Originally, our magazine's name—Creation—was inspired by ecofeminism, a philosophy that sees nature's regenerative power and the creative force of femininity as inextricably linked.
Today, that foundation remains at our core; each spring, we embrace a new feminist theme, using it as a lens to explore the evolving narratives of womanhood and creative expression. For our tenth volume, we are seeking vulnerable, diverse literary and artistic works inspired by the creator's experiences with empowerment, exploration, socio-cultural boundaries, and complex interpersonal relationships. We are pursuing works that engage with women, femininity, gender, social criticism, cultural themes, and discussions of equity at their core.
Genres accepted for this issue are poetry (including but not limited to short-form, comic strip poetry, blackout, prose poetry, blank verse, and free verse), fiction (including but not limited to flash, micro, speculative, and general fiction), creative nonfiction, social commentary, and short screenplays.
We are not accepting full-length manuscripts or works longer than approximately 5,000 words for this volume.
- We welcome all styles and forms, from lyric to experimental, traditional to hybrid.
- Poems should engage with the theme in creative, unexpected ways—whether through personal reflection, political vision, or speculative imagining.
- We accept only original, unpublished fiction and nonfiction.
- Simultaneous submissions are fine, but please notify us immediately if any of the works in your submission are accepted elsewhere.
- We do not accept previously published work.
We are also seeking art pieces, including but not limited to photography, collage, paintings, digital art, and canvas works, to be featured as the volume's cover art. Please ensure your submission is of adequate digital quality before submitting.
- We accept digital and traditional artwork, including illustration, photography, painting, collage, and mixed media.
- Artwork should fit the 8.5 x 11-inch cover format (portrait orientation).
- Submissions must be high-resolution (300 dpi minimum; PNG or JPEG preferred).
- Please include a short artist statement (100-200 words) about how your work connects to the theme.
- Selected artwork will be featured as the cover of our printed issue.
- We do not accept AI-generated art.
If you are unsure whether your piece meets our criteria, feel free to submit, and you will hear back from us sometime after our submission window closes.
Creation Magazine is seeking dedicated volunteer editors and readers to join our editorial team. As we continue to grow both the magazine and CM Editorial House, we are looking for thoughtful readers, emerging editors, and experienced editorial voices who are excited about literary publishing and supporting writers.
Readers assist with the first round of submissions by evaluating fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and hybrid work. Editors take a more active role in shaping issues, selecting pieces for publication, mentoring readers, and contributing to editorial initiatives such as columns, contests, and community outreach.
Many of our current CM Editorial House editors first joined Creation Magazine as volunteer readers or editors. Through their work with the magazine, they developed editorial experience and familiarity with our process before moving into paid editorial roles with CM Editorial House, where they work with clients on fiction, nonfiction, and poetry manuscripts. Several members of our current editorial house team came directly through this pathway.
This makes the magazine not only a publishing space, but also a place where editors can build experience, grow within the organization, and potentially move into paid editorial opportunities over time.
This is a collaborative environment designed to support both writers and editors. We value curiosity, thoughtful feedback, and a strong sense of literary craft. Many of our editors use this experience to build editorial portfolios, develop industry knowledge, and participate in conversations around contemporary literature.
Behind the creators of Creation Magazine, CM Editorial House offers professional editing and mentorship for writers ready to refine, revise, and share their work.
Whether you’re drafting a novel, revising a memoir, or preparing a manuscript for submission, our team is here to guide you through every stage of the process. From developmental feedback to line editing, coaching, and submission support, we’re dedicated to helping writers move their projects from idea to completion with confidence and care.
Every great book begins with collaboration. Tell us about your project, what stage it’s in, and the kind of support you’re looking for. We’ll pair you with an editor who fits your goals and vision.
Editing on a Budget
Affordable, collaborative editing for every stage of your writing journey.
We know that great writing doesn’t always come with a big budget—and that every writer deserves thoughtful, professional support. Through Editing on a Budget, we connect writers with emerging editors mentored by our senior team.
Each editor brings care, curiosity, and attention to detail to your work, guided by the same editorial philosophy that shapes everything we do at CM Editorial House. Our goal is to make editing financially accessible while nurturing the next generation of editors.
Because we take on a limited number of projects each season, patience is appreciated as we review inquiries and match writers with the right editor.
Whether you’re revising a novel, shaping a short story, or preparing a submission, we’ll help you find the right fit for your work and your budget.
See more info at creationmag.org