Chicago Review of Books Pitch first

Last checked 18 Oct 2026 (0 days ago) · Outlet page read directly

Status: Pitch first You must pitch before writing; finished drafts are not wanted or are secondary.
Pay (as published): $25 reviews and interviews; $75 features
From the outlet's own page
Word count: Reviews 600-800; interviews 1,200-1,500
Region: US / global
Links: Pitch guidelines (outlet) · Outlet homepage

Pitch notes

Pitch reviews/interviews ~2 months before book pub date. Prefers small press, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, Midwestern, translated titles. Cannot reply to every pitch.

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