Riddle Fence is a Newfoundland and Labrador-based journal of arts and culture, published four times yearly.

For creative nonfiction we're seeking work with a taut narrative drive, emotional resonance, and thoughtful explorations that grapple with a theme. The grappling is key. Tension is non-negotiable, as is strong prose. For examples, please read Andreae Callanan's "All the ghosts a voice can summon" and Bushra Junaid's "On Hosting." 

PRACTICAL GUIDELINES TO AVOID REJECTION: 

Please submit your work as a .doc or .docx file. All other formats will be rejected.

Double-space.

Make sure your name, title, and word count appear on every page of your submission.

Shorter essays are more likely to be published.  

Our suggested maximum word count is 3,000 words. Occasionally a complex and brilliant piece will demand more words but that is extremely rare.

A FEW OTHER GUIDELINES:     The CNF Editor appreciates a brief cover letter, especially if it includes the word count.    Riddle Fence accepts simultaneous submissions, but you MUST inform us immediately if your work has been accepted elsewhere.

Our free submissions window is open from February 1-March 31, 2025. (You can submit all year with a discounted subscription.)

Be patient. We receive many submissions and read them all with care. It may take up to 6 months for a response.