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Create and Solve Mysterious with The Great Library of Alexandria!

Deadline: June 23, 2026

Project Infinity BP is hosting its thirteenth (13th) creative writing competition season! This writing competition is free and open to anyone. No applications are required …
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Palooka Seeks Chapbooks, Prose, Poetry, Artwork, Photography

Deadline: Year-round

Palooka is a global literary magazine of daring prose, art, photography, comics, and chapbooks drawn exclusively from unsolicited submissions. We champion underdog voices, read anonymously, …
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Magazine Stand :: The 2River View – Summer 2026

New poetry to read online as well as listen to author-read recordings.
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Magazine Stand :: New England Review – 47.2

Poetry, prose, artwork, and a portfolio featuring Northeast Brazilian women’s writing.
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