Masthead

Meet the editorial team and contributors behind Vox Viola Literary Magazine.

The masthead of Vox Viola represents a collective of voices united by a shared mission: to amplify women's stories across poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and visual arts. Each editor and contributor brings a unique perspective shaped by lived experience, cultural background, and artistic sensibility. Together, they curate a space where intersectional feminist values guide every selection. The team works collaboratively to seek out works that explore identity, challenge silence, and celebrate the complexity of being a woman in the world today. Their dedication ensures that every issue reflects a rich tapestry of perspectives, from the insightful to the extraordinary, the frustrating to the quirky.

Behind each published piece lies the thoughtful labor of readers, editors, and designers who believe in the revolutionary power of the written word. The editorial team reads submissions with care, seeking voices that might otherwise go unheard. They consider not only craft but also authenticity and emotional truth. Visual artists contribute their work to complement the literary selections, creating a dialogue between text and image. This collaborative spirit extends to every role on the masthead, from poetry editors to social media coordinators, each person understanding that their work serves a larger purpose: building a supportive, empowering, and honest community for women writers and artists.

The masthead team understands that literary magazines are not merely collections of work but living documents of a moment in time. They approach each issue with the awareness that the stories they publish carry weight and meaning for readers who may see themselves reflected for the first time. Contributors trust the team with their most vulnerable writing, and that trust is met with respect and thoughtful stewardship. The masthead members come from diverse backgrounds, representing different races, ages, abilities, and experiences, which enriches the editorial process and ensures that the magazine remains a genuinely intersectional space where all women can find resonance.

Those who serve on the masthead do so out of a deep belief in the transformative potential of storytelling. They work quietly behind the scenes, shaping each issue with an eye toward coherence, beauty, and impact. The selection process is rigorous yet compassionate, honoring the courage it takes to submit one's work. Every team member, whether handling submissions, proofreading pages, or managing social media, contributes to the magazine's distinctive voice and aesthetic. Their shared goal is to create a publication that not only showcases exceptional work but also fosters stronger connections among women, encouraging honest dialogue and mutual understanding through the written and visual arts.

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Editorial Board

  • Founder & Editor-in-Chief Vox Viola
  • Poetry Editor Poetry
  • Prose Editor Fiction & Creative Nonfiction
  • Visual Arts Editor Photography, Illustration & Mixed Media

Contributing Editors

  • Reader Poetry & Prose
  • Reader Fiction
  • Reader Creative Nonfiction

Design & Web

  • Website Design Infinite Web Designs

Contributor Spotlights

Tolu Agbelusi
Featured Poet — Issue Three, December 2020

A poet whose work explores identity, memory, and the quiet architecture of belonging. Her poem "Timeline" appeared in Issue Three.

Dorothy Chan
Featured Poet — Issue Three, December 2020

A distinctive voice in contemporary poetry, blending wit, sensuality, and cultural commentary. Her work was featured in Issue Three.

Madison Bertenshaw
Featured Poet — Issue Two, May 2020

Author of "Pioneers," a poem that navigates the terrain of ambition and inheritance with striking clarity.

Ciara McLaren
Featured Contributor — Issue Two, May 2020

A writer whose prose captures the intimate friction between self-perception and the gaze of others.