We will not accept non-fiction that merely evokes a certain emotion. The essay must be crafted by a skilled writer and engage the reader's intelligence. We expect the writers whose prose we publish to demonstrate an understanding of figurative language, the sound of words, and the rhythm of prose sentences. We prefer not to publish essays that address politically stale topics or that attempt to persuade the reader to believe certain ideologies. Finally, we typically publish essays that are no longer than fifteen typed, double-spaced, manuscript pages.
Accepted manuscripts receive honoraria.
Some of our favorite essayists include Annie Dillard, Joyce Kearns Goodwin, Frank McCourt, Lee Martin, Roger Rosenblatt, Richard Shelton, and Alice Walker.