NONFICTION: DUNIA welcomes original nonfiction from both published and emerging writers. Submissions may take the form of opinion pieces, how-to or advice articles, personal essays, inspirational or humorous pieces, investigative articles, or introductions to new products.
The preferred length is 500–2,000 words. Longer submissions of more than 2,500 words, but no more than 7,500 words, are more likely to be considered for publication in the DUNIA print magazine.
All nonfiction submissions MUST be original and unpublished. DUNIA does not accept nonfiction articles that have been published elsewhere.
FICTION: DUNIA seeks compelling fiction and poetry from both established and emerging writers around the world. In keeping with our multicultural vision, we welcome literary works that transcend cultural boundaries and explore experiences that readers from diverse backgrounds can connect with.
We particularly favor short literary fiction of 500–2,000 words that explores meaningful aspects of the human condition. We are less interested in genre fiction and more drawn to stories that resonate emotionally, challenge perspectives, and have the potential to leave readers changed in some way.
POETRY: Poetry submissions should be no more than 50 lines and should be character-driven. We especially welcome free verse that is accessible, engaging, and capable of connecting with a broad audience.
Writers may submit up to five poems in a single document, either as an attachment or pasted directly into the submission email.
SIMULTANEOUS SUBMISSIONS
Simultaneous submissions are acceptable for fiction only. If a work is accepted elsewhere while it is under consideration by DUNIA, please notify us and indicate where the work has been accepted.
IMAGES: DUNIA welcomes submissions of photography and visual art, particularly images that capture cultural and societal realities, nature and landscapes, fashion, beauty and style, and everyday life.
Selected photographs and artworks may be featured online or in the DUNIA print magazine. All image submissions should include relevant background information, credits, and attributions where applicable.
HOW TO SUBMIT
Submissions should be sent by email. Written work may be submitted as a DOC or DOCX attachment, while images should be submitted in JPG or PNG format.
In the email subject line, please indicate the type of submission followed by the author’s name. For example:
Submission: Article — [Author’s Name]
Submission: Fiction — [Author’s Name]
Submission: Poetry — [Author’s Name]
Please include a brief third-person biography of no more than three lines in your cover letter or body of your email. The cover letter or your email should also include your contact information.
At this time, DUNIA does not offer financial compensation to contributors.
Copyright remains with the author for reprints. Authors are responsible for ensuring that all submitted work is original and does not infringe upon the rights of others.
>> Email submissions to: [email protected]