In 2019, Indian author Ruchi Acharya dreamed of a literary community that could bridge the gap between the fellow, emerging writers with a fervent passion to create and the world of traditional publishing. She envisioned a place where writers and artists are allowed to publish based solely on the merit of their creative skills. Her desire and inspired vision culminated in the design of Wingless Dreamer Publisher, a forum providing aspiring and experienced creators alike the opportunity to share their love of English literature and art on a global platform.
Throughout the year, our Wingless Dreamer team offers a multitude of themed writing contests designed to stimulate fresh ideas and present an opportunity for talented authors worldwide to contribute perspectives through creative expression efforts. Then, we stream together with the components of writing, editing, and illustrating to result in publications of beautiful poetry anthologies that we promote in the marketplace. Our commitment to providing this single platform and process allows our authors and artists to bypass challenges and obstacles associated with the traditional publishing goal, and instead maintain their focus and devotion to creating works of art.
Most meaningful is that Wingless Dreamer community members become part of a family, and are guided, encouraged, and supported as they take each step toward cultivating a successful writing or art career. Non-native English-speaking authors are also granted access to free reviews, critiques, marketing, and, in some cases, funding for their work. Our community has slowly, but steadily, grown to become a prominent stage featuring well-known professional writers and artists from all over the world.
Finally, we at Wingless Dreamer are devoted to publishing poetry, fiction, and artwork reflecting the entirety of multiple perspectives and varied experiences extracted from the deep well of soulful human existence. As such, BIPOC, LGBTQ, disabled, minority, and other marginalized voices are especially invited to join in the sharing. Our ultimate goal is to uplift the human spirit through a diverse creative community. At its core, the human spirit desires connections through expressions. We ardently endeavor to gift wings to these heartfelt dreams.
Hey there, beautiful souls! 🏳️🌈✨
It’s time to raise our voices and celebrate the vibrant hues of the LGBTQ community this Pride Month with a writing contest like no other! Whether you're a poetry pro or a short story sensation, we want to see your words shine like a rainbow in the sky. Only the most vibrant yet sensitive yet powerful yet passionate yet booklovers will get selected to get published in the upcoming Wingless Dreamer's anthology titled, "Ally & Us" 🌈
At Wingless Dreamer Publisher, we’re all about empowering creativity, celebrating diversity, and bringing people together. So, we’re calling all storytellers, poets, and wordsmiths to join in on this fabulous celebration of love, equality, and freedom of expression.
What’s the goal?
We’re looking for original, heartfelt, and unapologetically bold entries that reflect the diverse voices of the LGBTQ community and their extended allies. Show us your passion, your experiences, your joy, and your struggles. Let your words inspire others and help us paint the world with the brightest colors of inclusivity and acceptance.
The Deets:
- Poetry: Max 40 lines
- Short Stories: Max 1500 words
- Theme: LGBTQ Pride and all its glorious nuances!
- Deadline: 15th June
How to Enter:
- Write your masterpiece 💥
- Check about our literary community and match the vibe: Wingless Dreamer.
- Don’t forget to read the Terms & Conditions before submitting (we know, we know—terms aren’t fun, but they’re important!)
- Celebrate your creativity with us, and maybe even get a little bit of fame. 😉
So grab your pens, your keyboards, or your typewriters (no judgment here!) and let’s make some magic happen. 📝✨
We can’t wait to read your stories and poems that are sure to light up Pride Month in all the best ways!
🌧️ Under Clouded Skies Poetry Writing Contest
Let the Sky Speak Through You
From the gentle tap of raindrops on windows to the storm that stirs forgotten memories, rain has always inspired poets to write from the soul.
Wingless Dreamer invites you to submit original poetry for our Rain Poetry Writing Contest, where we celebrate the beauty, melancholy, and magic of rain. Whether it’s a downpour of emotions or a quiet drizzle of longing—capture what rain means to you.
Selected poems will be published in our upcoming anthology, and top entries will be featured on our website, social media, and podcast.
Let your words pour. Please read our Terms and Conditions here before submitting your work to us.
💀 Submission Guidelines:
- Accepting both poetry and short fiction
- Max word count: 2,000 words for stories, 40 lines for poems
- Original, unpublished work only.
- The Submitter has to be 18+ years old.
- All themes must relate to rain, summer, nature, or rainy season.
💥 Why Enter?
