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Deadline: 22 July 2011

Win the chance to write for Cambridge University Press, along with a cash prize of £1000

Have you developed an innovative and engaging way to assess your learners' progress as they learn English? Have you successfully used this material in your classroom?

The inaugrual Cambridge ESU New Writing Award (2011) for ELT will focus on materials that help teachers and students assess their learning.

Each year, the award will focus on a different area of language learning. We are looking for evidence of applicants' writing style and capabilities, along with a demonstration of how the materials improve learning outcomes, with a view to inviting the winner to join our team of authors. Cambridge University Press will not necessarily publish the winning material itself.

We particularly welcome applications which show an understanding of how digital resources can help learning.

Applicants should submit the following:

1. An outline of your materials; what they are, howe they are to be used and how they use assesment to improve students' learning (Max 250 words)

2. A sample of the material (Max one double-page spread or equivalent)

Pleae note: Applicants do not have to be native speakers of English, nor do they have to be speakers of British English. An understanding of, and sympathy with, the globalization of English is an essential requirement. You should be able to work as part of an author team, and be confident at presenting your material to a variety of people.

Submit your entry, along with your contact details (name, address, email address and telephone number) to education@esu.org.

If you would prefer to submit your entry by post, please send all documentation to:

New Writing Award
Education Department
The English-Speaking Union
37 Charles Street
London W1J 5ED
United Kingdom

ESU New Writing Award: Competition Rules

1. This competition is run by the English-Speaking Union and is sponsored by Cambridge University Press.

2. The competition is open to entries from around the world. You do not need to be a native speaker of English, nor a speaker of British English.

3. Entrants should be at least 18 years old. Only one entry per person.

4. To enter please submit:

(i) an outline of your English Language Teaching materials (‘the Material’) (including information of what the Material is, how it is to be used, and how it uses assessment to improve students’ learning);

(ii) a sample of the Material (a maximum of one double-page spread or equivalent);

(iii) contact details, including name, email, address and contact number.

5. The deadline for entry to the competition is 22nd July 2011.

6. The winner will be selected by a panel of judges comprised of experts selected by Cambridge University press and the English-Speaking Union.

7. The winner will be contacted by the English-Speaking Union after the closing date. The winner will be publicly announced at the English-Speaking Union award ceremony.

8. The winner will receive a cash prize of £1,000, or payable in equivalent local currency at Cambridge’s sole discretion, and shall be given the opportunity to join the team of English Language Teaching authors working for Cambridge University Press, with the potential to author future English Language Teaching courses for Cambridge University Press, subject to any author contract and terms and conditions to be determined at the time.

9. The Material shall be original to you; shall not have been previously published; shall contain nothing that is in any way an infringement of any existing copyright or licence; and shall contain nothing libellous or unlawful.

10. Cambridge University Press and the English-Speaking Union will destroy all Material that is not selected as winning Material. Cambridge University Press will not be able to return any unsuccessful Material to you.

11. Cambridge University Press and the English-Speaking Union will not publish or make any other use of the Material without your prior consent.

12. Employees of Cambridge University Press, the English-Speaking Union and associated companies will not be eligible to participate.

13. By entering the competition you are permitting Cambridge University Press to contact you from time to time with details of other products and services that may be of interest to you in the subject of English Language Teaching.

14. By entering the competition you are permitting the English-Speaking Union to contact you from time to time with details of other products and services that may be of interest to you in the subject of English Language Teaching.

15. By entering the competition you are permitting Cambridge University Press to transfer your personal details to other Cambridge University Press branches throughout the world, namely Europe, America, Australia and Asia. You should be aware that some branches of Cambridge University Press are in countries which do not have data protection laws.

16. By entering the competition you are permitting other Cambridge University Press branches to contact you from time to time with details of other Cambridge products and services that may be of interest to you in the subject of English Language Teaching. However Cambridge University Press will only share your data with another branch if it best covers your normal place of residency (e.g. Europe, Americas).

17. Cambridge University Press will not sell your personal information to others or release it to others without your prior consent, and will only use your personal data as outlined in our privacy policy (see: http://www.cambridge.org/policy/privacy/ ).

18. The English-Speaking Union will not sell your personal information to others or release it to others without your prior consent, and will only use your personal data as outlined in its privacy policy.

19. Cambridge University Press reserves the right, at the discretion of its official representatives, to declare any competition null and void and stage another competition in its place.

