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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. -
ReadOur 2026 Community Anthologies are now open for submissions
Submit to one of our four 2026 Community Anthologies: On Friendship, On Desire, On Disappearance, and On Trash. -
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. -
ReadApply to Narrative Shifts Mini
The call will be open between March 12 and April 10, 2026. -
ReadApply to be a 2026 Community Anthologies Editor-in-Chief
Applications are open now through Friday, April 10, 2026. -
ReadUpcoming calls and application deadlines for 2026
See what programs and opportunities are coming up this year, and be sure to sign up for our newsletter. -
ReadApply to Spring 2026 Narrative Shifts
The call will be open between Dec. 3, 2025, and Jan. 7, 2026.