The Words Faire accepts all forms of creative submissions; either for general rolling submissions or for any current calls for publications. To submit to The Word’s Faire, review the current opportunities, and include all necessary information in your submission. 

Please Include in your SUBMISSION:

  1. Subject - Submission type, Title, Name. 
  2. A Cover Letter.
  3. Third Person Biography.
  4.  Chosen Publication Opportunity (General Submissions, Anthology, Zine, or all)
Submit to 2026 Fiction Prize ║ TWF

The Fiction Prize 2026

The Words Faire Press

Prize $500 + Publication & Featured Interview

We accept submissions of one previously unpublished fiction piece up to 5,000 words. Please do not include any identifying information on the file submission of your piece, only in your cover letter.

 

TWF runs four prizes annually. All prizes have a $15 entry fee, which includes a complimentary journal subscription. Submissions will be judged anonymously by the editorial staff and final guest judge. All entries are considered for publication, but the winner receives publication, three complimentary author copies, and a $500 honorarium.

The Fiction Prize 2026 Guest Judge: TBA

 

Please include the following with each submission:  

  • A 100-150 word third-person bio, to be used as the contributor’s note should your work be accepted.
  • Social media handles (Twitter and Instagram), if you’d like to be promoted online.
  • An optional cover letter to introduce the work, yourself, provide some context to your submission; please note that this in no way impacts the likelihood of publication.
  • Finally, we would appreciate knowing how you found the prize (social, ad listing, database search, reference, etc).  

 

The Words Faire is an independent publishing company based out of Dayton, Ohio. Made by creatives for creatives, our goal is to elevate breakout authors, artists and more who need to get their foot in the door of their chosen creative industry. We aim to provide a platform for those who want to reach an audience through our collection of curated worldwide creative excellence. 

TWF does not discriminate based on the background, education, or identity of those who send work to us. All work is evaluated solely on merit, without regard for any other consideration whatsoever. We encourage those of all backgrounds and experiences to send in their work, and look for writing exploring the range of the human condition.  

 

If you have any questions about the requirements or specifications of the contest review the guidelines on thewordsfaire.com, contact us at thewordsfaire@gmail.com or message us on Instagram HERE.

Submit to VISUAL ARTS PUBLICATION CALL

The Words Faire Press invites submissions of ALL digital art and photography to be featured alongside literary pieces in our Words Faire daily digital publication called 'The Exhibition'', which has a monthly audience of thousands around the globe. We are looking for visual works that enhance and complement the written word—whether through abstract, interpretive, or narrative-driven pieces.


View some of the work published on 'The Exhibition' at thewordsfaire.com/words. 


Submission Guidelines:

  • Format: Digital art and photography only. Please provide only high quality images. 
  • Rights: All rights remain with the artist. By submitting, you grant us permission to publish your work in our digital publication.
  • Theme: Open to any artistic interpretations, though preference may be given to pieces that resonate with the literary tone or themes of the selected writing.


We celebrate all forms of artistic expression and look forward to showcasing your work!