FAQ PAGE
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Who can submit their work?
Anyone is welcome to submit regardless of their affiliation with the University of Houston-Downtown.
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How many submissions can I send?
You can submit to multiple genres simultaneously, however, only once to each genre. All submissions must meet the requirements as stated on the submissions/contact page.
If you have any questions regarding submissions, please visit our submissions/contact page, or email us at: bayourevieweditor@gmail.com
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Do I get paid?
No, there is no payment for submissions, but there is also no submission fee.
We do send out a physical copy of The Bayou Review to each contributor.
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Do I still own my work after it’s published?
Rights revert to the author upon publication. Please credit The Bayou Review with first publication if the work is republished elsewhere.
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How long does it take to hear back about my submissions?
We typically respond within 4 months. ​
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Will my work get published if it includes explicit or sensitive content?
The Bayou Review works under the guidelines of the University of Houston-Downtown, therefore there is certain language and content that is not allowed. Although we promote artistic creativity, work that is hateful or praises abuse, violence, or discrimination cannot be published. If there are minor changes that can make the work acceptable, our team will contact you with suggested edits.
What if I don’t approve the edits?
The Bayou Review works to present the best version of the magazine for all the contributors involved. If edits are not approved, your work may not be published by The Bayou Review.

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