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Read10 TSW writers to read during Black History Month
In recognition of Black History Month, TSW is sharing 10 pieces written by Black writers over the past few issues. -
ReadIn Unanswerable Times
A response to our impossible present. -
Read10 books by TSW writers for #TheSealeyChallenge
If you're doing the sealey challenge this year — reading one book of poetry per day in the month of August — and looking for a few more books to explore this month, we have 10 poetry books by TSW authors that you could consider reading this month and beyond. -
ReadTSW staff picks: what we’re reading, watching, and listening to right now
We asked our TSW staff about the stories they're currently experiencing or revisiting. -
ReadHow TSW curates our calls for submissions
Hint: It’s a pretty involved process that takes several months and many brains -
ReadA timeline of TSW’s beginnings and becomings
At The Seventh Wave, intentionality and accessibility are at the heart of everything we do. Ever since we began in […] -
ReadThe three stages of revision
Revision can feel like a daunting task, but with a few frameworks and benchmarks, it can become more manageable. -
ReadSeven great books on craft
Over the years, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of books that are great companions of craft. These are just a few. -
ReadOn applying to writing residencies
What types of opportunities are out there, and how do you figure out the best fit for your needs? -
ReadThe art and craft of questions
A core practice at Seventh Wave is asking questions. It’s how we began—each call for submission contains 7-10 key questions—and it’s how we begin: in 10 years of publishing, we’ve asked over 130 questions that we return to, time and again. -
ReadGenre and form as scaffolding
There’s a lot to say and think about when it comes to genre and form. Regardless of which you write in, how can we use them—and narrative frameworks—to help us unlock the true potential of our stories? -
ReadCreating a community around your writing
The process of writing is often a solo endeavor, but it doesn’t have to be a lonely one. There are countless free or low-cost ways to surround your work with community. -
ReadSubmitting your work to literary magazines
Sending your work out into the world is a vulnerable but necessary first step toward sharing your writing with others. -
ReadApply to Fall 2026 Narrative Shifts
The call will be open between May 18, 2026, and June 30, 2026. -
ReadApply to The Workshop for Summer 2026
The call will be open between April 7 and May 8, 2026.