At The Memoir Box, we cherish raw, heartfelt, and fearless expression. Whether you weave stories, pen down poetry, or explore experimental prose, we’d love to read your work.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
We welcome submissions in the following categories:
1. Poetry – From free verse to structured forms, we love all kinds of poetry.
2. Short Fiction – Captivating stories that transport us to new worlds.
3. Essays & Memoirs – Honest reflections, personal narratives, and literary musings.
4. Experimental & Hybrid Works – Pieces that blur the lines between genres.
HOW TO SUBMIT
Format: Send your work in a Word document (.doc/.docx) or PDF format.
Length: Poetry – up to 5 poems; Fiction & Essays – max 2,000 words.
Font: Use a readable font like Times New Roman or Garamond, size 12.
Email Subject: Submission – [Your Name]
Bio: Include a short bio (50-100 words) with your submission.
WHERE TO SEND
Email your submissions to deeksha@thememoirbox.com with the subject line “Submission – [Your Name]”
RESPONSE TIME
We carefully read every piece and do our best to respond within 4-6 weeks. If you haven’t heard from us after that, feel free to follow up.
A FEW NOTES
- Original Work Only – No previously published work, please!
- Simultaneous Submissions – Totally fine, just let us know if your piece gets accepted elsewhere.
- Rights – If your work is accepted, we ask for first publication rights. After publication, all rights revert to you.
We can’t wait to read your work. Send us something that speaks from the heart!