Each volume of Open to Interpretation represents a unique collaboration
between photographers and writers. The content for each book is sought via two distinct calls for entry/submissions:
- Photography "Call for Entry." After judging takes place, the selected images
will be posted online.
- Writing
“Call for Submissions.” After viewing the selected photographs online, writers craft and submit an interpretation
of an image in poetry or prose. Two written works will be selected for each photograph.
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Eligibility and Submission Guidelines
All writers are welcome to submit work provided
it is written in English, not more than 300 words, and submitted via email. All work must be original and previously
unpublished, either in print or electronically. Open to Interpretation will consider
simultaneous submissions, but requests that you inform us immediately if your work is accepted elsewhere. Mailed submissions
will not be accepted.
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Preparing your Submission
- Cite the number of the photograph to which your work corresponds in the
file name (photograph#_yourlastname_yourfirstname.doc)
- Do
not put your name on the manuscript
- There is no limit
to the number of submissions
- No cover letter needed
- Manuscripts should use a standard font, such as Times New Roman, Helvetica,
Arial, etc.
- If there is indentation that is critical
to the reading or layout of the poem please note this at the top of the word document
- Maximum length is 300 words
- Each piece should
be titled
- Save your manuscript as a .doc
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Judging
Open to Interpretation judges are asked to select poems or prose
pieces that are well written and compelling, and that offer thoughtful and dynamic interpretations of the photographs. All
decisions are final.
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Acceptance
The selected work will be announced via email. Further information will be provided for those that are
accepted.
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Use of Accepted Work
Writers whose work is selected to appear in Open to Interpretation,
agree that the wining pieces may also be used for marketing and promotional purposes directly relating to the book. This
may include, but is not limited to, publication in print materials, advertisements, electronic media, displays, websites,
and related ephemera. Writers grant the use of their work as stated without further contact or compensation. Any work used
will credit the writer. Open to Interpretation acquires First North American Serial
Rights. All rights revert to the author after publication and the work may be reprinted as long as appropriate acknowledgement
to Open to Interpretation is made.
