Lavender Bluegrass: LGBT Writers on Kentucky A project of KY Story (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions. We provide the following information as an archive. About The editors of a new anthology are seeking submissions of poetry, short fiction, and creative nonfiction essays. We are specifically looking for work from LGBT-identifying writers who are in, from, or have spent time in Kentucky or greater Appalachia. Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication Collapse section Fiction Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience, including: People in a specific region, Transgender people, Bisexuals, Lesbians/Gays.Genres: GeneralLengths: Flash Fiction: Up to 1,000 words. Short Story: 1,000 - 4,500 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics:None found.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Electronic submissions. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.Multiple entries: Unknown.Media: Text. Collapse section Nonfiction Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience, including: People in a specific region, Transgender people, Bisexuals, Lesbians/Gays.Lengths: Essay: Up to 4,500 words. Narrative Nonfiction: Up to 4,500 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics:None found.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Electronic submissions. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.Multiple entries: Unknown.Media: Text. Collapse section Poetry Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience, including: People in a specific region, Transgender people, Bisexuals, Lesbians/Gays.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: No line limits known; 3 - 5 pieces.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics:None found.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Electronic submissions. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.Multiple entries: Unknown.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to project webpage Report: Correction/Update Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) Lavender Bluegrass: LGBT Writers on Kentucky Submission Statistics The statistics in this section are compiled from submission reports sent to us through our submission tracker. They are not provided by the publication's editors/staff or by Duotrope's admins. Information in this section is updated a few times per day. Learn more about the statistics. This listing is inactive and does not have any submission reports for the past 12 months. Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsAppalachian Story CLOSEDAppalachian Voice CLOSEDBully Anthology CLOSEDDysfunctional Family Story CLOSEDEmpty Nest CLOSEDFetish Story CLOSED MATUREFunny Story CLOSEDGetting Old CLOSEDKentucky Flash Story CLOSEDKY Story Chapbooks CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsMotherload: Essays on Parenting the Older Child CLOSEDNeo-Legends to Last a Deathtime CLOSEDOffbeat Christmas Story CLOSEDPeripheral Sex Story CLOSED MATUREPoetic Story CLOSEDRedacted Story CLOSEDRoad Story CLOSEDSoldier Story CLOSEDUrban Fantasy Story CLOSED Before SubmittingWe cannot guarantee that the information on this page is correct. It is not unusual for publications to evolve or close without notice. We do our best to keep up, but it isn't always possible. Duotrope listings do not imply endorsement or recommendation of the project being listed. Before submitting, you should use your own judgment to determine whether the project meets your standards.Always read the full guidelines provided by the publisher.Try to read at least one previous publication to get a better idea of what the editor would like to see.Unless the publisher's guidelines state otherwise, always use industry standard manuscript formatting.Be professional, patient, and persistent. DatesLast Updated: 22 May 2026 Cookie Consent: This site uses secure first-party cookies for essential, preference-setting, and statistical purposes. We do not use any marketing, advertising, or third-party cookies. Read our full cookie policy. Accept All Cookies Allow Essential Cookies Only