Call for Submissions: Tarry Magazine

tarry is…

an annual literary magazine of original short fiction, poetry, art and other creative works inspired by the people, history, and geography of the Tarrytowns.

At the turn of the 19th century, this area inspired Washington Irving to write some of our nation’s most enduring stories, giving a voice to Americana and forever shaping our country’s folklore.

tarry builds on that legacy to entertain, delight, and inspire—and to tell some good stories.

Thank you for your interest in submitting to tarry! The best way to know what we’re looking for is by reading our inaugural issue, which you can find at Transom Bookshop in Tarrytown and other wonderful local bookstores.

Want something a little more succinct? Ok, sure—check out our frequently asked questions. Other than the guidance there, we’d say that we love pieces that:

• have a strong sense of place, whether that place happens to be where Irving lived and set his stories, or anywhere else;

• are inspired by or offer a different take on some aspect of folklore;

• offer a “slice of life” look at a particular place at a particular time, commenting or analyzing some aspect of either;

• and of course, reflect on, illustrate or explore some aspect of the Tarrytowns’ past, present or future.

This year, we’re excited to announce that contributors will be paid for their work! The payment amount will be determined after we finalize all selections.

 

Deadline: March 15, 2026 

You may submit up to

5 poems (max 100 lines per poem),

3 pieces of artwork (black and white preferred; no photography),

1 short story (1,000- 7,500 words),

2 flash fiction pieces (500-1,000 words each),

1 essay (1,000- 3,000 words).

 

You may submit across multiple categories by completing the form multiple times.

 

Each piece must be submitted in a completely separate file (including poems) so they can be judged on their individual merit.

 

Submit your work here.