WWPH Writes

Submitting your work

Writers should approach WWPH with an understanding of its cooperative, community-oriented spirit. Submissions are typically accepted through annual contests or themed anthologies, so checking the website for open calls is essential. Work should demonstrate strong literary merit and a connection to the Mid-Atlantic region, though this is not always mandatory. Because the press is run by writers, patience and professionalism in correspondence are appreciated. Simultaneous submissions are often allowed, but notify promptly if accepted elsewhere. Reading past WWPH publications will give a clear sense of the aesthetic and thematic range the press favors.

We seek work that is lyrical and dynamic, and we believe in cultivating a diverse environment of content, form, risk, and experimentation. New perspectives and voices with craft and fierceness are strongly encouraged to submit. Send us your best work and challenge us with your ideas and your writing.