Please note: We are not accepting submissions at this time.

The San Franciscan publishes two print issues per year featuring work from a diverse group of local artists and writers. Our magazine celebrates the unique and diverse subcultures of San Francisco and the Bay Area. Please browse our website and read past issues to get a feel for the breadth and depth of our publication.

We value unique perspectives and welcome contributors of all backgrounds. We consider lived experience to be an asset to journalists writing about communities in the Bay Area. We especially welcome submissions from BIPOC and LGBTQ writers.

While contributors do not need to be current residents of San Francisco, we are looking for authors with a strong connection to the Bay Area. Reach out with any questions: info@thesanfranciscanmagazine.com

Please note: We are not accepting pitches at this time.

The San Franciscan publishes literary journalism including short- and long-form reported pieces, reviews featuring cultural commentary or critique, profiles, data visualizations, and more. We have very limited space for personal essays and prefer essays that include a reported angle. Nonfiction pitches should clearly describe the author’s idea, unique angle, and connection to the topic. Full submissions are welcome, but one- to two-paragraph pitches are preferred. Review past issues for guidance on style and tone.

Email pitches and nonfiction submissions to: submissions@thesanfranciscanmagazine.com. Please include a short bio (50 words or fewer) and 1-2 clips of previously published work.

Please note: We are not accepting submissions at this time.

The San Franciscan publishes one short fiction piece per issue. Excerpts of longer works are accepted. Please limit submissions to 4000 words. We encourage locally themed submissions. Email fiction submissions to: submissions@thesanfranciscanmagazine.com. We accept rolling submissions for fiction. 

Please note: We are not accepting submissions at this time.

The San Franciscan publishes up to three flash fiction stories per issue. We encourage locally themed submissions. We publish writers with a strong connection to San Francisco and the Bay Area. We would especially like to read submissions from BIPOC and LGBTQ writers.

Send your story in the body of an email to: flashfiction@thesanfranciscanmagazine.com. Include your name and contact information. No attachments please. Please limit submissions to 200 words. Write the story’s title and word count in the subject line.  Include your name and contact info with your story. If selected, we will request a bio.