We Hold These Truths to Be Self-Evident Anthology
In times of uncertainty, what truths do you hold closely?
Women Writing for (a) Change is calling for submissions for our 2026 community anthology: We Hold These Truths to Be Self-Evident, a collection of pieces from diverse writers and poets speaking to their truths in the stark light of the modern world.
We're looking for material that reaches deep, challenges, and bleeds. What truth hurts you before it heals? What truth raises up not just your voice, but the voices of others? What truth do you have now that you wish you had before? What truth sets you free?
Who can Submit:
We invite submissions from all communities and genders to engage with our theme. We especially encourage writers from historically marginalized communities and among underrepresented voices, such as Appalachian, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, elders, and people living with disability, to submit their work.
What to Submit:
We are seeking submissions of poetry, short fiction, creative non-fiction, or personal essays relating to the title theme of the anthology. We do not accept previously published submissions. Fiction, creative non-fiction, and essays should be between 500-1,250 words. Poetry should not exceed three double-spaced pages.
A writer may submit only once, but may include multiple pieces in their submission. Writers can submit pieces in multiple genres.
When to Submit:
We will accept submissions between December 13th, 2025 – February 16th, 2026. After our jury of readers makes our selections, writers will be informed of their acceptance into the anthology by April 15th, 2026.
How to Submit:
A single document containing your submissions must be submitted in .doc, .docx, .rtf, or .pdf format.
Every submission may include brief biographical information about the writer, to be included at the conclusion of their piece.
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