Issue 02 Online: Submission

Issue 02 submissions are now open. The optional theme for this issue is Online, but any work related to adolescent mental health, wellness, or productivity will be considered.

Submissions Close July 15, 2025. Check below for submission requirements.

10-15 select works will be featured in the Issue 02 magazine and other qualifying works will be featured in our blog. Top submissions will receive monetary prizes:

1st Prize - $100

2nd Prize - $50

3rd Prize - $25

Submission Requirements

Categories

We accept ALL styles of visual art and writing, including but not limited to the following categories.

  • Essays

  • Interviews

  • Poetry

  • Short Stories

  • Novel excerpts

  • Music/literary/film reviews

  • Photography

  • Painting

Writing Requirements

  • Poetry: 3-100 lines

  • Prose: 400+ words

  • If typed up, use legible font

  • If handwriten, your work will be transcribed

  • If written in other languages besides English, submit both original and English translation (both will be published)

  • If you use outside sources, please site them (author, title of work, date of publication)

Art Requirements

  • Ensure you upload a clear photo of your work

  • Include a title for each work

  • Include which mediums you used (watercolor, oil paint, marker, etc.)

As part of our upcoming issue, Online, we’re collecting songs from young people around the world that help them get through rough days.

Take 2 minutes to share your favorite song to be published in our next issue and the chance to win $25. Submissions close July 31, 2025.

Share your Favorite Song!