Editorial Mission
Sunday Theory publishes emotionally intelligent writing exploring:
- culture
- modern identity
- technology
- mental health
- media
- internet psychology
- emotional survival
- overstimulation
- loneliness
- addiction
- relationships
- politics of modern life
We prioritize:
- depth over virality
- honesty over performance
- atmosphere over clickbait
What We Publish
Essays
- long-form cultural criticism
- literary essays
- personal essays
- philosophical reflections
- media analysis
Preferred length:
1,500–6,000 words
Fiction
- literary fiction
- speculative fiction
- surrealism
- psychological narratives
Preferred length:
1,000–5,000 words
Short Form
For Notes From the Void:
- prose fragments
- poetic observations
- emotional commentary
Preferred length:
50–500 words
Voice & Tone
We gravitate toward work that feels:
- emotionally honest
- culturally observant
- psychologically aware
- literary but accessible
- atmospheric
- intellectually curious
Avoid:
- influencer-style listicles
- excessive self-branding
- overly corporate writing
- shallow trend reporting
Visual Aesthetic Preferences
We welcome:
- film photography
- cinematic imagery
- collage work
- experimental visuals
- muted color palettes
- conceptual editorial art
Submission Guidelines
Accepted Formats
- Google Docs
- Word documents
- PDFs
Simultaneous Submissions
Allowed, but notify us immediately if accepted elsewhere.
Rights
Contributors retain ownership of their work while granting Sunday Theory first digital publication rights.
Contributor Bio Guidelines
Please include:
- short bio (50–100 words)
- pronouns (optional)
- website/social links (optional)
Sunday Theory exists for writing that lingers after the screen goes dark.