The Writer's Workout

Tip: History relates to the story's present. It can teach us a lot about who we are and why we do the things we do, the way we do them. Those who ignore it are doomed to repeat it but also remember: history is written by the victors.

This is an annual anthology edited by Theresa Green. The theme changes each year. The 2026 theme is "the archives".

History relates to the story's present. It can teach us a lot about who we are and why we do the things we do, the way we do them. Those who ignore it are doomed to repeat it but also remember: history is written by the victors.

A targeted resource for short story placements with potential for Pushcart recognition.

Fiction Magazines That Nominate for the Pushcart Prize

Publications that nominate work for this respected anthology series founded in 2015 by Tara Masih to celebrate fiction under 1,000 words.

Literary Magazines That Nominate for Best Small Fictions

Essential publications that nominate short fiction for the O'Henry Prize anthology, one of America's most venerable literary awards. Established in 1919.

Literary Magazines That Nominate for the O'Henry Prize

A comprehensive guide to journals that regularly nominate work for the Pushcart Prize.

Literary Magazines That Nominate for the Pushcart Prize

Focuses specifically on poetry journals with established histories of Pushcart nominations.

Poetry Magazines That Nominate for the Pushcart Prize

Tales from the Archives

Editor's tip: History relates to the story's present. It can teach us a lot about who we are and why we do the things we do, the way we do them. Those who ignore it are doomed to repeat it but also remember: history is written by the victors.

I'm reviewing and contacting on a rolling basis throughout the call. If your work is unsuccessful, you're welcome to send something new before the deadline. 

Tales from the Archives

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