SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:
1. Essay/blog post content of 700-1200 words. Non-essay content of any length including poems, lists and/or flash memoir.
2. Content must be mom/family themed (swearing is acceptable) and can be humorous, serious or sentimental.
3. Can be previously published (we will hold non-exclusive copyright).
4. DEADLINES: Mom for the Holidays, May 31st; Adventures in Potty Training June 31st.
5. Submit a link to your blog post/s or attach your Word .doc/s to: submissions (at) monkeystarpress (dot) com.
6. Submit ONE piece per email. Subject line should read: MOM FOR THE HOLIDAYS or POTTY TRAINING, depending on which anthology you are submitting to.
7. In your email AND at the top of your Word .doc, include your full name, title of your piece, email address.
8. COMPENSATION: Average payment after publication is $125 per single 1000 word essay.
8. COMPENSATION: Average payment after publication is $125 per single 1000 word essay.
9. All accepted essays will go through an editing process to make the writing and the essay the strongest and most polished it can be, while keeping the authentic voice of the writer.
10. Submissions that are not accepted the first time around will be referred to resources and services on reworking writing for publication in anthologies, magazines, and popular websites. You are welcome to resubmit and we encourage you to do so.
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FAQs
Who are the editors? Lisa Nolan and Rachel Demas.
What is their experience/background? Lisa Nolan is an independent publisher with a Masters Degree in English Literature and Creative Writing. She has been a mom lit and parent humor blogger since 2010. She is also the author of two books. Rachel Demas is a mom lit and parent humor blogger with a background in TV and industrial video production.
Who is the publisher? Monkey Star Press.
Where will the book be available? The anthology will be available on Amazon, book stores, libraries, and on Kindle.
How will the book be advertised and distributed? The book will be promoted on over 30 blogs and their social media platforms including Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and Google Plus. The book will be available through Ingram and Amazon.
Will the writers get paid? Yes, average payment is $125 for 1000 words.
What rights do authors retain? The publisher will hold non-exclusive rights.
