Website
Type Of Publisher
Digital
Genres Published
Fiction, Poetry, Essays
Year Established
2023
Address
New York City, NY
Name
Parker Wilson, Kameron Hansen
Mission Statement / Editorial Focus
DUMBO Press emerged in 2024 as an independent literary press born from a shared vision to create a more compassionate corner of the publishing world. Founded by Kameron Hansen and Parker Wilson, we've built our press on the belief that while dreams may not always come true, they deserve to shatter more gracefully—less like a bull in a china shop, more like a clumsy ballet dancer. We publish literary fiction that explores the dark underbelly of life, seeking work from the Dostoevsky-wannabes, Hemingway-wannabes, Sylvia Plath-wannabes, and everything in between. Our editorial team brings diverse perspectives from literature to science to graphic design, all anchored by our connections to New York and Iowa City's rich literary heritages. We publish online to ensure accessibility and reach, welcoming short stories, flash fiction, poetry, and essays that push boundaries and challenge conventions. While we have a particular soft spot for unique, non-traditional works, we remain open to all submissions that demonstrate craft, heart, and the kind of authentic voice that makes readers stop scrolling and pay attention. At DUMBO Press, we believe literature should be a respite from harsh realities, not another source of them—which is why we charge no submission fees and respond with care to every piece that crosses our virtual desk.
Accepts Unsolicited Submissions
Yes
