Calls for Submissions

Take a look at the latest publishing opportunities currently available to writers from the many literary magazines and presses that are members of CLMP. Before submitting your work, be sure to check the publisher’s website for any updates.

 
TOFU INK ARTS PRESS 2026 POETRY PRIZE In honor of Visionary Theatre Artist REZA ABDOH OPEN NOW submitted by Tofu Ink Arts Press

“Reza Abdoh (1963-1995) was an Iranian-born American theatre director and playwright known for his groundbreaking, experimental productions. Abdoh died of AIDS in 1995 at the age of 32, having created…

Expires:July 31, 2026
TOFU INK ARTS PRESS POETRY CHAPBOOK PRIZE: 2026-27 submitted by Tofu Ink Arts Press

We are excited to announce we are running the Tofu Ink Arts Press Chapbook Competition 2027 for an unpublished chapbook of 20 pages of poems. The contest is open to…

Expires:July 31, 2026
TOFU INK ARTS PRESS ART PRIZE SUBMISSIONS OPEN NOW FOR 2026-27! submitted by Tofu Ink Arts Press

TOFU INK ARTS PRESS Art Competition Criteria Agreement to Official Rules SUBMIT ONLY ONE PIECE Participation in the Art Competition constitutes entrants full and unconditional agreement to and acceptance of…

Expires:July 31, 2026
TOFU INK ARTS PRESS MICHIGAN/CALIFORNIA EDITION submitted by Tofu Ink Arts Press

Submission Guidelines: All California and Michigan submissions must be made via our Submittable page and you must be from either state or your art and poetry must be about /…

Expires:July 31, 2026
submission window Fifth issue now open! submitted by Double Dutch magazine

Just to let you know we at Double Dutch magazine have started taking submissions for our Fifth regular issue! Due to go live in September 2026. We want your poetry/music/art!…

Expires:July 31, 2026
Full-length Poetry Manuscripts submitted by Fifth Stanza Press

Fifth Stanza Press is dedicated to publishing debut and second collections of poetry by writers in midlife or later. Manuscripts will be accepted for a fee of $15 via Duosoma.…

Expires:July 31, 2026
Flash Fiction Competition Now Open submitted by The Phare

Flash Dash is back — and it’s faster, bolder, and brighter than ever. If you love the thrill of a tight deadline and the punch of a perfectly crafted short-short…

Expires:July 31, 2026
Litmosphere: Journal of Charlotte Lit — Fall 2026 Issue submitted by Charlotte Lit Press

Litmosphere: Journal of Charlotte Lit is an open submission, paying online literary and art journal, published twice a year. We accept submissions of poetry, flash (fiction and nonfiction), and short…

Expires:July 31, 2026
OPEN SUBMISSIONS - THE SECOND ISSUE OF THE BEHEMOTH submitted by Behemoth Magazine

OPEN SUBMISSIONS – THE SECOND ISSUE OF THE BEHEMOTH Behemoth is a literary magazine, art collective, and independent press inspired by literature, art, punk music, mythology and folklore, Japanese manga,…

Expires:July 31, 2026
CAVANKERRY PRESS Open Submission Period - JULY 1 - JULY 31 submitted by CavanKerry Press, Ltd.

Open Submissions to CavanKerry Press Submissions will be OPEN from JULY 1st-31st, 2026. CavanKerry Press accepts submissions for poetry collections, nonfiction essay collections, and memoir. Selected titles will be published…

Expires:July 31, 2026
Poetry Submissions for September 2026 Issue submitted by Poems for Persons of Interest

Poems for Persons of Interest is open for poetry submissions from July 1 through July 31. We are open to poems in all styles and on all subjects. Submit up…

Expires:July 31, 2026
Anodyne Magazine Vol.8 submitted by Anodyne Magazine

We publish only FLINTA* creatives on the topic of health (open to your interpretation). If that’s not you, please don’t take space here. Please follow the below submission requirements. If…

Expires:July 31, 2026
Lefty Blondie Press Open Reading Period submitted by Lefty Blondie Press

During our open reading period, Lefty Blondie Press welcomes poetry chapbook manuscripts written by those who: self-identify as a woman or non-binary individual are 18+ years and older write in…

Expires:July 31, 2026
Open Reading Period for Poets! submitted by The Word Works

Our taste in poetry is omnivorous! We seek adventurous, unique voices from all ages and backgrounds. During the open reading period, we also consider New & Selected works as well…

Expires:July 31, 2026
🌻Poetry Contest, Judged by Sarah Ghazal Ali submitted by Bicoastal Review

Submit one poem (up to 10) of any length, style, or form. Winner receives $250, a featured publication in a print issue, a uniquely designed physical and digital broadside of…

Expires:August 1, 2026
Twisted River Review submitted by Twisted River Review

Twisted River Review is interested in all types of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and alternative genre pieces by writers/artists either from the Midwest or who are creating work that depicts the…

Expires:August 1, 2026
Tammis Day Poetry Prize submitted by Nine Syllables Press

Nine Syllables Press will soon be accepting submissions for the Tammis Day Poetry Prize, which will be awarded for a debut full-length collection by a woman poet over the age…

Expires:August 1, 2026
ANMLY Seeks New Work in All Genres! submitted by Anomalous Press / ANMLY

ANMLY (www.ANMLY.org) is seeking new poetry, fiction, flash & micros, creative nonfiction, translations, and comics/graphic narratives. Deadline: August 1st. Learn more about what we’ve published in the past at www.ANMLY.org/ap42.…

Expires:August 1, 2026
Auto Draft submitted by Petrichor Art & Literary

The Drop digital art & literary journal is open for submissions and will be reading for our inaugural October 2026 issue. The Drop is published four times a year and…

Expires:August 1, 2026
Split Rock Review Invites Submissions for Issue 23 submitted by Split Rock Review

Split Rock Review seeks poetry, short fiction and creative nonfiction, comics, graphic narratives, hybrids, photography, and art that explore place, environment, and the complex relationship between humans and the natural…

Expires:August 1, 2026
Open Call: Writing at the Intersection of Language submitted by MĀNOA: A PACIFIC JOURNAL OF INTERNATIONAL WRITING

We are now accepting unsolicited submissions (poetry, fiction, essay) for our open call: Writing at the Intersection of Language. We are interested in poetry, prose (both fiction and nonfiction), craft essays, book reviews, and visuals (art,…

Expires:August 1, 2026
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: Stories of Women of Colour, Culture & Becoming - IHRAM Press Quarterly Literary Magazine submitted by International Human Rights Art Movement (IHRAM)

Quarter 3: Stories of Women of Colour, Culture & Becoming   Submission window: June 1, 2026 – August 1, 2026 This issue will explore stories of hope, resistance, and resilience—shining…

Expires:August 1, 2026
Writer's Retreat in Cape May, NJ submitted by Overheard

Overheard was founded in Cape May, a coastal town at the southernmost tip of New Jersey. We are pleased to welcome writers to stay for 10 days, based on their…

Expires:August 1, 2026
Tough Poets Review 03 Call for Submissions submitted by Tough Poets Press

Our Fall/Winter 2026 CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS is open through August 1. We welcome submissions of previously unpublished fiction, poetry, nonfiction, conversation transcripts, visual art, and photography. We are also looking…

Expires:August 1, 2026