Community Highlights

Susan Vespoli Publishes in New Verse News

October 3, 2022

Congratulations to instructor Susan Vespoli, whose poem “Police Violence in Reverse” was published in New Verse News. 

Catherine Kelley Publishes 2 Short Stories

September 12, 2022

Congratulations to Catherine Kelley, who had two short stories published. “A Sandwich for George Orwell” was published in The Frogmore Papers, a print-only journal in the UK. “Little Joe in Trouble Again” was published in East of the Web.

Catherine wrote these stories alongside Barbara Henning in Flash Fiction: Writing the Short-Short Story.

Donna Levin Publishes “Type Two Fun, and by the Way, We’re Doomed as a Species” in Audere

September 9, 2022

Congratulations to Donna Levin, whose travel essay “Type Two Fun, and by the Way, We’re Doomed as a Species” was published in Audere Magazine.

Peter Valente Reviews Barbara Henning’s “Digigram”

September 9, 2022

Congratulations to instructor Barbara Henning, who received a fantastic review of her poetry collection Digigram in Talisman. 

Ali Mckenzie-Murdoch Publishes “Moonstruck” in Bright Flash Literary Review

September 7, 2022

Congratulations to Ali McKenzie-Murdoch, whose flash fiction piece “Moonstruck” was published in Bright Flash Literary Review.

Giulietta Nardone Publishes “Wait!” in 101 Words

September 5, 2022

Congratulations to instructor Giulietta Nardone, whose microfiction “Wait!” was published in 101 Words. 

Two Publications by Barbara Henning

September 1, 2022

Congratulations to Barbara Henning, who had two publications come out this week.

Her 16-part poem “Take it Down” was published in The Brooklyn Rail. Read it here.

Barbara also had an interview published with Belladonna. Read it here. 

Rudri Patel Will Speak at AWP in 2023

August 25, 2022

Congratulations to instructor Rudri Patel, who will be speaking at AWP in Seattle, 2023. Her panel is titled “The Intersection of Art and Revenue: Writing for Literary Journals and Mainstream Outlets.” We’re excited to hear it!

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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.

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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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