The New Nottingham Journal (NNJ) is an independent literary magazine based in Nottingham, England. Founded and edited by Andrew Tucker Leavis, the publication is published by Agamemnon and focuses on contemporary short fiction, essays, poetry and visual art. The first issue is scheduled for release on 14 November 2025.[1]
The New Nottingham Journal was founded in 2025 as a print and digital platform for writers and artists around the world, including those connected to Nottingham and the wider Midlands region.[1] The publication emerged from the city’s growing independent literary scene and aligns with Nottingham’s designation as a UNESCO City of Literature.[2]
The inaugural issue, No. 1, features more than forty pieces of poetry, prose, and photography, presented in a monochrome design.[3] A crowdfunding campaign in mid-2025 supported its first print run and distribution across independent bookshops and cultural venues in the East Midlands.[4]
Content and themes
The magazine publishes contemporary writing of broad genres, which include lyrical realism, satire, mythology and ecology.[1] The form of its content spans poetry, short fiction, and reflective essays alongside monochrome visual art and photography, often exploring themes of a sense of place, femininity and masculinity, and political and civilisational change.[3]
Production and design
Produced by Agamemnon in Nottingham, the NNJ works within a minimalist, black-and-white aesthetic and an emphasis on typographic clarity. Each issue is printed on uncoated stock with type set at a 12-point size to balance readability and style.[1][5]
Reception
The upcoming launch of the New Nottingham Journal has been covered by several cultural organisations and media outlets, including Nottingham UNESCO City of Literature, Nottingham City Libraries, LeftLion magazine, the Notts Review, and Barcelona UNESCO City of Literature.[1][5][4][3][2] Critics highlighted the publication’s focus on emerging regional voices and its contribution to Nottingham’s literary identity.[1]
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