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by Ex Libris on January 3, 2018

The Breakout 8 Writers Prize

Epiphany Magazine announces the first annual Breakout Eight Writers Prize sponsored by the Authors Guild Judged by Alexander Chee, Hannah Tinti, and Tracy O’Neill Purpose: To honor and support outstanding emerging literary voices amongst student writers, bringing visibility to the writers of our future. Prize: Eight writers will receive publication in Epiphany’s Breakout Eight special issue; a $250 cash prize; a year-long mentorship with Epiphany editor-in-chief, 2015 National Book Foundation 5 Under 35 honoree, and 2012 Center for Fiction fellow Tracy O’Neill; a complimentary one-year student membership to the Authors Guild, including free access to seminars, webinars, and the writers’… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on January 3, 2018

The Desperate Literature Short Fiction Prize

SUBMISSIONS OPEN FOR THE DESPERATE LITERATURE SHORT FICTION PRIZE Awarded for fiction under 2000 words. First Prize: – €1000 – A week’s residency at the Civitella Ranieri Foundation – A consultation with a US Literary Agent from Foundry Literary + Media Runners-up Prizes: – €250 (two prizes available) All Winners: – Publication in 3:AM, Structo Magazine, and A Women’s Thing – Participation in The Desperate Literature Prize Salon (a Salon, no less), at Desperate Literature, Madrid – Participation in The Desperate Literature Prize Salon, at Shakespeare and Company, Paris (TBC) – Participation in the Rizoma Film Festival (TBC)* All Shortlisted… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on November 22, 2017

Black Lawrence Press: Call for Submissions!

November Open Reading Period: Black Lawrence Press seeks innovative electrifying, and thoroughly intoxicating manuscripts that ensnare themselves in our hearts and minds and won’t let go. During our June and November Open Reading Periods, we accept submissions in the following categories: novel, novella, short story collection (full-length and chapbook), poetry (full-length and chapbook), biography & cultural studies, translation (from the German), and creative nonfiction. Black Lawrence Press accepts submissions exclusively through our online submission manager, Submittable. We are not able to accept submissions via email or postal mail.

by Ex Libris on November 9, 2017

The Gordian Review: Call for Submissions

The Gordian Review is accepting submissions! Since its inception, The Gordian Review (TGR) has made a commitment to publishing the voices of today’s graduate students and giving them a unique publishing opportunity just for them. The original idea came from Texas Review Press’ founder and late director, Dr. Paul Ruffin, who wanted to present the world a sneak peek of the next generation of writers. TGR is an annual online publication operated by SHSU graduate students who collect, select, and edit submissions. These graduates also design, produce, and publish the journal. TGR publishes works across… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on November 7, 2017

RipRap Literary Journal: Call for Submissions!

RipRap Literary Journal Volume 40 would like to offer their humble invitation to talented writers and artists of all genres for their CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS! They are currently accepting submissions for Artwork, Poetry, Short Fiction, Flash Fiction, and Creative Nonfiction. There is no fee to submit. Submissions will be accepted until December 3, 2017. RipRap is a literary journal designed and produced annually by students in the Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing Program at California state University Long Beach. RipRap highlights new and emerging writes as well as enlightened interviews of award winning, published… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on November 3, 2017

Black Lawrence Post: Call for Submissions

Call for Submissions The November Open Reading Period Black Lawrence Press seeks innovative, electrifying, and thoroughly intoxicating manuscripts. During the June and November Open Reading Periods, they accept submissions in the following categories: novel, novella, short story collection (full-length and chapbook), poetry (full-length and chapbook), biography & cultural studies, translation (from the German), and the creative nonfiction. Black Lawrence Press accepts submissions exclusively through their online submission manager, Submittable.

by Ex Libris on November 2, 2017

Cinematic Short Story Contest

ScreenCraft’s 3rd annual Cinematic Short Story Contest is now accepting entries! The jury is looking for short fiction (not scripts) with special cinematic potential. Whether you’re writing flash fiction or a novella, the judges want to read your story! The grand-prize winner will receive $1,000 and personal introductions to literary agents, managers, film and TV producers, and publishers. The top 5 finalists will be read by ScreenCraft’s network of more than 40 literary and entertainment industry professionals. All rights and ownership to stories submitted to this contest remain with the author, until and unless other agreements are… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on October 17, 2017

The Masters Review Fall Fiction Contest

Welcome, writer. The winning story of the Fall Fiction Contest will be paid $2000, awarded publication online in The Masters Review, and will receive a note from the judge on why the story was selected. Second and third place stories will be awarded publication and $200 and $100, respectively, as well as correspondence from the judge. Fifteen finalists will be acknowledged in December and the winners will be selected from that pool. GUIDELINES: Submissions are open from Sept 15 – Nov 15 7000 word limit Fiction only Emerging Writers only. (We are interested in offering a larger… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on September 28, 2017

The Masters Review: Call for Submissions

The Masters Review’s third annual Fall Fiction Contest is now open! Submissions are open until November 15, 2017. The winning story receives $2000 + publication, and a note from the judge on why the story was chosen. For more information and to submit your work, visit their website here. The Masters Review has compiled 13 submission opportunities from other magazines for the month of October! For more information on the different contests, visit their website here.

by Ex Libris on September 28, 2017

Indiana Review Fiction Contest

The 2017 Fiction Prize Contest is now open! Send in your submissions by October 31st, 2017. Applicants must submit a single story of up to 8,000 words. For more information, visit the Indiana Review contest website here.

by Ex Libris on September 26, 2017

Habitat Magazine’s Call for Submissions

Habitat is currently accepting submissions! Habitat Magazine is interested in writing that redefines the lines of genre and form and explores what it means to be a writer in the 21st century. Habitat provides a home for literature that shows the unexpected and disrupts the dominant cultural narrative. They pride themselves on publishing the next generation of great writers, no matter their credentials, academic history, or background. Submissions are open now through December 31st, 2017 For submission guidelines and a link to the Submittable page, please visit their website here.

by Ex Libris on September 21, 2017

Glassworks’ Call for Submissions

Glassworks publishes nonfiction, fiction, poetry, hybrid pieces, craft essays, new media, and art both digitally and in print. Deadline: December 15, 2017 for the spring and fall 2018 print issues. Glassworks also publishes flash fiction, prose poetry, and micro essays monthly in their online edition Flash Glass. Submissions for Flash Glass are accepted on a year-round, rolling basis. More information about their magazine, sample issues, and submission manager can be found at www.rowanglassworks.org

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