October Press Updates
October Press Updates
FALL into our upcoming workshops and events
Hello from our family to yours! We’re back with another update from Abode Press.
Upcoming Event - Writers’ Family Reunion, Houston TX, 10/28
We are so thrilled to be a part of our first in person event! There will be panels, workshops, the chance to connect with other writers, and more. If you see us, come say hi!
Chapbook Submissions - Open until 11/30
At Abode, we’re interested in work that discusses identity, origin, and culture. Send us your prose, poetry, and everything in between. For poetry, send up to 30 pages. For prose and hybrid, send up to 60 pages.
Abode not only prioritizes marginalized voices but is also run by marginalized writers and editors. We understand how important it is to level the playing field. Submission fees are on a sliding scale with options ranging from $5 to $20. Fee waivers for queer/trans writers of color are available! If this is you, drop us a line!
More details about submissions and our author package can be found here. We’ve already loved reading submissions from the last month, and can’t wait to read more!
Workshops
At Abode, we believe offering affordable workshops is important so all writers can have access to writing tools and community engagement. All of our workshops are virtual and are offered on a sliding scale, starting at $10.
On Sunday October 22nd from 12-1:30pm CST, jason b. crawford will be leading Black Gxrls Pantoum Workshop
In this workshop, participants will learn about the history of the pantoum, a poetic form that originated in Malaysia and Indonesia. They will also learn about the work of three Black poets who have used the pantoum form: Taylor Byas, Aurielle Marie, and Patricia Smith. Participants will then have the opportunity to write their own pantoums using unconventional methods.
Learn about Prose Poems with Ariana Brown Saturday December 9 from from 12-1:30pm CST
A supportive virtual class centered on the poetry of veteran slam poet, Suzi Q. Smith. Together, we will explore the building blocks of prose poems and sentences to create dynamic poems with attitude.
Huge thank you to Sofía Aguilar and Tenacity Plys for leading INCREDIBLE workshops earlier this month!
Donate to Abode
If you have the means, consider making a tax-deductible donation to Abode! We are committed to bringing quality literature to the world and your contributions are a vital part of that mission. On top of helping us attend AWP and other community events, donations are used to cover printing and distribution, press tools and software, and author advances. More can be found on our donations page.
You can also support our mission by becoming a paid subscriber right here! In case you missed it, our last feature was a roundtable on writing retreats from Abode staff:
Thank you for reading about all the happenings at Abode. We’ll see you next time!
Abode Press is an intersectional, anti-racist 501(c)3 nonprofit publishing press dedicated to uplifting underrepresented voices.