Polyphony Lit, a literary organization dedicated to publishing and mentoring young writers, announces its Fall Contest 2026, themed 'Nostalgia.' The contest is open to all disciplines, inviting writers to examine the textures of memory—how the past revisits us, comforts us, or unsettles us. With no entry fee, the contest underscores Polyphony Lit's commitment to accessibility and emerging voices. The theme is deliberately expansive: nostalgia as refuge, burden, or something in between. Submissions might consider the objects, songs, and places that carry personal and collective histories, or the ways in which memory reshapes identity. The contest seeks work that moves beyond mere recollection into inquiry—what we preserve, what we revise, and what we discover about the present through the act of looking back. While the prize is not specified in the provided details, the contest offers a platform for writers to engage with a rich thematic prompt. Polyphony Lit's editorial vision centers on fostering literary excellence and providing a space for thoughtful, resonant work. This call is an invitation to contribute to that ongoing conversation.