About the Mag
Raat Ki Rani Magazine is a reader funded literary publication featuring short stories, poems, essays, and visual art rooted in introspection and imagination.
Issue #2 Submissions will be open August 24th - October 18th. Please subscribe to our newsletter to receive a notification! (it’s free)
If you’re local to New Jersey, we hold IRL Crafting, Bookish and Writing events. Follow along on Instagram.
Meet the Founder and Editor
Nain F. Ladak is a New Jersey–based creative with a deep love for the written word. Her work centers on gathering community, uplifting fellow creatives, and finding beauty in ordinary moments.
You can read Ladak’s Business Insider article about her journey to starting Raat Ki Rani Magazine, or follow her personal creative endeavors on Substack and Instagram @NainBehindtheCam.
For any inquiries please contact Nain@RaatKiRaniMagazine.com
Our Collections
Issue #0: Midnight Confessions
Why subscribe?
To watch the Jasmine’s Bloom
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Raat Ki Rani Magazine is fueled by community support. If you’d like to help us keep the magazine blooming, you can become a paid subscriber. Thank you for supporting independent art! Participate in the comments section, support our creatives with a subscription or donate here.
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FAQs
What does Raat Ki Rani mean?
Raat Ki Rani carries two meanings. The first is “Queen of the Night,” a nickname my parents gave me for my night-owl tendencies. The second is a night-blooming jasmine.
Its scent holds so many childhood memories for me, and a flower that blooms quietly in the dark feels like a fitting metaphor for this magazine…
Do you accept foreign language submissions?
Yes. Translation must be provided.
How do I know if my submission is selected?
You’ll receive an email from Nain to notify you if your piece is accepted.
Will I hear back if my submission isn’t selected?
Yes. You’ll receive an email from Nain@RaatKiRaniMagazine.com.