20. Entry into this competition constitutes acceptance of these Terms and Conditions.

21. These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of England.

Contact Information:

For inquiries: education@esu.org

For submissions: education@esu.org

Website: http://www.cambridge.org/ph/elt/

Deadline: 1 April 2012

Demeter Press is seeking submissions for an edited collection, Patricia Hill Collins: Reconceiving Black Motherhood (Editor: Kaila Adia Story, Publication Date: 2014)

In 1965 a then sociologist and eventual US senator, Daniel Patrick Moynihan released his report, The Negro Family: The Case for National Action. The report concluded that the Black family existed as a tangle of pathology, which struggled to make progress toward economic and political equality due to its deterioration of the concept of the nuclear family. Since the release of the report forty-six years ago, many Black feminists and motherhood scholars have elucidated the ways in which Moynihan’s conception of the Black family, in particular the Black mother, was couched in racist, classist, and sexist notions of the family and the institution of motherhood.

One such Black Feminist scholar was Patricia Hill Collins. In the spirit of Demeter Press and the Motherhood Initiative for Research and Community Involvement (MIRCI), this anthology seeks to discuss the impact/influence/ and/or importance of Patricia Hill Collins on motherhood research. The goal of this edited collection is to add to the existing literature on Black Motherhood and the Black Family. In addition, this collection will raise critical questions about the social and cultural meanings of race, class, gender, sexual orientation, and mothering.

Suggested topics include, but are not limited to: How has Hill Collins’ work disrupted or undone previous work about motherhood? How has Hill Collins’ work paved the way to understanding the institution of Black motherhood? How has Hill Collins discussed conceptions of Motherhood and agency in her work? What has Hill Collins’ work done to reconceptualize our ideas of Black mothers and fathers? Which aspect of Hill Collins’ work speaks to sexuality and conceptions of parenting? How can we unpack Hill Collins’ conception of “real mothers”? How does Hill Collins’ notion of the “new racism” relate to the institution of mothering? What does Hill Collins’ work do to move conversations of national identity and race forward? How has Hill Collins’ work allowed other motherhood scholars to rewrite the constellation of motherhood?

Submission Guidelines:

• Please submit abstracts of 250 words and include your 50 word bio and citizenship
• Deadline for Abstracts is April 1, 2012
• Please send submissions and inquiries directly to: Kaila Adia Story: doctressstory@gmail.com

For inquiries: doctressstory@gmail.com

For submissions: doctressstory@gmail.com

Website: www.demeterpress.org

THE Abuja chapter of the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA Abuja) in what could be her last major activity before the 30th Anniversary International Convention it is scheduled to host in October, will play host to the 2011 NLNG Literature Prize finalist nominee, Chinyere Obi-Obasi to special edition of its monthly Guest Writer Session, in celebration of the writer.

In a press release issued by the chapter, the Chairman, Dr. Seyi Adigun describes Obi-Obasi as the pride of the Abuja literary community. “We are proud to have an Abuja based writer in the last three and the only way to express our appreciation is to host her to this special family edition of our monthly Guest Writer’s Session.” He said adding that “two years ago, two Abuja groomed writers made the long list of nine in the poetry category, but that prize was not awarded. This year we had two children literature writers, Obi-Obasi and Thelma Nwokeji in the last six and now Obi-Obasi in the final three. That is a testimony”.

The family edition of the Guest Writers will hold on Saturday 24th September by 3pm at the French Cultural Centre in Abuja where parents, children and other literary enthusiast will listen to the author read from her shortlisted book, The Great Fall and have the opportunity to interact with her afterwards.

The Great Fall is based on the folk tale of the race between Tortoise and Hare and how out of pride and overconfidence, Hare that could have easily beaten the Tortoise lost. It was told in the normal family setting of the Mbas with the usual interjections from children. The story as told by Mrs Mba was enlarged to depict the roles of all the animals in the drama. Mrs. Mba also used the opportunity to teach the children morals.

Families are encouraged to make it a day out for their children and wards by bringing them along to this reading as some of them will be given the opportunity to read from the book.

Chinyere Obi-Obasi has already established herself as a children's author with her earlier works, Brave Driver and The Faithful Dog. With the arrival of The Great Fall, she has simply extended and upped her stakes in this regard. The kernel of the story may not be new, but it has been told with a refreshing newness. Obi-Obasi's hands-on experience as a mother is quite obvious in this work, as she effortlessly captured the nuances of children, and even parents, at home. For this, The Great Fall is not just a book for children; adults can glean a lot about the essence of family life from it.

