Call for Submissions
We're actively seeking compelling manuscripts that challenge conventions and inspire readers. Our editorial team is looking for fresh voices and innovative storytelling across fiction, non-fiction, and poetry.
Submission Guidelines
- Submission Window: October 14–December 17, 2025
- Who Is Eligible: Open to all writers from the American South. Preference is given to writers from marginalized communities, including but not limited to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color; LGBTQ+ writers; disabled writers; and writers from rural or low-income backgrounds. Writers of Color should submit through the Writers of Color category to waive the submission fee.
- Theme: Micro-regionality — work inseparable from its specific place or history
- Genres Accepted: Poetry (up to 3 poems in one PDF), Short Fiction (1 story in one PDF), Novels (1 chapter in one PDF)
- File Rules: Submit one file per entry (PDF format preferred)
- Simultaneous Submissions: Welcome — please withdraw if accepted elsewhere
- Originality: Work must be original and unpublished in book form
- AI Policy: No AI-generated or AI-written work. Spell check and grammar tools are fine
- Reading Fee: None. Optional tips directly support our mission to publish Southern writers
2027 Author Cohort Timeline
Important dates for submissions and notifications
October 14–December 17, 2025
Submissions open for writers of color
Priority submission window for writers of color. Submit your manuscript during this period.
November 12–December 17, 2025
General submissions open for all writers
Submission window opens to all writers. All submissions must be received by December 17.
End of January 2026
Full manuscript requests sent
Selected authors will receive requests for full manuscripts.
End of March 2026
Finalists and 2027 Author Cohort notified
Finalists will be notified and the 2027 Author Cohort will be selected.
End of June 2026
2027 Author Cohort introduced
The 2027 Author Cohort will be publicly announced and introduced.
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