NewPages January 2026 eLitPak
Submission Opportunities, $20,000 in Fellowships for Writers, New Book Releases, & MFA Deadlines
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Reserve your spot in an upcoming NewPages eLitPak. Reach our 7,000+ newsletter subscribers and have your flyer promoted on our blog and on our social media to our 30,000+ followers. Now accepting reservations for our February 2026 through January 2027 eLitPaks. Flyer order in the newsletter is based on order of reservations.
The National Indie Excellence® Awards
The National Indie Excellence® Awards honor outstanding English-language books from self-published authors, indie presses, and university publishers. Now in its 20th year, NIEA celebrates excellence across all genres. Eligible books must be published within two years of the March 31 deadline. See flyer to learn more and submit at our website.
Changing Light Prize Novel in verse Livingston Press
Deadline: May 25, 2026
Livingston Press’s fourth annual Changing Light Prize for a novel-in-verse is accepting submissions. No entry fee. Send complete manuscript to jwt@uwa.edu in a Word file. Include your bio in the file. View flyer or visit website for more information.
5 DAYS LEFT: Over $20,000 in Fellowships for Writers
Deadline: January 19, 2026
This year MVICW is offering over $20,000 in Fellowships for Parent Writers, BIPOC Writers, Queer Writers, Educators, Caretakers, and Emerging Writers. First Place Winners receive the Full Attendance Package, which includes registration, lodging, and a manuscript session to our annual Summer Writers’ Conference on the beautiful island of Martha’s Vineyard. Apply now and find out more information on our flyer and at our website.
Accepting Submissions for Apple in the Dark: Spring 2026
Deadline: March 1, 2026
Apple in the Dark is seeking fiction and creative nonfiction submissions for the Spring 2026 issue. Submission deadline: March 1. Word limit: 1,500 per piece (up to three pieces per submission). Visit our website to learn more.
Colorado Authors League
The Colorado Authors League (CAL) supports and promotes its community of published writers while connecting with and adding value to the reading world. Formed in 1931, authors become members to: keep up with changes in the craft of writing, publishing, and marketing, gain greater visibility for their writing, join a group of like-minded people who love writing. View our flyer to see new releases by members and learn more at our website.
Spalding University. Find your people.
Application Deadline: March 1
Imagine finding a low-residency MFA program filled with smart, passionate writers who are as dedicated as you are. A program where you develop your talent together and cheer each other on. Where you throw your whole heart into becoming publishing, producing writers—together. spalding.edu/mfa
Fish Publishing Flash Fiction Writing Competition
Can you tell a gripping story in 300 words or fewer? Our Flash Fiction Writing Competition is open now. Ten winners, chosen by Tania Hershman, will be published in the Fish Anthology 2026. New and established writers welcome. Enter today, challenge yourself, and let a small story make a big impact. Deadline approaching—don’t miss your chance to be read, worldwide open submissions now. Learn more and submit here.
Five Ways to Submit to The Word Works in 2026!
Upcoming Deadline: March 15
Four Deadlines for Poets! First up: the Washington Prize for a full-length collection. Submit January 15 - March 15. The Word Works then reads submissions for the Hilary Tham Capital Collection, the Tenth Gate Prize, International Editions, and our Open Reading Period. Each uses a different selection method, and our taste is omnivorous! View our flyer and visit our website for more information.