Submit to Issue 01
Submissions to the first issue of Mind Matters are now open! The optional theme for this issue is ADOLESCENCE. This theme is open to interpretation and we encourage creative freedom. We also welcome submissions outside of the theme, as long as they relate to mental health, wellness, identity, resilience, or psychology.
We select submissions based on quality and originality, with no strict requirements for style or format. We just want compelling, thoughtful work. AI-generated pieces will not be accepted.
The deadline to submit is March 31, 2025, and the top three submissions will earn cash prizes of $100, $50, and $25 respectively. The top 15-20 submissions will be published in the magazine. Submissions are open to writers and artists ages 13-19.
Submission Requirements for Issue 01
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.)
At Mind Matters, we’re dedicated to sharing stories and work about mental health and wellness. If you have a personal experience, project, or insight, we want to hear from you! Sign up HERE to be interviewed and have your story/work showcased in an article!