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Open Call - Submissions for Anthology on Classism and Dating in the Black Community
WANTED: Short, funny, introspective, real stories describing the dating experiences of ABlack women who believe classism has created obstacles in finding a suitable mate. I’m seeking creative nonfiction entries featuring a specific incident with a clear humorous focus.
STORY LENGTH: Up to 800 words
PAYMENT: For selected stories, I'll pay the following one-time fees. (Word counts refer to final edited versions.)
$50 for 100 words or less
$75 for 101–250 words
$100 for 251–500 words
$125 for 501–800 words
RIGHTS REQUIRED: Non-exclusive worldwide rights in all languages. Author retains copyright to story.
FORMAT: Stories must be submitted electronically. A story may be typed in the body of an e-mail or sent as an attached Microsoft Word document.
E-MAIL TO: whitenatured@gmail.com with subject line “Anthology Submission”. Please provide a brief author bio.
DEADLINE: June 1, 2009
NOTE FROM THE AUTHOR: As a Black woman raised and educated within predominately white suburban communities, I’m writing a book which explores what happens when you date within your race and cultural differences present a problem. What happens when you were raised in suburbia and your man raised himself in the ghetto? Are there fundamental differences which prevent a successful relationship? Does he stereotype you? Do you stereotype him? Do you blame this cultural clash for providing you with less opportunity to date? Has it made you date outside your race, or lose faith in the possibility of marrying a Black man?
ALSO SEEKING INTERVIEW SUBJECTS. PLEASE E-MAIL FOR DETAILS.
STORY LENGTH: Up to 800 words
PAYMENT: For selected stories, I'll pay the following one-time fees. (Word counts refer to final edited versions.)
$50 for 100 words or less
$75 for 101–250 words
$100 for 251–500 words
$125 for 501–800 words
RIGHTS REQUIRED: Non-exclusive worldwide rights in all languages. Author retains copyright to story.
FORMAT: Stories must be submitted electronically. A story may be typed in the body of an e-mail or sent as an attached Microsoft Word document.
E-MAIL TO: whitenatured@gmail.com with subject line “Anthology Submission”. Please provide a brief author bio.
DEADLINE: June 1, 2009
NOTE FROM THE AUTHOR: As a Black woman raised and educated within predominately white suburban communities, I’m writing a book which explores what happens when you date within your race and cultural differences present a problem. What happens when you were raised in suburbia and your man raised himself in the ghetto? Are there fundamental differences which prevent a successful relationship? Does he stereotype you? Do you stereotype him? Do you blame this cultural clash for providing you with less opportunity to date? Has it made you date outside your race, or lose faith in the possibility of marrying a Black man?
ALSO SEEKING INTERVIEW SUBJECTS. PLEASE E-MAIL FOR DETAILS.
Tags: african, american, black, class, dating, marriage, men, race, socioeconomic, suburbs
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Permalink Reply by Toni Hatton on -
Hello Shannon,
May you have much success with you anthology! I am Author of Don't Be Afraid: He's Preparing You! www.tonihatton.com. I am currently seeking information as to how to compile an anthology. I'm sure there's a million and one ways to do it. I self-published my first book. What method are you going to use to publish your anthology?
Have an awesome day!
Toni Hatton
www.tonihatton.com
www.purposelyhealthy.com
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Permalink Reply by Shanon Lee on -
Hi Toni,
Checked out your site. Wow, what a story! Thank you. I just extended the submission deadline to June 1st. The biggest challenge for me was getting quality submissions. Now, they are starting to really roll in by some very accomplished writers. Maybe it's the economy, I don't know! :) Anyway, I remember reading that part can be a challenge. I have always wanted to self-publish, but I got such a large response that I am going to shop my book proposal around.
Shanon
Twitter: @shanonlee
http://shanonlee.tumblr.com/
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