The Baker Street Journal
Description
The BSJ is published by the Baker Street Irregulars as an irregular journal for the entire Sherlockian community. We welcome new voices, as well as familiar ones, whether playing the Game or writing from a Doylean perspective.
Market Types, Lengths & Pay Scale
Essay
We want essays that are:
Not previously published
Interesting and accessible
Of wide interest, although not every essay needs to appeal to every reader
Innovative as to topic, insights, or approach, while in the historic spirit of the BSJ
Well researched, where appropriate
Well written, but not overwritten
Fun, without being frivolous
Not previously published
Interesting and accessible
Of wide interest, although not every essay needs to appeal to every reader
Innovative as to topic, insights, or approach, while in the historic spirit of the BSJ
Well researched, where appropriate
Well written, but not overwritten
Fun, without being frivolous
Originals
0 to 40000 words
Non-Paying
Market Submission Types
AI Submissions?: Unknown Policy
Electronic Submissions?: Yes
Postal Submissions?: No
Multiple Submissions?: No
Simultaneous Submissions?: No
Translations: Original Language Only
Electronic Submissions?: Yes
Postal Submissions?: No
Multiple Submissions?: No
Simultaneous Submissions?: No
Translations: Original Language Only
Market-Provided Data
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Listing added: 2 January 2026
Last officially checked: 2 January 2026