Cincinnati Review

Established in September 2003, The Cincinnati Review draws together within its pages the finest creative and critical work from across the country. We provide a venue for writers of any background, at any point in their literary careers, to showcase their best writing. Each issue also features a portfolio of artwork from a local or national artist.

Prose rejections

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Dear Writer:

Thank you for the opportunity to consider your work. We've read it with care but have decided not to accept it for publication. Best of luck placing it elsewhere.

Sincerely,

The Editors of Cincinnati Review

Higher Tier(?)

Dear Xxx:

Thanks for sending us your work. We didn't feel it was quite right for us, but we hope you'll try us again.

Sincerely,

The Editors of The Cincinnati Review

Higher Tier

Dear Xxx:

Thanks for sending us your work. We were impressed by your submission and hope you'll send something else.

Sincerely,

The Editors of The Cincinnati Review

Poetry rejections

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