Essay & Narrative Submission Policy

The essay and narrative section of The Trumpeter invites works of both fiction (short stories) and nonfiction (personal essays, narrative or hybrid nonfictions) that enact, embody and/or reflect on human relations to the natural world. We are especially interested in works whose form is integral to and develops their ecosophical content; in works that demonstrate innovative, narrative engagements with ecological science, philosophy, and natural history; and in works that engage respectfully with non-Eurocentric traditions of ecological knowledge.

Submissions to this section should normally be between 3,000 and 5,000 words but shorter works may also be considered (e.g., a series of flash fictions or nonfictions). We encourage, except where absolutely necessary, minimal use of notes and citations. Full requirements for manuscript formatting and layout can be found here: https://trumpeter.athabascau.ca/index.php/trumpet/about/submissions

Submissions to this section are not peer-reviewed and do not require abstracts. The section editors will evaluate works in terms of the quality of both form and content. Authors should: 1) look at previous issues to get a sense of what we're keen on publishing; 2) expect to revise in response to editorial advice before final acceptance; and 3) notify the section editors if the submission is accepted for publication elsewhere and withdraw it.