THE PARLOUR

Issue One Update

Thank you to everyone who submitted work for the first issue of The Parlour.

I'm incredibly grateful for the time, care, and trust behind every submission. Reading through the work has been a genuine pleasure, and each piece is receiving careful consideration.

I've taken a little longer with the reading process than originally anticipated so that every submission can receive the care and attention it deserves.

By the end of this week, all submission decisions and any accompanying editorial feedback will have been sent.

The launch of the first issue of The Parlour will take place on Sunday 16th August 2026, with further details to follow once contributors have heard back and arrangements are fully confirmed.

I'm looking forward to bringing everyone together to celebrate the work, the magazine, and the beginning of what I hope will become a lasting literary community in Bedford.

For any questions in the meantime, you're welcome to write to editor@theparlour.org.uk.