Press · Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte Lit Press
Founded in October 2015 by Kathie Collins and Paul Reali, Charlotte Lit Press is the publishing imprint of the nonprofit Charlotte Center for Literary Arts in Charlotte, North Carolina. The press publishes poetry chapbooks in perfect-bound print editions alongside Litmosphere, its semi-annual online literary journal featuring poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and art. Chapbook open calls accept 18–36 page manuscripts from U.S. residents and citizens aged 18+ via Submittable for a $10 fee, with fee waivers available for financial need.
Open to poets
- Book manuscripts. Annually in spring (2027 dates to be announced. Fee: $10 (fee waivers available for anyone who cannot afford it). Pays: Contract with royalties + 5 free author copies (50% discount on extra copies). Simultaneous submissions: yes.
Official site: charlottelit.org/press/submissions. Please confirm the details there before you submit.
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