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THEME: Connecting with the World

An anthology from neurodiverse writers that dives into the challenges and triumphs of connection.

The struggle to communicate within the boundaries of a neurotypical world is something all neurodivergents can relate to. For this theme, we want you to focus on the challenges you’ve faced connecting with the world, or the triumph you feel among peers.

POETRY • SHORT STORIES • NONFICTION • ART • PHOTOGRAPHY

POETRY • SHORT STORIES • NONFICTION • ART • PHOTOGRAPHY

WRITTEN WORD

Submit your poetry, short stories, non-fiction here.

VISUAL MEDIA

Submit your artwork and photography here.

General Guidelines

  • You must be neurodivergent in order to be considered for acceptance.

  • Your piece must incorporate the theme of the anthology in some way. The theme is Connecting with the World, and highlights the challenges and triumphs of neurodivergent communication.

  • Submissions are open to writers and artists of all backgrounds and experience levels. You must be 18 or older to submit.

  • Hate speech is not allowed. We don’t allow content that promotes violence or hatred against individuals or groups

  • No AI art or writing is allowed under any circumstances 

  • Cannot be previously published (This includes Instagram. If posted on Instagram, it must be archived prior and the full piece cannot be published onto the platform)

  • Submissions close on January 31st, 2023 at 11.59pm. Any work submitted after will not be considered.

  • We accept simultaneous submissions, but please inform us promptly if your work is accepted elsewhere.

If any of these guidelines are broken, the piece(s) will not be admitted into the anthology. By submitting your work, you grant Narrativ Press the right to publish your work in print and electronic formats. After publication, all rights revert to the author/artist.

POETRY

  • Submit up to 3 poems.

  • Each poem should not exceed one page.

  • Please attach your poems as a single document (PDF).

SHORT STORIES

  • Submit up to 2 short stories.

  • Each story should not exceed 3,000 words.

  • Please attach your short stories as a single document (PDF).

NONFICTION

  • Submit up to one piece.

  • Essays, memoirs, or creative non-fiction pieces are welcomed. 

  • Each non-fiction piece should not exceed 1,500 words.

  • Please attach your non-fiction submissions as a single document (PDF).

ART

  • Submit up to 4 pieces.

  • Submit high-resolution images of your artwork.

  • Include a brief description of each piece, including title, medium, and dimensions.

  • No nudity or gore

  • Accepted formats: JPEG, PNG, or PDF.

PHOTOGRAPHY

  • Submit up to 4 photos.

  • Submit high-resolution photographs.

  • Include a brief description for each photograph, including title and location (if applicable).

  • Accepted formats: JPEG or PNG.

Questions? Contact matthew@narrativpress.com to get more information on this project.

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