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Posts by: Ex Libris
Applications are open for Simon & Schuster’s Spring 2026 Internship Program! (Please note that these internships are on site out of their NYC and Stoughton, MA offices). The program will offer students an unmatched, behind-the-scenes look and learning experience within the world of book publishing. Interns will be placed within a variety of areas including editorial, marketing, publicity, and production and in those departments, they will be able to explore all aspects of the industry. While guided by a mentor, they will experience “a day in the life” of an entry level assistant. Interns will… Read Article →
Join the LatinX Book Club this month in reading and discussing the novel Olga Dies Dreaming by Xóchitl González. The first 15 students who register will receive a FREE COPY of the book! On Wednesday, November 19, González will visit DePaul for an in-person discussion. Sign up here.
On Sunday, October 5, Avery Cunningham (MAWP ’16) will be at the Maxwell Street Market from 12-1 p.m. for a discussion around the history of Chicago’s Maxwell Street Market, and the role it plays in her debut novel The Mayor of Maxwell Street (Disney/Hyperion 2024). Books will be available to purchase from Da Book Joint, and Avery will be signing books on site!
Agate is seeking interns for its six-month training internship program. The upcoming internship term is between January 1–June 30. Agate interns work approximately 20-30 hours per week on site, depending on their availability, and receive credit from their academic institution as well as a stipend of approximately $80 per week. We offer interns considerable flexibility in scheduling their hours during the work week, to allow them to attend school and/or hold paying jobs while also doing the internship. Agate only considers candidates who have completed at least their junior year of undergraduate studies. Agate accepts applications… Read Article →
Penguin Random House offers paid, remote internship opportunities to learn about the world of book publishing. Opportunities are available in Adult, Children’s, and corporate divisions in areas such as: Editorial, Finance, Legal, Sales, Graphic Design and many more! Apply here by October 6, 2025 for Summer 2026!
Andrew W. Kahrl will join us on campus for a discussion on the racist practices long hidden in the shadows of America’s tax regimes on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 6 p.m. You can register for free here. The event will be held in person on DePaul University’s Lincoln Park Campus (McGowan South, Room 104) or via Zoom, which will be followed by a Graduate Student Social Hour! More information about Kahrl: Andrew W. Kahrl is a professor of History and African American Studies at the University of Virginia. He specializes in the history of race and… Read Article →
Applications opened this week for Spring 2026 and Summer 2026 internships at HarperCollins Publishers! There are a ton of positions open based in New York City and Nashville, and a few remote options. It may feel far away, but applications close for both Spring and Summer Internships on October 10, 2025. Good luck!
Check out the list below for upcoming submission deadlines through November. I noted, mostly, submissions for magazines/journals that either have a little to no entry fee, or that pay writers. Of course, I couldn’t include every opportunity available. If there are any specific submission opportunities you hope to see more of/want information on, please let me know! You can email me at kpolidor@depaul.edu. You can also check out this site for many other open submission calls and contests. September Kenyon Review – September 30, 2025 The Yale Review – September 30, 2025 Seneca Review –… Read Article →
Crook & Folly is hiring! The student-run literary and arts magazine features work by DePaul undergraduate and graduate students across various genres and mediums. Interested in being part of the team? Applications for Section Editors, Social Media, Copy Editors and Section Readers will open on September 26, 2025! Click here to apply by the deadline, October 19, 2025.
Over the weekend, Chicago Humanities wrapped up Pilsen / Little Village Day, which featured a Pilsen Public Art Tour and events with the likes of Cheech Marin (Cheech and Chong) and Zosia Mamet of Girls. But don’t fret, there are plenty of upcoming fall events to attend! Most events include a student discount, which you can select when purchasing tickets. Here’s a list of author/book events to check out in October: Illinois Tech Day 2025 UChicago Arts & Humanities Day 2025
Welcome new and returning graduate students! I hope you’re having a great start to the fall quarter. Before I jump into some exciting events and submission announcements, I wanted to extend an open call for submissions to Ex Libris. Want to write a book review, an author, alumni or faculty interview, a short reflection on an internship you’ve done in the program, or an issue in contemporary publishing? Please reach out to me, Kendall Polidori, at kpolidor@depaul.edu. I’m open to other ideas you might have, as well! Excited to collaborate with you. Now,… Read Article →