“While we sincerely wish all the other finalists – Mai Nasara and Ayo Olofintuade the best of luck, as the entire literary communities across the world look forward to the announcement of the eventual winner in October; we can only hope that Mrs. Chinyere Obi-Obasi would be the lucky winner, come October 8th in Lagos. She has come a long way and I believe her book is good enough to win the $100,000 prize.

Chinyere Obi-Obasi attended Federal Government Girls’ College, Benin-City. She graduated with a degree in English Language/Literature from Abia State University and law from University of Uyo. She was called to the Nigerian bar in 1993. She works with Unity Bank, Plc, and has written two children’s books, with many of her short stories appearing in anthologies, magazines and newspapers. She is a member of the Abuja Literary Society and Association of Nigerian Authors and married with children.

Deadline: 27 May 2012

This annual contest comes from a 1951 Langston Hughes poem: What Happens to a Dream Deferred?. Just as the poem helped propel the civil rights movement in the U.S., today it can inspire your dream deferred for the Middle East. The contest has two parts: one for Middle Eastern youth and one for American youth. Please answer one of the questions below - but first make sure to read the rules & guidelines. Winning essays - selected by a panel of celebrity judges - receive $10,000 in prizes.

$10,000 IN PRIZES:

• $2,000 for 1 grand prize winner each in Mideast & U.S.
• $1,500 for 1 second place winner in each region
• $500 for 3 runners-up in each region
• 50 book prizes for additional outstanding essays.

Your Story: How does civil rights abuse in your local community impact you? Share a defining moment where you experienced civil rights restrictions (censorship, discrimination, etc.). How did this incident change you? Will your children's generation still face such repression?

Freedom: Given the historic changes in the Mideast over the past year, do you feel more or less free? Reflect on changes in the region and in your local community. Explain, with examples, whether you enjoy greater rights today than a year ago. Do you expect to be more free a year from now?

In the Streets: If you participated in grassroots protests against repression during the past year, why did you join and what did you learn? Describe in vivid detail what you experienced, as well as how your life - and your attitude on individual rights - has changed. What challenges remain now?

Advocacy: How can individual rights be secured in the Mideast’s new reality? Dictators may have fallen, yet individual rights remain fragile. What can you do to protect the rights of vulnerable members in your local community (women, minorities, etc.). Propose a concrete action plan.

Dream: What is your “dream deferred”: a vision of your society with civil rights for all? Share your dream of a civil rights movement in your community. If you like, write a mock newspaper article from the future reporting on the effort.

Film Fest: In 2008, an essay contest winner organized the first-ever Cairo Human Rights Film Festival. When authorities blocked theatres from hosting screening, she held the opening on a Nile River boat. Be inspired and share your vision for a similar festival in your community: What films will you show? How will you overcome obstacles?

Viral Video: You have been given $1,000 to make a short video (1-4 mins) about individual rights in your society. Share the script, which can expose repression, showcase a campaign or dream of a better future. Bonus: Make the film and provide a YouTube link.

RULES FOR THE "DREAM DEFERRED ESSAY CONTEST"

Check out the Guide to Writing a Good Essay, which includes helpful tips for each question.

Who can enter the contest?

Entrants must be 25 years old or younger as of the contest deadline: May 27, 2012. Entrants must reside in Arab League member states, Iran, Afghanistan, or the United States. There is no minimum age requirement, and entrants do not need to be students. Prizes are awarded as cash, not scholarships.

Foreign Students: If you are a foreigner currently studying in the US, you can enter the contest. If you are a Middle Easterner studying in the US, answer one of the questions posed to Middle Easterners. If you are a citizen of the Middle East temporarily living outside the region, you can still enter the contest. If you are an American currently living overseas, you can enter the contest.

Equal Opportunity: All essays are evaluated without regard for race, religion, gender, or sexual orientation of the author, as well as other classifications protected by applicable international US laws.

How long should entries be?

Essays should be at least 600 words, but no longer than 1,500 words. Footnotes, citations, and essay title do not count towards the word limit.

Can an essay entry remain anonymous?

If do not want your name made public in the event your essay is selected as a winner, check the "anonymous" box when submitting your essay. Several past winners have chosen this option.

When will AIC announce the winners?

Winners will be notified (and announced on our web site) by Summer 2012. Judges evaluate each essay for clarity, creativity, and persuasiveness to determine prize winners.

What are common mistakes to avoid when writing an essay?

