PHARE, an old English word for lighthouse or beacon to guide seafarers, is a UK based literary magazine which true to its name, shines a light on exceptional writing from around the world.
As well as showcasing creative works of new fiction, poetry and creative non-fiction, we provide writing resources: an online writers’ forum, live online and traditional workshops, masterclasses and retreats.
What we're looking for
Please read an issue of The Phare to get an idea of the type of work we publish. We like reading words that hold a mirror up to ourselves – something that reflects the truth of being human.
We provide a platform for your writing and help promote your work through our 60 second pitch, Let's Listen and social media. Sadly at this time we are unable to pay for published work, but this is something we are hoping to change in the near future.
PHARE, an old English word for lighthouse or beacon to guide seafarers, is a UK based literary magazine which true to its name, shines a light on exceptional writing from around the world.
As well as showcasing creative works of new fiction, poetry and creative non-fiction, we provide writing resources: an online writers’ forum, live online and traditional workshops, masterclasses and retreats.
What we're looking for
Please read an issue of The Phare to get an idea of the type of work we publish. We like reading words that hold a mirror up to ourselves – something that reflects the truth of being human.
We provide a platform for your writing and help promote your work through our 60 second pitch, Let's Listen and social media. Sadly at this time we are unable to pay for published work, but this is something we are hoping to change in the near future.
A global platform
The blue and green areas on the map shows you the extent of our readership - we are read all over the world. Most concentrated coverage is in green. We attract more unique visitors than 94% of other books & literature sites worldwide.
What makes us different?
Supporting each other makes us better writers. Our writing workshops and retreats give members of The Phare community the opportunity to bounce ideas off each other, discuss pieces that aren't quite working and use each other, and the skills and experience of our visiting authors and editors to improve your craft.
Join our community
Find out about our writing workshops and other activities through our updates - you'll need to become a member of The Phare community, but all we ask for is your name and email address.