New Letters is a literary magazine devoted to writing and art, published in connection with the University of Missouri–Kansas City. It brings readers new work from writers and artists through its current and back issues, alongside web exclusives and profiles of featured contributors. The magazine’s recent issue includes writing by Andrew Bertaina, Billy O’Callahan, David Thoreen, Courtney Santo, and others.

Readers can also explore The Nightstand: New Letters Review of Books, which focuses on books and literary criticism, and access audio content through New Letters on the Air and author interviews. For writers, New Letters provides general submission opportunities and administers several named awards: the Patricia Cleary Miller Award for Poetry, the Robert Day Award for Fiction, and the Conger Beasley Jr. Award for Nonfiction. The magazine shares news and announcements and invites visitors to sign up for its newsletter. Based in Kansas City, Missouri, New Letters offers a range of ways to discover contemporary literary work, learn about authors, and engage with the magazine’s publishing and award programs.