In this episode, we talk with Jackdaw Review founding editor Anna DiMartino about how to start a lit mag from scratch. We dig into naming your literary magazine, defining a clear editorial mission, choosing platforms and submission policies, handling fees and unpaid labor, and building a sustainable readership without burning out. If you’ve ever dreamed of launching your own online poetry journal or print literary magazine, this episode is your practical guide to getting started.

At the Table:

Katie Dozier

Timothy Green

Anna DiMartino

Joe Barca