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Outrider Press (in affiliation with TallGrass Writers Guild)

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About the press

Outrider Press, operating in affiliation with the TallGrass Writers Guild, is a small, independent literary press with a longstanding commitment to thematic anthologies. Its origins are rooted in the TallGrass Writers Guild, a community of writers that has fostered literary exchange and publication opportunities since the late 20th century. The press is best known for its annual anthology series, each volume organized around a single theme—such as 'Luck'—which brings together poetry, short fiction, and creative nonfiction from both emerging and established voices. The mission is not to chase commercial trends but to provide a curated, accessible platform for writers to see their work in print alongside peers, reflecting a DIY, community-oriented ethos that values craft and thematic coherence over celebrity or spectacle.

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ClosedDeadline · 2026-10-01

Outrider Press (in affiliation with TallGrass Writers Guild) — Outrider Press TallGrass LUCK Anthology

ClosedDeadline · 2026-10-01

Outrider Press (in affiliation with TallGrass Writers Guild) — Outrider Press TallGrass LUCK Anthology

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Writers should approach Outrider Press with a clear understanding of its anthology model: each call is theme-specific, and submissions must respond directly to the announced topic (e.g., 'Luck'). Read previous volumes to gauge the range of styles and the balance of genres. Follow the guidelines precisely—word limits, genre categories, and submission windows are typically strict. Because the press operates on a small scale, response times may be longer than average, and simultaneous submissions are often discouraged unless stated otherwise. This is a good fit for writers who value print publication in a curated, community-oriented context and who are comfortable with a modest, non-commercial literary ecosystem. Do not send unsolicited full manuscripts; watch for open calls through the TallGrass Writers Guild network and adhere to the stated theme.

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