Mimbres Press of WNMU Accepting Submissions
A Call for Writers Mimbres Press of Western New Mexico University, the newest university press in the nation is open for submissions from writers. It is of little surprise that along with esteemed artists, many writers call Silver City and the Gila Wilderness their home. It is a place and space of inspiration and creativity. Mimbres Press is seeking to publish local writers alongside established authors from other parts of the world. According to Publishing Director, Dr. Marvel Harrison, "We are open to the genres of literary fiction, creative non-fiction, memoirs, historical fiction, poetry, children's books and academic works. Of particular interest are writings with a strong social message focused on the U.S. Southwest, including but not limited to works of history, reportage, biography, anthropology, culture, human rights, and the natural world. Selective works of national and global significance will also be considered. We are keen on publishing local writers who can bring depth...