“What would happen if one woman told the truth about her life? The world would split open.”
— Muriel Rukeyser
The Story Circle Journal is a quarterly, members-only digital magazine published in March, June, September, and December. Written by and for women with stories to tell, it is designed to encourage readers to become writers, guide women to set down their true stories, support women’s creativity, and make possible the sharing of women’s lives. Each issue includes ideas for writing chapters of your life’s story, reviews of helpful books, readers’ writings, news about SCN activities, and a calendar of coming events.
Within the Journal, we publish “True Words,” our members’ lifewriting contributions of poetry and prose—pieces that tell a brief story and express feelings in each woman’s own true voice. This section is organized around a particular theme in each issue. Upcoming theme:
September 2026: Time Travel (deadline July 15)
We also invite non-theme writing—any topic is acceptable.
Other items included in our Journals:
- inspiring and informative columns covering effective writing techniques
- information about current and upcoming online writing classes/webinars
- reviews of books by, for, and about women
- news regarding on our annual conference and international writing trip
- updates on SCN’s various writing competitions and publication opportunities
The Story Circle Journal connects members with a growing network of women committed to exploring and enriching their lives through writing and sharing. Read a sample issue.
To read or be published in our Journal, join us.
