M O T I F is a new anthology series published annually by MotesBooks of Louisville, KY



Each volume in the series focuses on a theme. The first is MUSIC.

Anthology series title: M O T I F

Working title for Volume 1: WRITING BY EAR

Theme for this volume: music

Editor: Marianne Worthington

Submission deadline: August 5, 2008

Publication: November 2008



The inaugural Motif Anthology will accept submissions of these lengths:

prose - under 3,000 words

poetry/lyrics - up to 3 pieces.

All genres will be considered as long as music is referenced in the works. Submissions may address music either directly or indirectly, but the presence of music should figure significantly and artfully in the piece.



Submissions may be poems, short stories, song lyrics, short memoirs, essays, letters, creative nonfiction, or other forms. Combinations of forms are acceptable up to the limits described herein.



Each contributor whose work is accepted will receive one (1) complimentary copy of the book upon publication as payment. Contributors will also receive an ongoing contributor's discount (equivalent to wholesale pricing) for unlimited purchase of additional copies to use or resell.



Marketing outlets will include Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com, and the publisher's website: www.MotesBooks.com. Special marketing strategies will also be utilized, including at least one public reading with selected contributors by invitation of the publisher.



Submit by email.


Include all author contact information (including phone, snail mail, and e-mail address) with each submission.

Do not send previously published or simultaneously submitted material.

Include a 50-60 word bio to appear in “contributor's notes” section of the anthology if work is accepted.

Submission period closes August 5, 2008. Publication is slated for November 2008.

For clarification or questions, visit www.MotesBooks.com or email MOTIF(at)MotesBooks.com



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