Neon and Smoke: Unveiling the Mysterious Allure Behind the Glow and Haze
Photos/Art:
“We accept photography, illustrations, digital art, collages, and mixed media that aligns with the Neon & Smoke aesthetic. Artists may submit up to three original, unpublished, high-resolution pieces, without identifying information in the files or file names. We especially encourage work that engages with our themes.”
Hints:
“A common mistake we see is when writers send us a strong story that wasn’t really written with Neon & Smoke in mind. It often feels pulled from the “cadre” of stories they already have on hand, rather than something that carries the spirit we’re after—a blend of literary and genre, especially when the two sit within the same piece. Neon & Smoke isn’t “hard” to get into; it’s just “different.” If you’re sending us something you’ve already crafted, make sure it beats with that N&S pulse. Another missed opportunity is when writers don’t fully sit with the feedback we provide. We do our best to give thoughtful notes on most submissions—not as universal writing advice, but to help writers get closer to a “yes” with Neon & Smoke. Our feedback is tuned to our particular aesthetic, so it may not apply elsewhere—but it will help you align with us. We love reading new work, and our advice is simple: if you’re going to submit again, take our feedback seriously—it’s designed to put you on the inside track with us.”
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