call for Submissions!
For our October 2026 issue!
Theme: As queer people, we’ve had to face fear throughout our lives. Many of us have used this to our advantage by learning how to face fears from young ages (maybe that’s why the LGBTQ+ communities connects with horror movies so much?).
For this issue we’re presenting art that focuses on fear in a positive light.
Let’s get creative with it!
-How does facing anxieties lead to queer joy?
-How has fear given us the tools to cope with life?
-How can we use what we’re afraid of as motivation?
Hello! Queer World is a digital queer magazine that showcases LGBTQ+ writers, artists, events, and businesses from all around the world!
All submissions must be original and unpublished. You do not have to be located in the US to submit. We encourage people from around the world to send us your work!
For all submissions: We aim to provide feedback within 4 weeks. By submitting, you’re accepting that your work will be proofread and edited before publication. Full credit and links to your social media accounts or website will be included.
Submission Guidelines
Writing
Send an article pitch or full draft (300 – 750 words). Give us your thoughts on current events, favorite queer places, date ideas, book reviews, top-10 lists, or anything else queer related!
We accept all genres and formats including poetry, fiction, non-fiction, and hybrid.
{NOTE} You do not have to be an expert writer. You just have to have something meaningful to say!
Space is limited in our magazine, but we have plenty of room in our Queer Around the World blog. Please use the same submission form for blog submissions.
Photography/Art
Send your queer-related photography/art. 1920 x 1080 px (works best).
Advertisements
We proudly highlight queer artists, small businesses, and LGBTQ+ events from anywhere in the world. There is no charge for advertising with us. Please provide 3 – 5 images (1920 x 1080 px works best) and a brief bio.
Hello! Queer World is a non-profit digital magazine, so it does not pay. We are happy to be used as professional references and to help build your writing/art portfolio.
The queer community is strongest when we have real, personal connections with each other. Hello! Queer World does not accept anything AI generated.