Volume V Special Issue III August 2025

Name of Author : Hemani Choudhary, Ashok Singh Rao

Title of the paper : Cultural Memory and the Transformation of Traditional Literary Journals in the Digital Age

Abstract: In the contemporary publishing landscape shaped by rapid technological change, traditional literary journals are undergoing a significant transformation. These journals, which have historically functioned as authoritative spaces for serious literature and cultural preservation, now operate within an environment increasingly dominated by digital media, niche platforms, and participatory online communities. This paper explores the role of traditional literary journals as agents of cultural memory amidst the rise of digital publishing alternatives. It examines the structural and philosophical challenges faced by these journals in retaining their relevance while adapting to new forms of readership, multimedia storytelling, and evolving standards of accessibility. Through a study of selected journals and digital platforms, this research identifies the strategies employed to bridge the gap between legacy publishing and contemporary literary culture. These include the development of hybrid models, openaccess archives, and interactive formats aimed at expanding their audience without compromising editorial depth. By tracing the intersection between tradition and innovation in the literary field, this study highlights how traditional journals are not merely resisting obsolescence but are actively negotiating their place in a pluralistic and digitally interconnected literary world. This negotiation reflects broader cultural tensions between permanence and immediacy, authority and accessibility, and the evolving nature of literary value in the 21st century.

Keywords : Contemporary Literary Culture, Traditional Literary Journals, Digital Publishing, Cultural Memory, Literary Preservation

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Page Number : 119-121