Room at the Inn? CafeLit Gold Star Program Gold Star Bridge House Annual AnthologyOpen 6 December 2025 to 28 February 2026The theme for the 2026 is 'Room at the Inn?' We are seeking stories between 1000 and 5000 words on the subject of 'Room at the Inn?'. This could be a retelling of the nativity story, an alternative telling maybe from the point of view of someone who worked at the inn? There is also scope for so much more. Think of the curent migration probelem Think of those living on the streets. What is the inn exaclty? How can we make room for everyone? Is this really a theme about inclusion? New writers, established writers and writers we've included in other anthologies are all equally welcome. TimelineSubmissions accepted 6 December 2025 until 28 February 2026Editors' decisions By 31 March 2026 or there abouts!Editorial 1 April until 30 June 2026Book design and early marketing 1 July until 14 November 2026Book release 15 November 2026Celebration event 5 December 2026 There are no active public submission calls for this project. Other Related ProjectsCafeLitChildren's Books for ages 7-10Children's Picture Books for writer / illustrator teamsChildren's Picture Books for writersEmergent Reader Books for ChildrenFast track for authors published by Bridge House, Chapletown and CafeLitFeisty Women Non- FictionFeisty Women - FictionFlash Fiction CollectionsMagiPoetry CollectionsRenascentiaSingle author short story collectionsThe Red Telephone YA booksWalela BooksWriting Teacher 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