Question 1

Where can HAUNTER Review be found?

Accepted Answer

The HAUNTER Review profile can be found on ChillSubs, Duotrope, and Poets&Writers! We do our best to ensure that all information and instructions are consistent across these platforms; however, if something appears inaccurate, please email us at haunterreview@gmail.com to request a correction.

Question 2

When are you accepting submissions?

Accepted Answer

We accept submissions on a quarterly basis, publishing 4 digital issues per year. Submissions are open for HAUNTER during the following days:

WINTER ISSUE:  Dec 1 - Jan 1SPRING ISSUE:  Mar 1 - Apr 1SUMMER ISSUE:  Jun 1 - Jul 1FALL ISSUE:  Sept 1 - Oct 1

Question 3

What is your acceptance rate?

Accepted Answer

Our acceptance rate is approximately 10%. We receive around 60-80 submissions per submission round and accept 5-7 pieces for publication.

Question 4

How do I submit to HAUNTER Review?

Accepted Answer

Please see the 'SUBMIT' category at the top of the page for instructions.

Question 5

How long will it take to get a response?

Accepted Answer

Response time largely depends on the submission load and availability of our volunteer editors. We usually average between 3 to 6 weeks for decision emails to be sent out. If we foresee a longer waiting time, our Editor-in-Chief will send a follow-up email regarding your submission's editorial status and a tentative decision release date.

Question 6

How many pieces per genre are accepted?

Accepted Answer

Acceptances are proportional to the number of submissions per genre and will vary depending on the publication issue. Typically, we will publish 1-2 scripts, 2-3 poems, and 3-4 fiction pieces. Again, these numbers fluctuate with each issue.

Question 7

How many times do you publish per year?

Accepted Answer

We recently adjusted our publication schedule from our previous every-other-month routine to 4 seasonal issues per year.

Question 8

Do you accept simultaneous submissions?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we do! Please let us know that your submission is simultaneous in your cover letter (this does not affect the selection process at all; it is just something that we would like to be aware of in case you decide to withdraw for other acceptances).

Question 9

Do you have social media?

Accepted Answer

Our Instagram is @haunter_review. Feel free to drop a follow!

Question 10

Do you have an auto-rejection criteria?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Submissions that endorse racial/ethnic discrimination, LGBTQ+ discrimination, or sexual assault will be automatically rejected. Writers that repeatedly utilize these themes will be permanently banned from submitting to HAUNTER Review.

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