- Publication in our summer anthology
- Certificates to the top 50 contributors
- Boost your portfolio with a contest that blends literary elegance with cultural urgency
📚 Categories: Poetry | Short Stories (under 2,000 words) | Flash Fiction 🌎 Eligibility: Open to all global writers (18+)
✨ Wingless Dreamer Presents: "The Hush of Leaves" Writing Contest
Theme: Change, Decay & Golden Days
Let your words fall like leaves. Whether it's a story of quiet transitions, a poem about fading warmth, or an essay on letting go—this autumn, we invite you to explore the melancholic beauty, transformation, and nostalgia the season brings.
🍂 Submission Categories:
- Poetry (max 40 lines)
- Short Fiction (800–1500 words)
- Personal Essay / Memoir (max 1200 words)
🍁 Rules and Guidelines:
- Poetry: Max 40 lines
- Short Stories: Max 1500 words
- Theme: Autumn
- Deadline: 25th August
How to Enter:
- Write your masterpiece 💥
- Check about our literary community and match the vibe: Wingless Dreamer.
- Don’t forget to read the Terms & Conditions before submitting (we know, we know—terms aren’t fun, but they’re important!)
- Celebrate your creativity with us, and maybe even get a little bit of fame. 😉
So grab your pens, your keyboards, or your typewriters (no judgment here!) and let’s make some magic happen. 📝✨
Calling all writers, poets, artists, and motivators!
Here's your golden ticket to shine on the international stage. Wingless Dreamer Publisher, a relentless champion of literary excellence, is opening its doors to voices that deserve to be heard. We're dedicated to elevating the world of English literature, and now it's your turn to be a part of it.
At Wingless Dreamer, we celebrate diversity in every form. We stand strong with the LGBTQ+ community, promoting love, acceptance, and creativity. If you're passionate about your craft and ready to share your unique perspective, we want to hear from you!
We cover three subjects, mainly literature, art, and motivation.
There is no deadline.
We've curated a set of feature packages designed to give writers like you meaningful visibility and creative presence:
Spotlight Feature - $10
Your poem will be read aloud by our host with full credit and a brief introduction about you - a perfect way to get your work heard by a wide audience.
Voice Feature - $12
Make your mark by reading PAUSE in your own voice at the beginning of the episode. Your voice, your story
- shared directly with our listeners.
Guest Feature - $20
Be our featured guest! Join us for a segment where you can talk about your poetry, your inspirations, or any topic you're passionate about. This includes time to promote your work, social links, or upcoming projects.
If any of these packages resonate with you, we'd love to schedule your feature. Just let us know which one you'd like to go ahead with!
Looking forward to bringing your words to life on our platform.
Theme: Wingless Dreamer Publisher is happy to announce a new poetry contest for you. This September, we decided to conduct an ‘Open theme’ contest for our aspiring participants. Yes, you heard us right! You’re limitless. Harness your creativity and explore your capabilities. Embrace the ideology of being yourself that’s more than enough. You’re unbound and uncaged. Send us your best of best works. Let the poetry flow. All the best.
Judging criteria: Uniqueness – 50% Creativity/Style and Originality – 30% The coherence of form and structure (harmony of words, presentation) – 10% Clarity of imagery and language – 10% => TOTAL – 100%
Rules:
- All entries are judged anonymously and the poet’s name must not appear on the poem itself.
- All poems must have a title and must not exceed 40 lines in length (excluding title). Entries can be on any subject.
- Poems must be in English.
- Poems must be the entrant’s original work.
- Entries must not have been published, self-published, published on a website, or made public on social media, broadcast, or featured among the winners in another competition before 31 January 2024.
🍁 Wingless Dreamer’s Autumn Muse Contest 🍁
Where falling leaves spark rising words—spin your quirkiest, coziest, or most bittersweet autumn tales in verse. Let your pen crunch like crisp leaves underfoot.
🍂 Submission Categories:
- Poetry (max 40 lines)
- Short Fiction (800–1500 words)
- Personal Essay / Memoir (max 1200 words)
🍁 Rules and Guidelines:
- Poetry: Max 40 lines
- Short Stories: Max 1500 words
- Theme: Quirkiest, coziest, or most bittersweet autumn tales in verse
- Deadline: 25th August
Please read our Terms and Conditions before submitting. Thank you. More power to your pen. All the best!