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IKE: A Publishing Project

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About the press

IKE: A Publishing Project is an independent, artist-run publishing initiative founded in 2018 by artists and writers seeking to create a space for experimental and interdisciplinary work that often falls outside the commercial or academic mainstream. Rooted in a DIY ethos, IKE operates as a platform for emerging and under-recognized voices, producing limited-edition books, zines, and ephemera that prioritize materiality, collaboration, and conceptual rigor. The project is committed to fostering a community of makers and thinkers, emphasizing process over polish and accessibility over exclusivity.

Publishing focus

IKE: A Publishing Project is an independent book publisher based in Portland, Oregon. It publishes short stories, essays, and poetry in small chapbook editions.

PoetryFictionCreative NonfictionChapbook

Selected authors
Janice Margolis, Joy Deva Baglio, Caitlin Horrocks, Maria Lioutaia, Bryan Hurt

Calls & opportunities

3 listed

Manuscript submissions

Reading periodJan 1 to Dec 31
Reading feeNo
Simultaneous submissionsNo
Unsolicited submissionsNo

Artists and writers should approach IKE with a clear sense of how their work engages with the book as a medium—whether through text, image, or hybrid forms. Proposals should demonstrate a strong conceptual foundation and an awareness of the project's DIY, collaborative spirit. While IKE welcomes experimental work, it values clarity of intent and feasibility of production. Submissions are typically open calls; check the website for specific themes or deadlines. Include a concise project description, sample materials, and a realistic production plan. Patience is advised, as responses may be slow due to the volunteer-run nature of the project.

Read official guidelines