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International Voices in Creative Nonfiction Competition. Prize: $1000 and publication.

Deadline: July 1, 2026 (11:59 PM EEST)

Not all true stories get told. Yours should. Small presses have the power to make a real impact, and at Vine Leaves Press, we take …

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SUBMIT NOW TO ABLE MUSE (Poetry, Fiction, Essays, Art & More)

Deadline: July 15, 2026

Able Muse is now accepting submissions for our forthcoming issue, winter 2026/2027. Submit poetry, fiction, essays, book reviews, art, and photography. Submission opens yearly January …

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New poetry, reviews, and sample poems from recently published collections to read open access online.

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Where to Submit Roundup: June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026

Happy Friday!We hope you found some time to rest and recharge over the long weekend, and that you were able to pause and honor the memories of those who gave their lives in service. This marks our final submission roundup for May—and you know what that means… deadlines are stacking …

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