Do not focus on US government policy and regional geo-politics (the Iraq War debate, the Arab-Israeli-Iranian conflict, Iran's nuclear program, etc.). Essays based on these topics are disqualified. Judges are looking for essays that explore what ordinary citizens can do on the grassroots level to strengthen individual rights within Middle Eastern societies. These civil rights include, but are not limited to, free expression, women's equality, minority rights, religious freedom, economic liberty, and artistic freedom. Check out the Guide to Writing a Good Essay, which includes helpful tips for each question.

How can a brief essay cover the broad topic of civil rights in the Mideast?

There are several ways to address this challenge. Past prize winners have discussed the larger problem of civil rights abuses across the Middle East with a range of examples. Others have focused on one particular country (Middle Eastern participants are strongly encouraged to address their own society). Others have focused on a particular kind of civil rights abuse (e.g., press censorship). There is no one "right" answer to any of the essay questions. Check out the Guide to Writing a Good Essay, which includes helpful tips for each question.

Do essays have to be original and does AIC retain the right to reprint essays?

Yes and yes. Makes sure any quotations or outside intellectual material have citations. All essay submissions become the property of the contest's sponsor: the American Islamic Congress. At the same time, entrants can republish their essay on their own (e.g., on a blog, for a class paper, etc.) and use ideas for other writing.

2012 CELEBRITY JUDGES FOR "DREAM DEFERRED ESSAY CONTEST"

Amber Lyon

Amber Lyon is a three-time Emmy award-winning journalist and correspondent for CNN, where she helps produce investigative reports and documentaries. She covered the Bahraini nonviolent movement on the ground, and was attacked by Bahraini police. Since then she has become one of the most cited American journalists on the struggle for civil rights in Bahrain.

Ahmed Benchemsi

Benchemsi co-founded Morocco's groundbreaking and best-selling weekly magazines TelQuel and Nichane, which made international headlines with taboo-busting cover stories on the salary of Morocco's king, opinion polls, free speech and more. Benchemsi has been recognized for his pioneering journalism with fellowships at the Los Angeles Times and Newsweek. At the same time, he faced on-going legal intimidation and recently left Morocco to serve as a fellow at Stanford University.

Marietje Schaake

Marietje Schaake is a Dutch politician who has served as a member of the European Parliament since July 2009. The Wall Street Journal identified her as “The Most Wired Politician in Europe”. She has introduced numerous resolutions and inquiries to support the civil rights movement in the Mideast and North Africa before and after the Arab uprisings.

Parisa Montazaran

Parisa Montazaran is the first Muslim to appear on the MTV hit show The Real World. A first-generation Iranian-American, this reality TV star is currently lecturing at universities on diversity, Muslim youth in America, cross-cultural and inter-faith understanding, and female/minority empowerment. Parisa hopes to leverage her freedom in the US to promote change back home in Iran.

Jane Novak

Jane Novak is a leading player in the Yemeni struggle for reform, press freedom, and women equality - and she does it all from her New Jersey home. This stay-at-home mother first became interested in Yemen in 2004 when she learned about the imprisonment of journalist Abdulkarim al-Khaiwani. Novak began to publicize his case on her blog and launched a petition calling for al-Khaiwani’s release. The petition soon garnered 1,000 signatures, and Novak was profiled in the New York Times.

Nasser Weddady

The son of an ambassador, Weddady grew up throughout the Middle East and witnessed firsthand the toll of civil rights repression. As an adult he became an outspoken human rights activist and had to flee to the US as a refugee in 2000. A few days after September 11, he was mistakenly detained by the FBI. Today, he organizes workshops for Middle Eastern activists and helps lead campaigns to free dissidents. He is the co-editor of "Arab Spring Dreams," a new anthology featuring outstanding writing from this essay contest.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For submissions: submit your essay online here

Website: http://www.aicongress.org/

Deadline: 27 May 2012

This annual contest comes from a 1951 Langston Hughes poem: What Happens to a Dream Deferred?. Just as the poem helped propel the civil rights movement in the U.S., today it can inspire your dream deferred for the Middle East. The contest has two parts: one for Middle Eastern youth and one for American youth. Please answer one of the questions below - but first make sure to read the rules & guidelines. Winning essays - selected by a panel of celebrity judges - receive $10,000 in prizes.

$10,000 IN PRIZES:

• $2,000 for 1 grand prize winner each in Mideast & U.S.
• $1,500 for 1 second place winner in each region
• $500 for 3 runners-up in each region
• 50 book prizes for additional outstanding essays.

