Under the Gum Tree is a digital literary arts magazine, published quarterly and accepting continuous submissions. The editors are looking to publish creative nonfiction: true stories about human interactions — with each other, with food, with music, with film, that are told in original and beautiful ways. In particular, we are seeking stories related to music, film and food.  Get a free copy of our premiere issue when you sign up for our...

Yes the rumours are true! The Flaneur is heading into the exciting realm of ebook publishing. We are looking for short stories under the theme Urban Shorts. This can be interpreted in any way that you wish. The deadline is the end of May 31, 2012. We are looking for stories of all lengths up to around 6000 words, although this is negotiable if a longer story fits the call. The best stories will be published in an ebook and possibly a paper book...

Deadline: May 28, 2012 Sponsored by St. Jerome’s University dept. of English, this annual contest is for short fiction by writers who have not yet published a novel or story collection. $1000 top prize, all entries will be considered for paid publication ($250) in The New Quarterly, one of Canada’s liveliest literary magazines. Open to Canadian citizens or residents only. No word limit. All entries will be judged blind. $40 entry...

Note: This competition will be open only to people residing in India. The first stipend for a student is like a dream come true. It signals the transition from the ‘learner’ phase to the ‘earner’ phase. It’s  a recognition of you finally having arrived on the world stage. Its a milestone that you would always cherish. Truth be told, a matter of great personal pride, a first stipend, however small, is special in so many ways. You may have...

Midlife Collage Writing Contest! Enter a Writing Contest. US citizens and legal residents age 40 and over. Weekly writing contest with a cash prize of $50 to the winner. Send us a short story — your story about an experience in midlife. No word minimum. No fee to enter. Multiple entries are allowed. There is currently no limit on the number of weekly contests that you may enter. Readers rate the vignettes. The winner is the vignette with...