World Literature Today is an international literary and cultural magazine, and a multi-faceted cultural promotion platform. Since its inception, the magazine has been committed to promoting understanding and communication between different cultures through the power of literature. The Journal's mission is to provide excellence in service to the international, state and university communities through its literary publications, sponsorship of literary awards, and role as a cultural center for students. It not only provides readers with a window into the dynamics of literature and culture around the world, but also provides a platform for writers and scholars to present and communicate their work.

The journal covers a wide range of topics and formats, including fiction, poetry, prose, translated works, literary criticism, and cultural studies. The magazine pays special attention to the discovery and promotion of emerging writers and translators, and supports the diversity and innovation of literature. In this way, magazines not only enrich the expression of literature, but also provide readers with a broader cultural perspective.