Open call for submissions

Plant People: An Anthology of Environmental Artists Vol. 5

We are thrilled to announce our fifth anthology that features poets, writers, and artists from around the world. This collection will be published online and in print, paperback. It will be accompanied by an interactive Plant People Writing Guide.

Anthology Theme: Plant People. You can narrate a plant's perspective or describe your relationship with a specific plant. We hope to feature as many species as possible.

Accepted Formats

We welcome submissions in the following formats:

Poetry: Up to 5 poems in a single document.
Short Stories: Maximum 1,500 words.
Creative Nonfiction/Prose: Maximum 1,500 words.
Mixed Media Art: Visual pieces that can be adapted for print (e.g., collages, illustrations).
Photography: High-resolution images (300 dpi minimum).

Submission Requirements

File Format: Submit all written works as a Word document (.doc or .docx). Visual submissions should be in high-quality JPEG or PNG format.
Author Information:

Include a short biography (50–100 words) in your submission file.
Attach a recent photo of yourself (optional).

All submissions must adhere to principles: Works should be anti-racist, anti-sexist, and non-discriminatory.

Formatting

Include your name and the title(s) of your work on the first page.

Submission Process

You may submit on submittable or email your submission to plantsandpoetry.journal@gmail.com
Fees from submittable: 100% of submission fees are used to support agroforestry education and art programs. Book sales used when available.

Key Dates

Submissions open Jan 15, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Publication: Online publication will be posted in September, and the print copy will be published in September 2025.

Editorial Team

Your work will be reviewed by our editors:

Jamie Nix
Meghan Perry
Erica Dionora

A Few Notes

Simultaneous submissions are welcome but must have permission to publish if accepted elsewhere by original publication.
Contributors retain copyright after publication but grant Plants & Poetry Journal first publication rights.

Submit here

Rituals & Remedies, Vol. 2

Theme: This is the 2nd volume of Rituals & Remedies which explores how we begin, endure, and end our days. Do you have any rituals or remedies that allow you to reimagine your week? The steam beaming off of a hot pot of water after 5 long minutes, the crunch of mint leaves, dipping your spoon in an upcycled honey jar for the nightly cup of tea. Do you burn sage or rosemary? Do you warm your small space with two tall, scentless candles brimming a dull light as you make your morning coffee? Do you slice a persimmon and eat it on your favorite floral plate? Do you say a prayer? Who do you wake up to in the morning and what do you say?