Are you a writer?
Is your writing inspired by an artistic sensibility?
Then, Modernist Press wants you!
Stephen Soucy is an author who just published a book of short stores - titled - "Nine Hundred & Sixty-Nine" - which were written by a handful of gay writers based on tales set in West Hollywood.
The introduction was penned by author - Patricia Nell Warren - who conjured up the gay-themed book (The Front Runner) set in the high-profile world of athletes.
Now that "69" is successfully under his belt, Mr. Soucy is putting out a call for submissions for his next illustrious project.
The collection of fiction intends to focus on short stories that are connected directly to - or inspired by — a work of art.
"For example, the piece should be inspired by a song, a painting, a museum, an architectural monument, a blueprint, a piece of writing—a play, novel, poem, or letter," Mr. Soucy noted enthusiastically, when we crossed paths recently at the West Hollywood Book Fair.
The art in question needs to be a major component of the story - a character - within the fabric of the story.
The idea may be inspired by a day-to-day event or completely fabricated.
The editor notes that "ART from ART" hopes that the spotlight will be thrown on new and established voices by virtue of the publication.
Mr. Soucy - an outgoing pleasant young man - wholeheartedly believes that linking the stories through art will entice readers.
Because the art will be featured on a page either at the beginning or the end of each story (a visual correlative that will enhance the experience) those interested in submitting for the project are forewarned in advance to keep this in mind so they can meet all the criteria of the competition.
Stories may be submitted (deadline December 1st) with a brief bio via email to Stephen Soucy.
The publisher ask that writers follow submission guidelines.
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Info: shsoucy@modernistpress.com
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