Fresh-Cut Lit & More
Philadelphia's International Literary Magazine
Since 2013
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READ FROM OUR ARCHIVE
Cleaver is celebrating 11 years of quarterly publishing. Flip through our library.
EXCHANGE WRITING TIPS
Includes tips on writing, revision, craft, and the writing life from staff, contributors, and readers.
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EXPLORE OUR REVIEWS
Cleaver reviewers present the most exciting literary work from around the globe.
EXPLORE OUR INTERVIEWS
Browse excerpts from Cleaver’s latest interviews of authors and translators.
Browse our Flash
SEE OUR CRAFT ESSAYS
Cleaver publishes craft essays on writerly topics. Contact the editors to propose one.
PHILADELPHIA PROUD
Cleaver Magazine showcases local literary work by many Philadelphia-based writers and artists.
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SUPPORTING EMERGING ARTISTS
Cleaver is proud to present emerging writers alongside established authors.
INTRODUCING: STORY SEEK
Part immersive theater, video game, and poetry slam, Story Seek pays homage to Philadelphia.
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LOOK INTO OPPORTUNITIES
Are you a literary tastemaker? Cleaver offers opportunities for reviewers, editors, and interns.
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SUBMIT YOUR WORK
Submit to Cleaver’s quarterly literary magazine. We read submissions on a rolling basis through our submittable portal.