Call For Submissions
Critica is an inclusive publishing platform for reflection and conversation on issues relevant to psychoanalysis in the contemporary cultural, social, political, artistic, and scientific milieu. Critica invites submissions in a variety of formats, including papers, essays, reviews (books, films, music, and art), interviews, commentaries, poetry, photography, and visual art.
Use the link below to send us your submission:
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We welcome submissions:
Psychoanalytic Essays and Literary Art: essays, memoirs, papers, reviews in English, max 1500-2000 words; poetry and short stories in written, video, and/or mixed media formats
Reviews (books, film, music, and art), interviews, and commentaries
Visual Art: paintings and photographs
Our guidelines for submissions are:
Visual Art – The images submitted should be at least 1700px by 1700px (pixels) and have sufficient light (not too dark or too bright). Please include a Word document with the following information: (1) your name, degree, address, and email for publication; (2) a short 2-3 sentence bio; and (3) the title, year, edition, and medium of the works to be reviewed.
Literary Art and Psychoanalytic Essays – Submissions should be submitted on a Word document with the following information: (1) your name, degree, address, and email for publication; (2) a short 2-3 sentence bio; (3) the works to be reviewed.
Please note:
- A maximum of five poems or artworks, or one essay per person.
- Papers should not include clinical material and have no more than 5-6 references in IPA style.
- We do not consider previously published works or works under review at other publications.
- Authors are responsible for the organization, clarity, conciseness, and all statements in their work, as well as obtaining permission from copyright owners. – All manuscripts will be reviewed, and a notification of acceptance, revision, or rejection will be sent.
Deadlines for submission:
Spring Issue: March 30, 2026
Fall Issue: September 30, 2026
Questions? Email us at submissions@critica.press