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Our Annual Poetry Contest is open for entries from now until February 28. See details HERE.

The Fall 2025 issue of 3rd Wednesday is now available as a free download (visit the free issues page) and on sale in print at Amazon.

Thriving for 18 years! 3rd Wednesday is an independent journal showcasing the best in literary and visual arts. We review submissions anonymously, valuing creativity over experience. Our past issues feature established voices like Ted Kooser, Ron Koertge, Dan Gerber and Marge Piercy alongside exciting new talent.

Experience 3rd Wednesday your way!

• Free digital issues: Download past issues to discover diverse voices.
• Print subscriptions: Get notified when new issues hit shelves (and receive a copy if you’re in the US).
• Single copies: Find them at a great price on Amazon.com.
• Submit your work: We accept poetry and prose through Submittable (free registration!). Read our guidelines before submitting (link at the bottom of each page).

Hear and see our authors recorded live! Visit our YouTube channel for readings by 3rd Wednesday contributors.