From Glasgow to Saturn

Issue 31 open for submissions

glasgow2saturn — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 12:13:19 +0000

Hello,

We’re delighted to announced that Issue 31 of From Glasgow to Saturn is now open for submissions!

As ever, we’re looking for the very best writing that the University of Glasgow’s students, staff and alumni have to offer.

Over the course of the current team’s editorship we’ve published a wide range of prose, poetry and essays from some of the biggest names in Scottish writing along with work by many fantastic up and coming new writers.

The work we’ve published is an indication of the incredible standards of Scottish writing at the moment and we don’t expect Issue 31 to be any different. We’re looking for writing that challenges and provokes, dazzles, shocks and above all entertains!

The closing date for submissions is 9^th June.

Prose fiction – One piece. 3,000 words is the upper limit, but we welcome much shorter pieces also. Please include a brief synopsis if you’re submitting an extract from a longer piece, such as a novel.

Poetry – You may submit up to 3 poems at a time, with a maximum total length of 120 lines.

Essays – We’re looking for lyrical essays and articles on the craft of creative writing: 1,000 words at the most.

For full details of how to submit please visit http://glasgowtosaturn.com/submit-work/

And before submitting, please familiarise yourself with the magazine by visiting http://glasgowtosaturn.com/archive/ where a full archive of all past issues is available.

Our independence themed Issue 30 is available for download at http://glasgowtosaturn.com/latest-issue/

As well as providing a platform for established writers, the magazines will also give new writers the opportunity to make their publishing debuts, and we exist to help these writers shine.

We look forward to receiving your submissions.

Shaunagh Jones | Calum Maclean | Kevin Scott

Editors

Issue 30 is now available online

glasgow2saturn — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 20:48:09 +0000

Our milestone 30th issue is now available to download.We chose the theme of independence, not because we wanted to conduct a straw poll among writers, but because the word itself means so much to so many. As you’ll see from reading this issue it is a word that can inspire as much as it can provoke. There are stories here of fraternal bonds, of men who will commit unspeakable acts to regain some semblance of independence, of those who cannot give up their independence, or those who cannot control it. There is undoubtedly a more political edge to this issue, and as a politically neutral magazine, it is a pity we saw so few submissions highlighting the perceived benefits of remaining part of the Union. That in itself tells us something of the mood of Scottish writers though.

Whatever happens to our country next year, our literature has a bright future and this issue encompasses the work of some of Scotland’s most talented writers.

We hope you enjoy the issue! It’s available to download here: http://glasgowtosaturn.com/latest-issue/

Shaunagh Jones | Calum Maclean | Kevin Scott

Editors

Issue 30 – Independence. Now open for submissions

glasgow2saturn — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 13:14:54 +0000

We’re delighted to say that we’re now accepting submissions for Issue 30 of From Glasgow to Saturn. And we can reveal that this special issue will be dedicated to the theme of ‘independence’.

Defined as “freedom from the control, influence, support, or aid of others,” it’s an important word in today’s Scotland, from politics to ethics, ideologies and the arts.

Writing itself is a largely solitary pursuit, so however you interpret the theme, we’d love to read your prose, poetry and essays on ‘independence’.

The deadline for submissions to Issue 30 is Sunday 3rd March.

For details of how to submit please visit http://glasgowtosaturn.com/submit-work/

And before submitting, please familiarise yourself with the magazine by visiting http://glasgowtosaturn.com/archive/ where a full archive of all past issues is available.

As well as providing a platform for established writers, this year’s magazines will also give new writers the opportunity to make their publishing debuts, and we exist to help these writers shine.

We look forward to receiving your submissions.

And there’s more to come this spring from From Glasgow To Saturn that we’re getting rooftop-shoutingly excited about so remember to stay tuned to our website, follow us on Twitter @Glasgow2Saturn or like our Facebook page.

Shaunagh Jones | Calum Maclean | Kevin ScottEditors

Issue 29 out now!

glasgow2saturn — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 13:20:46 +0000

Hello,

It’s almost Christmas and our gift to you is Issue 29 of From Glasgow to Saturn, which is now available for download at http://www.glasgowtosaturn.com/latest-issue.
Not only does this issue feature an extract from Rodge Glass’ forthcoming short story collection, LoveSexTravelMusik, but it showcases the truly international appeal of literature. Inside this edition you’ll find an American couple in a motel facing a difficult decision, a visitor struggling with life in Kenya, a bodyguard in Krakow anxiously awaiting the man he’s protecting, and, closer to home, multicultural perspectives are explored through an everyday bus journey.

There’s also a touch of festive sparkle in this issue’s strong collection of poetry.

So, with that in mind we wish you a very Merry Christmas!

Enjoy the issue!

Shaunagh Jones | Calum Maclean | Kevin Scott

editors

Issue 29 open for submissions

glasgow2saturn — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 12:15:06 +0000

Hello,

Issue 29 of From Glasgow to Saturn is now open for submissions! As ever, we’re looking for the very best writing that the University of Glasgow’s students, staff and alumni have to offer.

Our last issue was the first under the new editorial team. We were blown away by the standard of submissions, and we’re excited about reading more of the same. We’re looking for prose, poetry and essays that make us think, that challenge and provoke , dazzle, shock and above all entertain!

