This winter, local writers have the opportunity to submit their work for recognition to the Fargo Public Library’s “Northern Narratives” and Itasca State Community College’s “Spring Thaw.” Both publications give writers of all genres — including poetry, fiction, nonfiction and more — the opportunity to share their work and get published.

‘Northern Narratives’

The Fargo Public Library is currently seeking writing submissions for their writing competition, “Northern Narratives.”

A first for the library, the project was created to inspire local writers and act as an heirloom for future generations. All works selected will be included in the library’s North Dakota collection.

The library is seeking submissions for a variety of categories, including fiction, nonfiction, essays and poetry.

The contest is open to teens and adults 13 years of age and older. Deadline for submissions is Feb. 26 and can be sent to events@fargolibrary.org. The works will be published in April.

Guidelines for submission include original and unpublished works that have been proofread and edited. The entries are final and will not be returned to submitters after the contest closes. The works will become property of the Fargo Public Library.

Full rules and guidelines are available at the City of Fargo website. For more information or questions, contact Sunny at (701) 241 – 1472 or Zach at (701) 476 – 4026.

‘Spring Thaw’

Each year, the Itasca State Community College asks community members to submit work to their annual literary magazine, “Spring Thaw.”

“Spring Thaw” accepts multiple genres, including essays, short stories, poems and artwork and photography.

Deadline for submissions is Feb. 3. Work will be selected and published later in the spring. Submissions can be emailed to Lisa Marcis at lisa.marcis@itascacc.com under the following guidelines:

• Attach work as a separate document without identifying information, like your name.
• The email itself should contain all your information, including your name, contact information and title of the work you’re submitting. Subject the email as “Spring Thaw.”
• If your work cannot be scanned, contact Lisa Marcis.

For more information and for any questions about “Spring Thaw,” contact Lisa Marcis at lisa.marcis@itascacc.com or at 322 – 2439.