About Us
Quail Bell Magazine is a multimedia arts and culture publication for real and unreal stories from around the world. We have a special love for the imaginary, nostalgic, and otherworldly. Our go-to spell? Art + Ideas = Magic. Headquartered in New York City, Quail Bell unites contributors and audiences from around globe. Quail Bell was founded by multi-hyphenate Christine Stoddard, named one of Brooklyn Magazine's Top 50 Most Fascinating People. Here's our crew...
The Quail Bell Crew is a team of fairy punks who are citizens of the world. We publish work that values and critiques issues in the arts, history, folklore, and oddities not always carefully examined by mainstream magazines. Our bent may be the imaginary, the nostalgic, and the otherworldly, but we are forward-thinking and socially engaged. We care deeply about personal narratives, diverse voices, and expanded notions of creative expression. In all that we do, the Quail Bell Crew encourages original thought, open dialogue and community-building through exploration of The Real and The Unreal.
As a woman-run publication of intersectional feminists and womanists*, we strive to publish work that not only challenges readers, but lets them enjoy some sparkle, too. Our aims are not purely literary or journalistic but somewhere in that magical between. In the acts of writing, making, and sharing, we dream of possibilities together.
*We happily publish the work of men and non-binary writers and artists, but all work must respect our goal of achieving equity for women in society. This means honoring the dignity of women—in real life and in fiction. Misogynistic submissions will not be tolerated.
As a woman-run publication of intersectional feminists and womanists*, we strive to publish work that not only challenges readers, but lets them enjoy some sparkle, too. Our aims are not purely literary or journalistic but somewhere in that magical between. In the acts of writing, making, and sharing, we dream of possibilities together.
*We happily publish the work of men and non-binary writers and artists, but all work must respect our goal of achieving equity for women in society. This means honoring the dignity of women—in real life and in fiction. Misogynistic submissions will not be tolerated.
Have something that you think might be a good fit? We consider submissions year-round and are always seeking a little sparkle. Submit here.
The Quail Bell Crew also produces books, films, a podcast, and more. Check out our parent company website to find out more.
Quail Bell was founded by Brooklyn-based artist and writer Christine Stoddard. Christine built the website, led print projects, and held art and fashion shows all in the name of Quail Bell while an undergraduate at VCUarts in Richmond, Virginia. Many of Quail Bell's earliest editors and contributors, such as Josephine Stone (R.I.P. 2011), were also VCU students. After moving to Alexandria, Virginia, Christine ran Quail Bell with Kristen Rebelo and Deniz Ataman.
In 2016, Christine moved to Brooklyn, but maintained strong ties to the Old Dominion. Today she runs the site with executive editor Gretchen Gales, a VCU alumna and fellow Virginia native. Quail Bell is proud to call both New York City and Virginia home, and continues to welcomes contributors from around the world. Read about our current team.
In 2016, Christine moved to Brooklyn, but maintained strong ties to the Old Dominion. Today she runs the site with executive editor Gretchen Gales, a VCU alumna and fellow Virginia native. Quail Bell is proud to call both New York City and Virginia home, and continues to welcomes contributors from around the world. Read about our current team.
We're often asked about the origin of our quirky name. The name Quail Bell comes from a fairy tale that founder Christine Stoddard wrote as an undergraduate at VCUarts in Richmond, Virginia.
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As a proud intersectional feminist publication, we have mentions in a wide variety of progressive (and downright cool) places. Interested in featuring Quail Bell? Contact us! We are happy to discuss press opportunities.
Quail Bell Magazine launched a brand spankin' new design in 2019. But, don't worry, we preserved our old content. View our archived content here.
Quail Bell Magazine is run by volunteers. We appreciate donations and are always looking for sponsorship opportunities. Contact us to find out more about our Affiliates blog, Sloan Noir blog, and more. You can buy our books, shop in our Amazon store, and buy work directly from our Society6 shop.
We want Quail Bell to be a safe space. Read our legal guidelines here.
Quail Bell Press & Productions is the parent company of Quail Bell Magazine. The company publishes books, produces films, and creates and distributes other creative projects and content. Find out more...