Description
Their mission is to bridge divides within the literary world: “Root Smoke brings together genre writers, literary writers, visual artists and more within a single threaded and intentional community.” They also aim to showcase both emerging and established authors, and to nurture “connection, reflection, and creative exchange.”
In general, Root Smoke is looking for memorable writing with emotional resonance and “clarity balanced with mystery”.
In general, Root Smoke is looking for memorable writing with emotional resonance and “clarity balanced with mystery”.
Market Types, Lengths & Pay Scale
General
creative nonfiction
Originals
0 to 6000 words
Non-Paying
Review
book reviews
Originals
0 to 40000 words
Non-Paying
Interview
Originals
0 to 40000 words
Non-Paying
Market Submission Types
AI Submissions?: Not Allowed
Electronic Submissions?: Yes
Postal Submissions?: No
Multiple Submissions?: Yes
Simultaneous Submissions?: Yes
Translations: Original Language Only
Electronic Submissions?: Yes
Postal Submissions?: No
Multiple Submissions?: Yes
Simultaneous Submissions?: Yes
Translations: Original Language Only
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Listing added: 28 January 2026
Last officially checked: 28 January 2026