This contest is for writing in fiction, non-fiction, or poetry. The anthology recognizes writers who best evoke a connection to William Allen White, ‘The Sage of Emporia'. In his time as editor of The Emporia Gazette, White published fiction, non-fiction, and poetry and became known around the world. Red Rocks, his home in Emporia, remains as a state historic site honoring his legacy. The William Allen White Community Partnership board began the annual publication of Arterial Ink in 2021 as a means of contributing to the operation of the home and is now calling for submissions for Volume II. White's life was many-faceted. We welcome submissions interpreting that connection in many ways: historical, cultural, political, or personal importance, whether literal, imaginary, or metaphorical. Winners in each genre will be published in Arterial Ink: A William Allen White Legacy, Volume II, and will have the opportunity to deliver their winning entries at the William Allen White Legacy Day celebration in Emporia, Kansas on October 1, 2022. The competition is open to all writers regardless of geographical location. Submissions may not exceed 3,000 words. For consideration, please send up to three entries to: William Allen White Community Partnership, Inc., 917 Exchange St., Emporia, KS 66801, ATTN: Arterial Ink 2022 or submit your entry here.

The complete guidelines for the 2022 contest are as follows:

Opening: February 10, 2022

Closing: May 10, 2022

• Eligibility: Only previously unpublished work in English can be submitted.

• We accept entries from all ages 18 and over and all countries.

• Entries should be the work of a single author.

• All entries should be in a standard typeface and 12pt font and in .pdf, .doc or .odt format.

• For fiction: ONE short story or novel excerpt, maximum 3,000 words per entry.

• For non-fiction: ONE piece of non-fiction, maximum 3,000 words per entry.

• For poetry: No more than ONE poem per entry, maximum 3,000 words per entry.

• Entrants may submit to any or all categories; however, a maximum of THREE submissions per entrant are accepted.

• Simultaneous submissions are welcome, but please notify us immediately if your submission is accepted elsewhere.

• Please indicate the type of submission (short story, novel excerpt, poetry, non- fiction, etc.) in the submission form as well as at the top of each submission.

• Include your complete contact information (name, address, telephone, email address) in the submission form as well as at the top of each submission.

• Winners will be notified in June 2022.

• Winning entries will only be included in the anthology with timely return of the official release form.

• Submit here to enter or submit two printed copies of each entry to: William Allen White Community Partnership, Inc.
  927 Exchange St.
  Emporia, KS 66801
  ATTN: Arterial Ink 2022

Questions? Contact reddirtpress21@gmail.com.
DO NOT submit entries to this email address.