Focused on finding and spotlighting extraordinary new and unsung writers from the American South, our curated list champions diverse authors and books that don’t fit into the commercial publishing landscape. The press has published over ninety high-caliber literary works, including novels, short stories, poetry, memoir, and books emphasizing the region's culture and history. Hub City is interested in books with a strong sense of place and is committed to introducing a diverse roster of lesser-heard Southern voices.
The Cold Mountain Fund SeriesThis series is a partnership between Hub City Press and National Book Award Winner Charles Frazier, spotlighting extraordinary fiction writers from the American South. Cold Mountain funds are primarily targeted for more substantial book advances and for book marketing. Submissions: Queries from writers and agents will be considered by Hub City Press on a rolling basis |
C. Michael Curtis Short Story Book PrizeThe C. Michael Curtis Short Story Book Prize includes $10,000 and book publication. The prize is open to emerging writers in thirteen Southern states. Submitters must currently reside in the South and must have no previously published books of fiction. Submissions: Next submission period will be in 2022 |
New Southern Voices Poetry Book PrizeThe New Southern Voices Poetry Book Prize includes $1,000 and book publication. The prize is open to emerging writers in thirteen Southern states. Submitters must currently reside in the South and must have no more than one previously published collection. Submissions: January 1 - April 15, biennially
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South Carolina Novel PrizeThe South Carolina Novel Prize includes $1,000 and book publication. The prize is open to all writers in South Carolina. Co-sponsored by the South Carolina Arts Commission, the College of Charleston, the South Carolina State Library and South Carolina Humanities. Submissions: January 1 - March 1, biennially
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