The New Cornwall Review

About

The New Cornwall Review is a literary journal operating out of Falmouth University’s School of Writing & Journalism. We publish contemporary writing that is diverse, energised, and resonant from across the world.

Submission guidelines

  • The deadline for submissions is midnight 22nd November 2026
  • Please send work by email to NCR@falmouth.ac.uk
  • Please use subject title: ‘Submission: [Title] [Form (ie poetry, fiction, non-fiction)]’

What we’re looking for

  • We accept poetry, fiction, and creative non-fiction
    • We publish across all genres provided the work is literary and grounded
  • Prose submissions should be no longer than 5000 words
    • If submitting flash prose, you may submit up to three pieces
  • Poetry submissions should be no longer than 5 pages

Submission formatting

  • Work should be sent in .docx format. 
  • If formatting is important and complicated, please also attach a PDF
    Submissions should be in English
  • Submissions should be double spaced and set in a neutral font with 12pt. size
  • Please include a short cover letter that includes a maximum 50-word, third-person biography

General Info

  • Simultaneous submissions are permitted; just let us know if your work gets accepted elsewhere 
  • Submissions to the New Cornwall Review are free
  • Accepted authors will receive a copy of the journal
  • Previously published work is not accepted
  • AI-generated and AI-assisted work is not accepted
  • Contributors who were students, staff, or administrators of Falmouth University within the last three years are ineligible 
  • We will not be able to provide feedback for unsuccessful submissions
  • If you have any questions, please email the team at ncr@falmouth.ac.uk