Community Highlights
Susan Vespoli Interviews with “The Word”
Congratulations to instructor Susan Vespoli, who interviewed with NPR/KJZZ’s podcast The Word, covering all things literary in the state of Arizona. Susan discussed her forthcoming poetry collection Blame It on the Serpent alongside two other Arizona authors.
John Christenson Publishes in Flash Fiction Magazine
Congratulations to John Christenson, whose story “Critical Edition” was published in Flash Fiction Magazine. John wrote his story alongside Barbara Henning in her course Flash Fiction: Writing the Short-Short Story.
Susan Vespoli Announced as Featured Poet in January Open Mic
Susan Vespoli will be the featured poet in January’s “Pandemic Poetry Open Mic,” hosted by Elliott DeLine. This event is on January 16th, from 9-11P.M. Eastern Time. Come out for a night of listening/sharing poetry, building community, and celebrating each other’s work.
Tamara MC Publishes in The Independent
Congratulations to Tamara MC, whose essay “I grew up in a cult and was married at 12 — in Texas” was published in The Independent.
Susan Vespoli Publishes “Little Queen of the Buck-Up” in Anti-Heroin Chic
Congratulations to instructor Susan Vespoli, whose poem “Little Queen of the Buck-Up” was published in Anti-Heroin Chic. If you have the time, read the editor’s note for the publication as a whole: he makes a wonderful statement about the importance of art, humanity, and healing.
Tina Barry’s Poem Accepted in Rattle
Congratulations to instructor Tina Barry, who recently had a poem accepted in Rattle. Tina’s poem will be published in late 2022.
Jack Smith Publishes Tribute to Small Press Books
Congratulations to instructor Jack Smith, whose collection Contributions to Literature: A Tribute to Small Press Books was published through Serving House Books. Jack’s collection reviews small press books that have made significant contributions to literature.
Tamara Kreutz Publishes “The Body Collector of Spain” in Rattle
Congratulations to Tamara Kreutz, who published her poem “The Body Collector of Spain” in Rattle. Tamara’s poem was featured in Rattle’s “Poets Respond” series.
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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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