The Poetry Kit

Poetry Magazines in Europe (English or English-language content)

A practical Poetry Kit directory of active magazines and journals that publish poetry. Always check the magazine's current guidelines before submitting, as reading periods and requirements can change.

Directory reviewed: 5 October 2026; AROUND listing added: 27 October 2026

AROUND — BulgariaIndependent international English-language online magazine publishing poetry, short prose, photography and visual art. Launched in October 2026, with monthly issues planned. Accepts international submissions through its website; a submission fee applies, and contributors retain copyright. Check current guidelines and fees before submitting.
Poetry Ireland Review — IrelandPublished three times a year; welcomes unsolicited poetry from Ireland and abroad in Irish or English during announced reading windows.
The Stinging Fly — IrelandHighly regarded Irish literary magazine publishing poetry, fiction, essays and translation; uses periodic submission windows.
Cyphers — IrelandIrish literary magazine publishing poetry, fiction, reviews and art.
The Moth — IrelandIndependent Irish arts and literature magazine publishing poetry and prose.
Amsterdam Quarterly — NetherlandsEnglish-language literary journal with set quarterly reading periods; poetry may be up to two A4 pages.
Writer’s Block — NetherlandsAmsterdam-based print and online literary magazine publishing poetry, short fiction and essays, with an emphasis on new voices.
berlin lit — GermanyBerlin-based English-language poetry journal; periodic calls, open internationally, and pays contributors.
The Berlin Literary Review — GermanyEnglish-language online literary review accepting poetry, fiction and nonfiction; pays a small honorarium.
Poetry Salzburg Review — AustriaEnglish-language poetry journal associated with Salzburg, publishing poetry, interviews, essays and reviews.
Paris Lit Up — FranceInternational Paris writing community with magazine and literary activities in English.
The Black Herald — France/UKIndependent literary magazine and press with French and English connections, publishing poetry and prose.
Europe Poetry MagazineEnglish-language poetry outlet for poets connected with Europe; publishes original poetry through scheduled submission periods.
The Stockholm Review of Literature — SwedenEnglish-language literary journal based in Stockholm, publishing poetry and prose.
Trafika EuropeEuropean literary platform presenting writing and translation from across Europe in English.