Virginia Woolf Anthology
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Virginia Woolf Anthology
Indirect Books seeks submissions for an anthologized collection responding to the work of Virginia Woolf. Focused on works of literary criticism and autotheory, we are interested both in writing that engages playfully and seriously with Woolf’s fiction and nonfiction. The anthology will be published in Spring 2027.
Traditional scholarship offering fresh interpretations and innovative essays detailing personal readings will equally be considered. We hope to curate a selection of critical and autotheoretical work that puts forth an expansive, insightful, and erudite understanding of Woolf’s oeuvre in pieces that are willing to take risks artistically, formally, or substantively.
With submissions opening in 2025 and publication scheduled for 2027, the anthology will span the 100th anniversaries of Mrs Dalloway and To The Lighthouse. Contributors will receive a complimentary copy.
Word count 7,000, loosely conceived. We accept simultaneous submissions; please let us know right away if a piece has been offered elsewhere. Likewise, multiple submissions are welcome, with an individual submission and payment for each piece.
Please include the following with each submission:
- A third-person bio, to be used as the contributor’s note should your work be accepted.
- An optional cover letter to introduce the work, yourself, provide some context to your submission, or mention how it celebrates narration; please note that this in no way impacts the likelihood of publication.
- Finally, we would appreciate knowing how you found the press (social, ad listing, database search, reference, etc).
Indirect Books does not discriminate based on the background, education, or identity of those who send work to us. All work is evaluated solely on merit, without regard for any other consideration whatsoever. We encourage those of all backgrounds and experiences to send in their work, and look for writing exploring the range of the human condition.
Thank you for your support of fearless writing.