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The Atlantic (Fiction)

Literary Magazine · Founded 1857
A-

Excellent (A-) — Imprimatur Grade

The Atlantic (Fiction) is one of the longest-tenured English-language fiction-publishing magazines. Reduced fiction frequency post-2005 (now occasional). When published, strong prestige + reach.

88
Composite / 100
/ Subscore Breakdown · 5 Dimensions

Where this grade comes from.

Author Treatment
A-
Editorial Quality
A-
Sales / Distribution Reach
A
Adaptation Track Record
B
Rights Posture
A-
/ Key Events & Disclosures

Timeline & positioning.

  • Founded 1857
  • Reduced fiction frequency post-2005
  • Atlantic Monthly Group
  • Occasional fiction publishing

/ Best for

Prestige short fiction publication when published; less frequent venue than New Yorker.

/ Watch out for

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