Your Story: How does civil rights abuse in your local community impact you? Share a defining moment where you experienced civil rights restrictions (censorship, discrimination, etc.). How did this incident change you? Will your children's generation still face such repression?

Freedom: Given the historic changes in the Mideast over the past year, do you feel more or less free? Reflect on changes in the region and in your local community. Explain, with examples, whether you enjoy greater rights today than a year ago. Do you expect to be more free a year from now?

In the Streets: If you participated in grassroots protests against repression during the past year, why did you join and what did you learn? Describe in vivid detail what you experienced, as well as how your life - and your attitude on individual rights - has changed. What challenges remain now?

Advocacy: How can individual rights be secured in the Mideast’s new reality? Dictators may have fallen, yet individual rights remain fragile. What can you do to protect the rights of vulnerable members in your local community (women, minorities, etc.). Propose a concrete action plan.

Dream: What is your “dream deferred”: a vision of your society with civil rights for all? Share your dream of a civil rights movement in your community. If you like, write a mock newspaper article from the future reporting on the effort.

Film Fest: In 2008, an essay contest winner organized the first-ever Cairo Human Rights Film Festival. When authorities blocked theatres from hosting screening, she held the opening on a Nile River boat. Be inspired and share your vision for a similar festival in your community: What films will you show? How will you overcome obstacles?

Viral Video: You have been given $1,000 to make a short video (1-4 mins) about individual rights in your society. Share the script, which can expose repression, showcase a campaign or dream of a better future. Bonus: Make the film and provide a YouTube link.

RULES FOR THE "DREAM DEFERRED ESSAY CONTEST"

Check out the Guide to Writing a Good Essay, which includes helpful tips for each question.

Who can enter the contest?

Entrants must be 25 years old or younger as of the contest deadline: May 27, 2012. Entrants must reside in Arab League member states, Iran, Afghanistan, or the United States. There is no minimum age requirement, and entrants do not need to be students. Prizes are awarded as cash, not scholarships.

Foreign Students: If you are a foreigner currently studying in the US, you can enter the contest. If you are a Middle Easterner studying in the US, answer one of the questions posed to Middle Easterners. If you are a citizen of the Middle East temporarily living outside the region, you can still enter the contest. If you are an American currently living overseas, you can enter the contest.

Equal Opportunity: All essays are evaluated without regard for race, religion, gender, or sexual orientation of the author, as well as other classifications protected by applicable international US laws.

How long should entries be?

Essays should be at least 600 words, but no longer than 1,500 words. Footnotes, citations, and essay title do not count towards the word limit.

Can an essay entry remain anonymous?

If do not want your name made public in the event your essay is selected as a winner, check the "anonymous" box when submitting your essay. Several past winners have chosen this option.

When will AIC announce the winners?

Winners will be notified (and announced on our web site) by Summer 2012. Judges evaluate each essay for clarity, creativity, and persuasiveness to determine prize winners.

What are common mistakes to avoid when writing an essay?

Do not focus on US government policy and regional geo-politics (the Iraq War debate, the Arab-Israeli-Iranian conflict, Iran's nuclear program, etc.). Essays based on these topics are disqualified. Judges are looking for essays that explore what ordinary citizens can do on the grassroots level to strengthen individual rights within Middle Eastern societies. These civil rights include, but are not limited to, free expression, women's equality, minority rights, religious freedom, economic liberty, and artistic freedom. Check out the Guide to Writing a Good Essay, which includes helpful tips for each question.

How can a brief essay cover the broad topic of civil rights in the Mideast?

There are several ways to address this challenge. Past prize winners have discussed the larger problem of civil rights abuses across the Middle East with a range of examples. Others have focused on one particular country (Middle Eastern participants are strongly encouraged to address their own society). Others have focused on a particular kind of civil rights abuse (e.g., press censorship). There is no one "right" answer to any of the essay questions. Check out the Guide to Writing a Good Essay, which includes helpful tips for each question.

Do essays have to be original and does AIC retain the right to reprint essays?

Yes and yes. Makes sure any quotations or outside intellectual material have citations. All essay submissions become the property of the contest's sponsor: the American Islamic Congress. At the same time, entrants can republish their essay on their own (e.g., on a blog, for a class paper, etc.) and use ideas for other writing.

2012 CELEBRITY JUDGES FOR "DREAM DEFERRED ESSAY CONTEST"

Amber Lyon

Amber Lyon is a three-time Emmy award-winning journalist and correspondent for CNN, where she helps produce investigative reports and documentaries. She covered the Bahraini nonviolent movement on the ground, and was attacked by Bahraini police. Since then she has become one of the most cited American journalists on the struggle for civil rights in Bahrain.

