- Fiction and Nonfiction: Submit up to 7,000 words.
- Poetry: Submit a packet of up to 3 poems.
- Flash: Submit a packet of up to 3 flash pieces. This can be in any genre, as long as the author considers it “flash.” We encourage experimental, hybrid, and lyrical submissions in this category. Image + text work is also welcomed. Surprise us.
Cover letters are welcome.
Please do not include identifying information in your submission document. We will use your Submittable information to contact you, so please make sure your contact information is accurate and up-to-date.
Multiple submissions are welcome, as are simultaneous submissions. Please notify us immediately if your submission is accepted elsewhere.
We accept only previously unpublished work for publication.
Winners in Nonfiction, Fiction, and Poetry genre receive $1000 and publication in BWR 48.2, our Spring 2022 issue. The first runner-up in each genre receive monetary compensation, acknowledgment in the print issue, and online publication (if desired). We may consider any submission for general publication.
The winner in Flash receives $500 and publication in BWR 48.2, our Spring 2022 issue. The first runner-up receives monetary compensation, acknowledgment in the print issue, and online publication (if desired). We may consider any submission for general publication.
The contest is open April 1 – September 1st. Winners will be announced in October.
Contest submissions are free for up to 600 Black and Indigenous writers. We do not limit our definition of Indigenous to those from the U.S./Turtle Island. Submit here.
Fiction, Nonfiction, and Poetry: There is a $15 entry fee for each submission ($25 for international submissions). All domestic entrants receive a one-year subscription to BWR as a thank-you for your interest and support.
Flash: There is an $6 entry fee.
Complete guidelines and submission link here.
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