Submissions wanted (music) | $150 per essay

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: MIDNIGHT & INDIGO

Deadline: 1 September 2024 

Ravynn K. Stringfield, Non-Fiction Editor at Midnight & Indigo, is looking for submissions: 

Black women writers, y'all awake? I’m a nonfiction editor for Midnight & Indigo, and we’re looking for essays for our Music special issue! Send some good stuff my way through our Submittable! Pay is $150 for essays. 

THE MUSIC ISSUE

Are you a Black woman writer with a passion for storytelling and music? We are excited to announce an open call for submissions for short stories and essays inspired by music.

From Saturday mornings hiding under pillows as the sound of Anita Baker creeps under the door…to block parties and BBQs…let’s use music as our creative inspiration!

In so many ways, music is a heartbeat of Black culture, the soundtrack to our lives, tied to memories of laughter, love, struggle, and triumph for generations. It’s more than just sound; it shapes our experiences, tells our stories, and connects us to our roots.

Music has always been a source of inspiration, healing, and joy. It’s a force that transcends boundaries and speaks to our souls. Whether it’s the soothing melodies of a lullaby, the powerful harmonies of a gospel choir, or the beats that make us dance, music is intertwined with our personal narratives.

This open call invites you to explore and celebrate this connection by sharing your unique stories and essays that use music as a prompt.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• The Prompt: We’re looking for original, previously unpublished short stories and essays that use music as a prompt. Your piece can be inspired by anything from a lyric from your favorite song to a song title, or even a personal memory.

• Creativity: Be creative, not prescriptive, with the prompt and let your creativity shine through

• Engagement: Writing that draws readers in and makes them feel the rhythm of your words

GENERAL GUIDELINES

• Word count: Minimum 1,200. Max: 7,000

• Compensation: $0.07 per word for Short Stories and $150 for Personal essays. Rate and word count based upon the final, edited piece. We pay upon acceptance, not publication

• Submissions should be submitted in proper manuscript format with your name, email address, and the story’s total word count on the first page. Click here for an example of proper short story manuscript format

We accept only previously unpublished work. Responses will be provided by October 31, 2024.

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CONTACT INFORMATION:

Submissions: Via Submittable

Website: https://www.midnightandindigo.com/

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