished work. 

Please make sure...

You email your submission to:

 punkeekmag@gmail.com

• In the subject line of the email, you put [Genre/Category – First and Last Name]
• If you’re submitting a fiction feature, your subject line should look like this: Fiction – Jane Doe
• If you’re submitting a nonfiction feature, your subject line should look like this: Nonfiction – John Appleseed
• If you’re submitting a poetry feature, your subject line should look like this: Poetry – Jane Doe
• If you’re submitting a hybrid feature, your subject line should look like this: Hybrid – Jane Doe
• If you’re submitting a Microburst, your subject line should look like this: Microburst – John Appleseed
• If you’re submitting to Heat Index, your subject line should look like this: Heat Index – Jane Doe
• If you’re submitting to Into the Fire, your subject line should look like this: Into the Fire – John Appleseed

In the body of the email, you include the title of your piece(s), word count (prose), a brief bio (100 words max), and any other info you’d like to share

You attach your work as a PDF (poetry) or Word (prose) document

You use a typeface like Arial or Times New Roman that is easy to read

There is no identifying information within the document

We accept simultaneous submissions, but please inform us if it is a simultaneous submission in the body of your email. We also ask that you let us know as soon as possible if your work is accepted elsewhere. Email us on the same email chain you used to submit your work to let us know. 

Payment: $50.00

Any other questions, please send us an email with “question” in the subject line.

More information here.