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The month ahead: June 2022

All the writerly dates to note this month.

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 June 1

Kick off Pride Month by subscribing to an LGBTQ journal, such as Gertrude, Plenitude Magazine, just femme & dandy, or peculiar. 

 

June 10-19

It’s time for Lit Fest, an annual weeklong celebration of words in Denver. This is the first in-person iteration of Lit Fest in two years, though organizers promise “plenty of virtual offerings too.” 

 

June 15

The winner of the Women’s Prize for Fiction will be announced. 

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June 19

One of the many ways to commemorate Juneteenth? Supporting Black literary organizations, resources, and nonprofits, a list of which can be found at blackandbookish.com/black-literary-organizations. 

 

June 20

Our Spring Short Story Contest ends today! Submit for your chance to win $1,000 and publication in our magazine.

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June 21

It’s the longest day of the year. Write a poem that celebrates “light” in a way of your choosing.

 

June 27

Happy Birthday to Paul Laurence Dunbar, born on this day 150 years ago. 

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