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Black Door Review

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your source for inspiration

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Message from the editor

After retiring from the US workforce in 2023, I set my sights on inland Portugal. Here, amidst the cork and pine forests, I found marbled and tiled towns where the only way to discover most artists was to take a walkabout. Every day over the last two years has been one of new discoveries.


With Black Door Review, I am excited to bring the – often hidden – creativity to be found in Portugal’s central Alentejo region to a wider, global audience. I invite you to explore the culture of this region through local literary and visual/textile arts talents with our publication.


With gratitude, we hope you will make Black Door Review your source for inspiration.

Raini Maddera, MA, MPA

about

Purpose

Purpose

Purpose

The purpose of Black Door Review is to celebrate the language and visual expression in Portugal’s central Alentejo region.

Mission

Purpose

Purpose

Black Door Review's mission is to serve as a creative home for central Alentejo writers and visual/textile artists; invite meaningful connection through story and expression; foster an interest in these works.

core values

Our core values direct us toward our goals and define our identity both internally and externally and will be actively exemplified in each and every publication by every staff member.

Celebrate the creative process

The creative process is the progression from initial inspiration to final execution.

Celebrate diverse voices

Valuing different perspectives, backgrounds, and ways of thinking will fuel innovation.

Celebrate community and connection

Creating a shared purpose and connection by  building something extraordinary — together!

Goals

At Back Door Review, our goals are SMART: by establishing clear, attainable, and meaningful objectives we can directly support our purpose and mission while upholding our core values. 

Showcase central Alentejo region talent

by publishing original works that cite the author or artist

by publishing poetry, fiction, nonfiction, visual arts, textile arts

by providing a maker's space to provide a glimpse into the creative process

Reach a global audience

by publishing written works in their original language (of Portuguese)

by providing an English translation 

by publishing diverse talentss to provide inpiration and pique interest

Produce a fiscally responsible publication

by cultivating partners and sponsors

by keeping submission fees low

by eventually paying staff stipends

OUR TEAM AND AVAILABLE ROLES

Editor

Content Creator & Social Media Guru

Associate Editor

This team member reviews final copy and submissions; ensures alignment with Black Door's purpose, values, mission, and goals. Connects with potential partners and supporters to promote Black Door Review and to support team members in their roles.

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Associate Editor

Content Creator & Social Media Guru

Associate Editor

This team member takes direction from the Editor-in chief and provides quality assurance by assisting with website issues, managing email lists, ensuring publication 

Content Creator & Social Media Guru

Content Creator & Social Media Guru

Content Creator & Social Media Guru

This team member takes direction from the Associate Editor and creates and manages content across newsletters, the website, and social media platforms. Handles public-facing communications, event documentation, and analytics.

Reviewers/Genre Editors

Content Creator & Social Media Guru

Content Creator & Social Media Guru

These team members organize incoming submissions as the journal’s first-line editors, curates recommendations for publication, and offers editorial feedback as part of the review process. 

Become a team member

If you’re interested in contributing to the future of Black Door Review, please reach out with a brief note of interest and relevant experience. We especially welcome those with backgrounds in writing, publishing, visual arts, and communication — and especially those passionate about the arts & culture.

funding - our partners

Become a Partner

Any monetary donation makes an impact. Startup costs are currently funded by a single source.To support our goal of being a fiscally responsible publications, we would eventually like to provide artists and staff with stipends and keep our publication free of charge. Donors will receive a mention on our website.


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