Anthology 2025

Moor Imagination: An Anthology of Dartmoor Writers and Artists

Now accepting submissions – Theme: “Wild”

We’re thrilled to announce a brand new creative project for 2025 – our first ever published anthology! This collection will showcase the talent, voices, and visions of the Moor Imagination community, with the working title:

Moor Imagination: An Anthology of Dartmoor Writers and Artists

This printed collection will bring together short stories, poetry, flash fiction, creative non-fiction, and visual art from our incredible community of writers and creatives. Whether you’ve attended one workshop or are a regular group member, we’d love to include your work.

Theme: “Wild”

Our theme for this anthology is “Wild” – chosen to reflect both our Dartmoor setting and the untamed spirit of creativity that defines Moor Imagination.

You do not need to write about Dartmoor. We encourage you to interpret the theme however you like. “Wild” might mean something natural, emotional, chaotic, beautiful, personal, or completely unexpected. Let your imagination run free.

Who Can Submit?

This anthology is open to all members of Moor Imagination, whether you:

  • Regularly attend writing groups
  • Have joined a single workshop
  • Have taken part in events in the past

All ages and experience levels are welcome.

Categories for Submission

You may submit to more than one category, but please send only one piece per category.

  • Short Stories – up to 2,000 words
  • Flash Fiction – up to 500 words
  • Poetry – up to 40 lines
  • Non-Fiction – up to 2,000 words (memoir, creative non-fiction, essays, personal reflections)
  • Artwork/Photography – high-quality image files (JPEG or PNG)

Submission Guidelines

Content Rules:

  • All submissions must be your own original work, previously unpublished
  • No AI-generated content
  • Content can be in any style or genre
  • Work may explore any theme, but we ask for:
    • No hate speech or discriminatory content
    • No graphic violence

Formatting for Written Work:

  • Use a standard font Times New Roman in 12pt
  • Include the word count at the top right of the first page
  • Number pages at the centre bottom
  • Save your document as a Word file (.doc or .docx)
  • Name your file as follows: Title by Author Name (e.g. Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen)
  • Please use the name or pen name you wish to appear in print

If you’re submitting poetry, feel free to format it as needed – we’ll do our best to preserve layout.

How to Submit

  • Email your submission to: anthologymoorimagination@gmail.com
  • Use this subject line: Your Name – Submission Category (e.g. Jamie White – Poetry)
  • Attach your file(s)
  • Optional: include a short bio (50–75 words) if you’d like it printed in the anthology

Deadline

Midnight on Friday 31st May 2025

There is no entry fee, and selected contributors will receive a complimentary copy of the anthology upon publication.

Questions?

If you’re unsure about anything or want to double-check your submission, don’t hesitate to get in touch via email or speak to us at a writing group.

Let’s make something wild, wonderful, and full of imagination – together.