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Frequently Asked Questions
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When are your reading periods? |
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Our annual reading period is August 15th to November 30th. We also accept submissions for our Annual Michael Steinberg Essay Prize between January 5th and February 28th. |
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Do you accept submissions outside the reading periods? |
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No. We will not consider submissions received outside of our reading periods. If you wish to have your manuscript returned to you, please provide a 9” x 12” SASE (Self Addressed Stamped Envelope) |
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Do you accept multiple submissions? |
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Multiple submissions not accepted from individual authors for our annual reading period. The Michael Steinberg Essay Prize does accept multiple submissions. |
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What about simultaneous submissions? |
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We do accept simultaneous submissions. Please notify the Fourth Genre staff immediately if the work under consideration has been accepted elsewhere. |
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What is the length requirement? |
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Essay submissions should not exceed 8,000 words. Submissions to the Michael Steinberg Essay Prize should not exceed 6,000 words. Longer submissions will not be read. |
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May I submit online or via email? |
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No, we only accept hard copy submissions. All electronic submissions will be disregarded. You may send submissions to:
Fourth Genre
235 Bessey Hall
Department Writing, Rhetoric, & American Cultures
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 48824-1036
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What else should I send with my manuscript? |
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Please send the following:
- Your manuscript, typed and double-spaced, on one side of 8.5” x 11” paper.
- A letter-sized SASE. This is necessary if you wish to receive a response about your submission. If you wish to have your manuscript sent back to you, also send a 9” x 12” SASE with correct postage.
- A cover letter with all of your correct contact information, including: your name, address, phone number, email, piece’s title, and approximate word count.
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What is the best way to contact the Fourth Genre staff if I have a question? |
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For further information about general submissions, you may email the Fourth Genre office at genre4@msu.edu. |
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