The closing date for submissions is 2^nd December.

For details of how to submit please visit http://glasgowtosaturn.com/submit-work/

And before submitting, please familiarise yourself with the magazine by visiting http://glasgowtosaturn.com/archive/ where a full archive of all past issues is available.

As well as providing a platform for established writers, this year’s magazines will also give new writers the opportunity to make their publishing debuts, and we exist to help these writers shine.

We look forward to receiving your submissions.

Shaunagh Jones | Calum Maclean |Kevin Scott
Editors
From Glasgow to Saturn
@glasgow2saturn

Issue 28 out now!

glasgow2saturn — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 12:19:19 +0000

Hello,

We’re delighted to announce that Issue 28 of From Glasgow to Saturn is now available on our website! To download the issue for free, just visit http://www.glasgowtosaturn.com/latest-issue

The issue is the first under the new editorial team of Shaunagh Jones, Calum Maclean and Kevin Scott, and has a new look. Inside you’ll find the same amazing writing From Glasgow to Saturn has become renowned for. There are tales of missing lockets and deposed planets; naïve crows and awkward chats; surreal shifts and conflicted youth. All of this and so much more.

Enjoy!

Shaunagh Jones | Calum Maclean | Kevin Scott

editors

Karen Campbell and Elizabeth Reeder among line up for From Glasgow To Saturn Reading party – 13th Sept

glasgow2saturn — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 10:58:46 +0000

Karen Campbell and Elizabeth Reeder among line up for From Glasgow To Saturn Reading party

From Glasgow To Saturn Reading Party
Thursday 13th Sept. 6.30pm
Anatomy Museum, University of Glasgow

To mark the start of the 2012/13 Creative Writing MLitt year, the university’s literary magazine From Glasgow To Saturn is hosting a reading party with some of the best current and emerging talent in the country – and they’ve all played their part in the celebrated MLitt programme.

Hosted in the university’s fantastical Anatomy Museum the free event is open to all. Readers featuring on the night include:

Karen Campbell
Scottish writer Karen Campbell is the author of five novels: The Twilight Time, After the Fire, Shadowplay and Proof of Life – all Hodder & Stoughton. Karen’s new novel This is Where I Am is published by Bloomsbury Circus in February 2013.
A graduate of Glasgow University’s Creative Writing MLitt, Karen also teaches creative writing and carries out freelance communications training.

Elizabeth Reeder
Elizabeth is a teacher of Glasgow Creative Writing MLitt and is also an extensively published writer of fiction, lyrical essays and poems. Her critically acclaimed debut novel Ramshackle was published in 2012 by Freight and the follow up Fremont will be published later this year by Kohl Publishing.

Elaine Reid
Elaine is currently a student on the university’s MFA Programme. Her work was recently performed at the inaugural Outside Thoughts literature event in Glasgow.

James Carson
James is entering the second year of the part-time MLitt course. His work has been published in a number of magazine and journals, including From Glasgow To Saturn.

…and there’s more to be unveiled.

There will also be a music performed by Jonathan Henderson.

And as if that’s not enough, there will be plenty of wine, cake and nibbles to enjoy during our networking break.

After party at The Loft on Ashton Lane from 8pm

To RSVP please see our facebook page or email fromglasgowtosaturn@glasgow.ac.uk

Reading Party

glasgow2saturn — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 18:57:49 +0000

We’re having a reading party on Thursday 13th September 2012. The event will feature readings from contributors and Creative Writing MLitt and PhD students. More details to be announced soon so watch this space! To RSVP see our Facebook page. … Continue reading →

Call for Artists

glasgow2saturn — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 21:04:19 +0000

We’re going to be featuring the best emerging artists in our upcoming issues. The editors are looking for illustrations, graphic art or photography on the theme of reality vs. the fantastic. This can be interpreted in any way. The artwork dimensions would need to be A4 size, 300 dpi.

Submissions for issue 28 are now open. This is a great opportunity to publicise your work; our website has had over 30,000 hits in total.

Send your submissions to fromglasgowtosaturn@glasgow.ac.uk

We look forward to receiving your work.

Calum Maclean | Kevin Scott | Shaunagh Jones

Issue 27 now online

glasgow2saturn — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 20:56:18 +0000

We’re delighted, if a little sad, to present our last issue as editors of From Glasgow to Saturn, as we will shortly be handing over to the new editorial team.

Here in Issue 27 you will find entertaining and thought-provoking work from the talented creative minds of James Carson, Alan Gillespie, John Horn, Cathy McSporran, Sheila Millar, Louis Pilard, Andreea Ros and Fiona Wilson. We’re also delighted to have captured a Quick View from poet and roofer William Letford. We’ll say no more by way of introduction. Just enjoy.

All that remains now is for us to say a huge thank you to all our contributors and readers, and to invite you all to please give an enthusiastic welcome to From Glasgow to Saturn‘s new editors, Kevin Scott, Calum Maclean and Shaunagh Jones, who will be announcing their plans for the autumn in due course.

Happy reading and goodbye!

Siobhan Staples | Megan Primrose | Paul Deaton