Pilgrimage press

Pilgrimage Press: Exploring Story, Spirit, Witness, and Place in the American Southwest

Pilgrimage Press is a literary magazine that has been dedicated to exploring story, spirit, witness, and place in and beyond the American Southwest since its founding in 1976. The magazine publishes two themed issues a year and welcomes creative nonfiction, fiction, poetry, translation, and artwork.

The American Southwest is a region of great diversity with its unique history and culture. Pilgrimage Press aims to capture this diversity by publishing works that explore the region's stories from different perspectives. The magazine's focus on story reflects its belief that stories are essential for understanding ourselves as individuals and as members of communities.

Spirituality is another important theme for Pilgrimage Press. The magazine recognizes that spirituality can take many forms beyond traditional religious practices. It seeks to publish works that explore spirituality in all its forms - from nature-based spiritualities to more traditional religious practices.

Witnessing is also an important theme for Pilgrimage Press. The magazine recognizes the importance of bearing witness to events both large and small - from personal experiences to historical events. By publishing works that bear witness to these events or experiences, Pilgrimage Press hopes to create a space where readers can engage with these stories on a deeper level.

Place is another key theme for Pilgrimage Press. The American Southwest has been shaped by its geography - from deserts to mountains - which has influenced everything from culture to history. By exploring place through literature and art, Pilgrimage Press hopes readers will gain a deeper appreciation for the region's unique character.

Pilgrimage Magazine publishes two themed issues each year: one in spring/summer (May) issue; one in fall/winter (November) issue). Each issue features work related specifically related themes such as "Water" or "Borders." Submissions are accepted throughout the year but must be received by the deadline for each issue. The magazine welcomes creative nonfiction, fiction, poetry, translation, and artwork.

Pilgrimage Press has a set of guidelines that writers and artists must follow when submitting their work. These guidelines are designed to ensure that the magazine publishes high-quality work that is in line with its mission. For example, submissions must be original works that have not been previously published elsewhere.

In addition to publishing the magazine, Pilgrimage Press also offers subscription options for readers who want to receive regular issues of the magazine. Subscriptions can be purchased online through the Pilgrimage Press website or by mail using a printable order form.

Overall, Pilgrimage Press is a literary magazine dedicated to exploring story, spirit, witness and place in and beyond the American Southwest. Its focus on these themes reflects its belief in their importance for understanding ourselves as individuals and as members of communities. By publishing works related to these themes from different perspectives - creative nonfiction, fiction poetry translation artwork - Pilgrimage Press hopes readers will gain a deeper appreciation for this unique region of America's landscape.