Day One

"With so many things competing for your attention in this increasingly digital world, it can be tough to figure out what to read next—especially if you are looking for fresh voices and new perspectives. That’s why we created Day One, a literary journal dedicated to short fiction from debut writers, English translations of stories from around the world, and poetry. Day One showcases just one writer and poet each week, with issues delivered directly to Kindles or Kindle reading apps. Each issue of Day One includes a letter from the editor, as well as occasional bonus content such as playlists, illustrations, or brief interviews with the authors."

Prose & Poetry Rejections

Standard

2016

Dear [writer's name],

Thanks so much for submitting to Day One! I really appreciate your support and interest, as well as your patience while I considered your work. Unfortunately, I’m going to pass on this story, but I wish you the best with your writing and hope you’ll think of us in the future. Thanks again for submitting!

All my best, Morgan Parker Editor, Day One

Higher tier

Dear —,

Thanks so much for submitting to Day One! I really appreciate your support and interest, as well as your patience while I considered your work. Unfortunately, I’m going to pass on this particular story, but I really enjoyed reading it, and I encourage you to send more work our way in the future!

All my best, and I hope to hear from you soon, Morgan Parker Editor, Day One