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What We Publish

Our mission to make meaningful contributions to the literary world drives us to publish writers of color across genres as a celebration of their creativity, lived experiences, cultural perspectives, and literary prowess.​

From poetry and prose to essays, screenplays and a podcast, all submissions are welcome for publication consideration in our anthology.

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Black Lit & Lore

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An anthology of prose that focuses on themes of identity, resilience, cultural heritage, and more.

This collection allows authors to showcase their diverse interpretations of the Black experience.

​The anthology is published every two years.
A curated collection of poetry that focuses on themes of identity, resilience, cultural heritage, and more—that allows authors to showcase their diverse interpretations and experiences.

The collection is is published once a year.
From folktales whispered on Southern porches to lyrical reflections on identity, diaspora, and liberation, Black Lit & Lore: A Biannual Collection of Myths, Memory, and Modern Narratives is rooted in cultural memory and literary excellence. This literary magazine celebrates the storytellers, truth-tellers, and myth-makers who shape the soul of Black literature and culture.
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