FIFTY GEORGE SQUARE

A journal that sprung from the Masters course in Creative Writing at University of Edinburgh. A place for poetry, prose, and any writing that fits the creative writing theme. Anyone can submit. – Naomi Morris, Editor-in-Chief.

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Our Story

The University of Edinburgh’s motto is that it has been influencing the world since 1583. Its Edinburgh Review was initiated in 1755 and is still in publication. And, as part of the Creative Writing programme, the University publishes From Arthur’s Seat, a print anthology of prose and poetry by postgrad students. It might seem, then, that when a group of students gathered at George Square to discuss forming a new journal, that yet another publication would have little value to add.

But, in the Autumn of 2016, 50GS was founded to do just that: to complement existing publications by offering a platform beyond print and celebrating digital expression. The first issue was published in February 2017 with prose, poetry, and artwork by new and emerging artists, including the winners of a 140-character story competition. Of course, as with any new publication, the first issue was largely about building a presence – and word certainly got out, making our launch a sold-out event at the University’s Festival of Creative Learning. And that was just the beginning. As each new class of editors takes over in the years to come, we look forward to seeing how the 50GS platform grows and develops, and to the talented new writers and artists, with ever-innovative ways of expressing themselves, it will undoubtedly discover.

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Submissions

Fiction

Length and format: maximum 2000 words. Font size 12, double spaced, specify genre in email. Please attach your submission as a Microsoft Word compatible document AND paste the text into the body of the email.

We are happy to accept longer submissions but selected work will be published in instalments of 2,000 words.

Poetry

Length and format: 1-3 poems. Font size 12, double spaced. Please attach your submission as a Microsoft Word compatible document AND paste the text into the body of the email.

Features

Creative non-fiction pieces (personal essays, journal articles, research papers, memoir).

We are looking for raw, honest stories that are well told.

Length and format: 1500-2000 words. Font size 12, double spaced. Please attach your submission as a Microsoft Word compatible document AND paste the text into the body of the email.

Visual Art

Art and/or illustration submissions are welcome for use in the header. Please ensure the image width is at least 1400px and it is high quality.

Please ensure your submission is accompanied by an author bio (about 2-3 sentences). You’re welcome to submit a photograph along with the bio, but this isn’t necessary.

Send submissions to: 50gsmag@gmail.com with the section (Fiction/Poetry/Features/Art) as the subject.