Italiks

- About -

Italiks is committed to showcasing quality work from writers of all genres, styles, and backgrounds.

We welcome creativity in all its forms, whether it's fiction, poetry, essays, or something entirely experimental - if it's your best, we want to see it.

We believe in a writer-first approach, meaning Italiks will never charge fees for submissions, nor do we solicit stories from established authors. We prioritize fast response times and clear, direct communication with our writers, ensuring every voice is heard. While we operate on a limited budget, our mission is to continually increase our impact, including offering better compensation for our contributors as we grow.

Italiks is dedicated to publishing great work using an accessible platform, and hope writers will be part of a growing literary community. 

- Editorial Board -

Editor

Joseph Hoft

Associate Editor

Alexandra Low

- About Us -

Joseph Hoft is an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology at East Carolina University. He earned his PhD in Criminology & Law from University of Florida, and his research focuses on false guilt. When not immersed in academic work, he enjoys writing fiction. 

Alexandra Low is an incoming freshman at Florida Polytechnic University where she plans to earn a bachelors in engineering. Her favorite hobbies include character creation, world-building, and playing videogames. She also has a great appreciation for the arts, and loves to look at the deeper meaning behind works.

- Contact Us -

At this time, we only accept submissions via email. Please see the Submissions page for detailed guidelines.

For any questions, comments, or concerns, feel free to reach out to editor@italiks.com. We'll respond as quickly as possible.