WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU
Scarlet is a bimonthly blog dedicated to publishing the work of artists whose pieces give voice to the complexities of our multiple identities. In keeping with JIP’s mission to uplift marginalized voices, Scarlet aims to showcase bold and unique framings of the view from the margins, giving strong preference to writing that questions norms and provokes discourse. We are looking for work that redraws lines and reclaims spaces. Submissions should be original works of poetry or prose that amounts to 1500 words, or less.
Payment for submissions selected for publication on Scarlet is $80.
We are looking for writing with no holds barred: visceral, subtle, loud, honest, confounding prose that tackles a personal or universal truth and that makes us see the world around us more clearly or from a different perspective. Whether the manuscript deals with themes related to social justice, persecution, feminism, or reveals something about what it’s like to struggle through this world, with all the related losses and triumphs and unanswered questions that entails, we want to read it! Our past publications explore these themes with an additional focus on intersectionality.
We are open to nonfiction and fiction submissions, short stories, and long-form prose. Above all, we are interested in superb writing that allows readers to question their place in the world and the nature of humanity at large. We can’t wait to read your work!
Jaded Ibis Press welcomes your comments or questions.
1. Submissions without full contact details will not be considered.
2. Authors are requested to inform Jaded Ibis Press immediately if the piece has been accepted by another publication.
Thank you so much for your interest in submitting your work. Currently, our submission process is closed, but we’ll be opening up again soon for our 2026-2027 publication. We can’t wait to see what you’ll submit!