Ahmed Benchemsi

Benchemsi co-founded Morocco's groundbreaking and best-selling weekly magazines TelQuel and Nichane, which made international headlines with taboo-busting cover stories on the salary of Morocco's king, opinion polls, free speech and more. Benchemsi has been recognized for his pioneering journalism with fellowships at the Los Angeles Times and Newsweek. At the same time, he faced on-going legal intimidation and recently left Morocco to serve as a fellow at Stanford University.

Marietje Schaake

Marietje Schaake is a Dutch politician who has served as a member of the European Parliament since July 2009. The Wall Street Journal identified her as “The Most Wired Politician in Europe”. She has introduced numerous resolutions and inquiries to support the civil rights movement in the Mideast and North Africa before and after the Arab uprisings.

Parisa Montazaran

Parisa Montazaran is the first Muslim to appear on the MTV hit show The Real World. A first-generation Iranian-American, this reality TV star is currently lecturing at universities on diversity, Muslim youth in America, cross-cultural and inter-faith understanding, and female/minority empowerment. Parisa hopes to leverage her freedom in the US to promote change back home in Iran.

Jane Novak

Jane Novak is a leading player in the Yemeni struggle for reform, press freedom, and women equality - and she does it all from her New Jersey home. This stay-at-home mother first became interested in Yemen in 2004 when she learned about the imprisonment of journalist Abdulkarim al-Khaiwani. Novak began to publicize his case on her blog and launched a petition calling for al-Khaiwani’s release. The petition soon garnered 1,000 signatures, and Novak was profiled in the New York Times.

Nasser Weddady

The son of an ambassador, Weddady grew up throughout the Middle East and witnessed firsthand the toll of civil rights repression. As an adult he became an outspoken human rights activist and had to flee to the US as a refugee in 2000. A few days after September 11, he was mistakenly detained by the FBI. Today, he organizes workshops for Middle Eastern activists and helps lead campaigns to free dissidents. He is the co-editor of "Arab Spring Dreams," a new anthology featuring outstanding writing from this essay contest.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For submissions: submit your essay online here

Website: http://www.aicongress.org/

The submission period is open until further notice.

Please read these Project Guidelines in conjunction with our General Submission Guidelines to improve your chances of acceptance.

“Young Adult Novels” will be fiction featuring speculative fiction stories written by established and upcoming writers from around the world.

“Speculative fiction” includes fantasy, science fiction and horror elements. The stories must be no shorter than 60,000 words and up to 75,000 words. They may mix genres and should be aimed at young adults.

Publications will be released in paperback and various digital formats. Release dates to be provided upon acceptance.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

What formats do you accept?

Submissions will be accepted in .doc, .odt or .rtf formats. We suggest you format your manuscript using the guidelines found on William Shunn’s “Proper Manuscript Format” for Short Stories webpage as it will make your story easier to read. Please note that we prefer you to bold your bold and use italics for your italics rather than underlining them.

What do you pay?

We do not pay an advance. Two paperback contributor copies will be posted to the author. We pay 50% net royalty fees (after printing costs and store commissions have been deducted). Payment is made twice a year, with minimum amount required prior to payment being made. International authors will be paid through PayPal only.

Do you have special requirements that I must follow?

Yes, you are required to provide two additional things when submitting your story:

You must provide a one-sentence blurb of up to 25 words (definitely no longer). It must be a statement, questions will not be accepted. Here’s an example on how to write a one-sentence blurb. Alternatively, follow the instructions in Step 1 of the Snowflake Method of Writing a Novel.

You must provide a bio of no more than 100 words. The bio should be written in third person. As it may be used in the publication, please ensure you do not include anything that you do not wish to be used publicly.

Both of these items must be included in the ‘cover letter’ section of the submission process. See below for ‘How to Submit’ instructions.

How do I submit my story for consideration?

Once you are satisfied that you have optimised your chances for acceptance by following all the guidelines listed on this page, you will be ready to submit your story.

Submissions will only be accepted through Submishmash. If you have not used Submishmash before, you will need to create an account with them prior to submitting. Don’t worry, it’s easy and it’s free! (You will receive an email confirmation of receipt of your story and you will also be able to track the progress of your submission through the submission manager.)

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For inquiries: admin@kayellepress.com

For submissions: via Submishmash