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.
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.
We cover three subjects, mainly literature, book launch, art, spirituality, and motivation.
Guest Feature - $20 + $2 (processing fees)
This form is for the "Guest Feature" option.
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.
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!
Looking forward to bringing your words to life on our platform.
At Wingless Dreamer, being a team of writers and librarians, we believe every poem carries a heartbeat — a unique pulse of emotion, insight, and creative energy. That’s why we’ve created our Poetry Fast Track: a dedicated editorial experience designed to support poets who want professional attention, swift delivery, and clear, constructive feedback. The question is, can you take the criticism?
📌 What You Get: When you submit up to five poems, our editorial team will provide:
• Proofreading — We’ll catch spelling, grammar, punctuation, and formatting issues so your work reads cleanly and professionally.
• Editing — We refine structure, style, clarity, rhythm, and voice while preserving your artistic intent.
• Insightful Feedback — You’ll receive detailed, writer-focused notes that help you understand what’s working and where your poems can grow. If needed a revised version of your poem.
And all of this is delivered within 48 hours — perfect for writers who are preparing for submission deadlines, contests, anthologies, or personal publishing goals.
What are you waiting for? Visit winglessdreamer.com today.
Spring Went Dark — Writing Contest
Spring is meant to bloom. To soften the world with colour, warmth, and quiet hope.
But what happens when it doesn’t?
Spring Went Dark invites you to explore the unsettling side of renewal—the shadows hidden beneath blossoms, the silence behind birdsong, the stories that unfold when hope flickers instead of shines.
This theme is not just about darkness. It’s about contrast. The fragile line between growth and decay, joy and grief, light and something far more mysterious.
Write about:
- A spring that never arrived
- Beauty that hides something ominous
- Love that blooms… but at a cost
- Nature turning unfamiliar, even threatening
- Or the quiet darkness within human emotions during a season of supposed joy
✍ Submission Guidelines
• Poetry only (maximum 40 lines) • Original, unpublished work • Open to writers 18+ • One submission per participant • Free verse, lyrical, narrative, or experimental forms welcome
🌄 Judging Criteria (100%)
• Emotional depth & atmosphere – 40% • Originality & creative expression – 30% • Imagery & sensory impact – 15% • Structure & flow – 15%
🏆 Winners Receive
• Official Winning Certificate • Podcast Feature Invitation • Publication in the Spring Went Dark Anthology 2026
All selected contributors will receive a Certificate of Appreciation.
PLEASE READ OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE SUBMITTING TO US.
Wingless Dreamer Erotic Poetry Writing Contest 2026
Theme: “The Language of Desire”
✨ Concept
Desire is more than the body—it is memory, tension, longing, restraint, and release.
This contest invites poets to explore sensuality through language, where intimacy meets imagination. We’re not looking for explicitness, but for artistry—the slow burn, the unsaid, the electric pause between words.
Let your poetry linger where touch becomes metaphor and emotion becomes heat.
🖋️ Submission Category
- Poetry Only (Free verse, prose poetry, lyrical poetry)
🌹 Suggested Prompts (optional)
- “The way silence touched us first…”
- “A hunger I couldn’t name”
- “Between breath and confession”
- “What desire remembers after goodbye”
📅 Timeline
- Deadline: May 25, 2026
- Results Announcement: May 31, 2026
🏆 Rewards
- Winner (1):
- Publication on Wingless Dreamer platform
- Featured podcast on Spotify + Apple Podcast
- Featured spotlight on social media
- Certificate of Excellence
- Runner-ups (2–3):
- Publication + Certificates
- Social media feature
- Honourable Mentions + contributors:
- Publication + Certificates
- Social media feature
💌 Entry Fee
- ₹299 (India) / $5 (International)
📖 Submission Guidelines
- Original, unpublished poetry only
- English language
- Focus on sensual, suggestive, and emotionally rich writing (no explicit or graphic content)
- No plagiarism or AI-generated work
- Include name, short bio (50 words), and poem title
🎯 Judging Criteria
- Sensory depth and emotional resonance
- Originality and poetic voice
- Subtlety, metaphor, and literary quality
- Alignment with theme
🎯 Terms and Conditions
Please read our Terms and Conditions before submitting to us.
Theme: This June 2026, 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 2026.
Theme: Write a piece inspired by an everyday moment and reveal how it becomes extraordinary through perspective, memory, emotion, or imagination.
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%
Categories:
🖋️ Poetry 📖 Short Story
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) and short stories must not exceed more than 1500 words. 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 2026.