Tangible Literature
The Parliament Literary Journal produces print editions for readers who cherish the weight of a physical book — ink on paper, a cover to hold, pages to turn. Each print issue mirrors the online edition, gathering poetry, fiction, and visual art from contributors around the world into a collectible volume.
Whether you're a longtime subscriber to literary quarterlies or simply someone who loves discovering new voices away from a screen, our print issues offer a quiet, lasting way to experience the work we publish.
What's Inside
Poetry & Prose
Original poems and short fiction from emerging and established writers, selected for their craft and emotional resonance.
Visual Art
Each issue features artwork from contributing visual artists — paintings, drawings, and photography that complement the written pieces.
Curated Themes
Past issues have explored themes such as "Ecstasy and Despair," bringing together work that speaks in conversation across genres.
How to Get a Copy
Print issues are available alongside our online editions. To inquire about purchasing a current or back issue, reach out to us directly — we're happy to help you find the right volume for your shelf.
You can also browse our Archives to explore past issues and see what's been published, or visit the Current Issue page for the latest edition.
There is something quietly profound about holding a finished literary work in your hands. A print issue transforms the digital experience into a tactile one, offering readers a chance to slow down and savor each page at their own pace. For those who have followed our online journal, the print edition provides a permanent keepsake of the voices and visions that have shaped our current season. It is a way to revisit the ecstasy and despair captured in our contributors' pages long after the screen has been switched off, and to pass those discoveries along to friends, family, and fellow readers who may otherwise never stumble upon them.
Beyond the words themselves, each print issue is designed to be a work of art in its own right. The careful selection of poetry, fiction, and visual art reflects a commitment to showcasing talent from across the globe, creating a cohesive volume that reads as both anthology and conversation. Whether you are a devoted collector of literary journals or a newcomer curious about what contemporary writers and artists are creating, our print issues invite you to gather, discuss, and perhaps be provoked. They are meant to be held, shared, and shelved, waiting for the moment you return to them again.