Call for Books 2026
We are seeking submissions for books for our 2026 collection.
What we are interested in
Small books
Generative text and narratives
Concrete poetry
Analysis
Visual poetry
Experimental formats
zines
speculative realism
Ambient literature
Combinatoric poetry
theory fiction
Electronic literature
hypertext
Asemic writing
Cut-up and collage
Diagrams
Erasure
Digital poetics
constrained writing
Art books
What to Submit
- Previously unpublished work only
- Any submissions that do not adhere to these guidelines will not be considered
- MANUSCRIPT OR PROPOSAL: Attach the full manuscript OR a detailed proposal of the work as a separate document
- If submitting a proposal, include a synopsis of the work, its intended length, and credentials illustrating ability to complete the project
- For visual art submissions, provide high-resolution images (300 dpi or higher) in JPEG or PNG format
- PROCESS STATEMENT: Include a short explanatory piece documenting the creative process, materials, techniques, conceptual framework, and context of the work
- For pieces featuring human+computer co-authorship, include details about the collaboration process: how it was created, tools/software used, technical details, and how contributions were integrated
- NAME AND BIO: Preferred name or pseudonym, along with a brief biography (200 words max)
How to Submit
- Send submissions and proposals to deadalivemagazine@gmail.com
- Submit email with Dead Alive Press 2026 in subject line
When to Submit
Our reading period is open from 2025-11-01 to 2026-11-01