Community Highlights
Giulietta Nardone Publishes “Email From a Condemned Tree, Begging for Mercy” in Little Old Lady Comedy
Congratulations to instructor Giulietta Nardone, whose humor piece “Email From A Condemned Tree, Begging For Mercy,” was published on Little Old Lady Comedy.
Susan Vespoli Receives Pushcart Nomination
Congratulations to instructor Susan Vespoli, whose poem “Thinking About Love During COVID and Coups” was nominated for a Pushcart Prize by The New Verse News.
Barbara Henning Featured in Marsh Hawk Review
Congratulations to Barbara Henning, whose writing was featured in the Fall 2021 issue of Marsh Hawk Review. An essay of hers on the poet Laura Riding, as well as an examination of her poetics and evolution as a poet, were included in the publication.
Giulietta Nardone Selected as a 2021 Distinguished Favorite by the NYC Big Book Award
Congratulations to instructor Giulietta Nardone, whose book Feel More Alive! 30 Brilliant Ways To Reignite Your Inner Spark was selected as a 2021 Distinguished Favorite by the New York City Big Book Award. Any English language book, published via any publisher or press, is eligible for the award, and books are selected on presentation, editorial quality, and audience appeal.
Charley Springer Publishes Poetry Collection “Nowhere Now Here” through Radial Books
Congratulations to Charley Springer, whose poetry collection Nowhere Now Here was made available for preorder by Radial Press. Charley developed several prose poems in Barbara Henning’s course “Poetic Prose: The Prose Poem.”
Susan Vespoli Publishes Poem “Dear Bra”
Congratulations to Susan Vespoli, whose poem “Dear Bra” was published in Gyroscope Review! Susan wrote her poem in Tina Barry’s course Ordinary to Extraordinary: Turning Everyday Experiences Into Poetry.
Jennifer Billock Publishes “Historic Chicago Bakeries”
Congratulations to Jennifer Billock, whose book Historic Chicago Bakeries was recently published through Arcadia Publishing. Jennifer’s book already ranks as the #1 book in two different Amazon categories!
Susan Vespoli’s Poetry Collection Available for Preorder
Congratulations to instructor Susan Vespoli, whose full-length poetry collection Blame It on the Serpent was just made available for preorder. All proceeds will be donated to addiction and recovery groups.
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Publication Opportunities
Delmarva Review
Delmarva Review seeks literary fiction, nonfiction, and poetry with fresh, evocative voices. The journal publishes once a year, making this a highly selective publication. All accepted writers receive a free copy of the journal, alongside publication next to many well-acclaimed writers.
Open for Submissions: Write City Magazine
Write City Magazine, a publication out of the Chicago Writer’s Association, seeks poetry, fiction, and nonfiction for their upcoming issues. All accepted works receive a small stipend, on top of publication. Be sure to read their submissions guidelines before submitting!
A Gelato a Day Keeps the Tantrums Away
A new travel anthology A Gelato a Day Keeps the Tantrums Away is seeking narrative short story submissions on the theme of family travel. Stories should be of a narrative nature and reflect the wonders, surprises, pitfalls and hilarious moments that can occur when traveling with family members of all shapes, sizes, types and styles. Contributors should be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada. There is limited room for stories by international writers, who are encouraged to submit. Submissions are due September 30th.
Rolling Submissions: Tongue Tied Mag
Tongue Tied Mag is regularly seeking poetry and hybrid works. The journal tends to publish new and emerging writers, and prefers works that are literary, innovative, and fresh. Tongue Tied’s editors often work with their poets on feedback and edits, helping new writers put out polished, impressive pieces.
Rolling Submissions: Quarantine Collection
Quarantine Collection was created in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The journal documents literary responses to both the coronavirus crisis and other creative works produced during quarantine. Emphasis on submissions that are playful or experimental. Open to all genres.
Newfound’s “Inner Spaces”
Newfound is accepting submissions for their themed journal “Inner Spaces.” The journal is looking for pieces that investigate intrapersonal experiences and identity development. All genres welcome; submissions are due by December 21st.
Quarterly Journal: 3Elements Literary Review
3Elements Literary Review is accepting literature that combines the following 3 elements: “trapeze, pinprick, calico.” The journal is open to submissions from all genres, and enjoys works that are experimental and creative. Submissions are due August 31st.
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