The idea for Borealis – Northern Notes sprung out of an abiding love affair with Nordic/Northern literature, and a passionate interest in creative translation. Although a large portion of the journal will be dedicated to the promotion of new and exciting translations from the Nordic languages into English, we also seek to encourage creative writing connected to or touched by the Northern realms.

For our inaugural issue we invite creative submissions on the theme of Place. In this issue we are concerned with mapping the peculiar traits of the Northern regions. Texts where the locale, flora and fauna, mythology or environmental issues are at the forefront, or are important components of the fabric of your piece.

Prose, poetry, essay or creative non-fiction: all are equally welcome.

See our guidelines at: www.egj.name/borealis/