Call for Submissions: August Reading Period Now Open!

In the fourth of our interviews with Issue 25 prose contributors, prose co-editor Lauren Alwan talks with Lillian Howan about her story, “The American House.” Set on the island of Taha’a, in Tahiti, the story centers on the mystery of a house in which stories converge and contradict each other and questions are not always … Continue reading Five Questions for Lillian Howan

Keith Lesmeister’s work might be familiar to readers of the museum. His flash fiction, “Under the Cottonwood Tree” appeared in our Midwestern-themed Issue 5, and we’re thrilled to include Keith in our latest milestone Issue 25. In Keith’s story, “Oakes,” a mixed-race man traverses uncertain territory in a COVID-ravaged North Dakota town, and in this … Continue reading Five Questions for Keith Lesmeister

In the second of our interviews with Issue 25 prose contributors, museum prose co-editor Lauren Alwan talks with Marianne Villenueva about “The Walker.” The story is filled with contrasts—the bucolic remove of suburbia in Northern California, the national grief after the attacks of 9/11, the comforts of a middle class tract, the shock of  deaths … Continue reading Five Questions for Marianne Villenueva

Jay’s short story, “Neck Bone,” appears in our just-released Issue 25, a milestone achievement that features authors and artists in conversation with the theme “My Americana.” Though brief in length, at just under 1500 words, “Neck Bone” mines the complexity of a young man’s life as he grapples with loss and his future, finding grace … Continue reading Five Questions for Jay Ruben Dayrit

During August, 2021, we will accept submissions for Issue 25, a milestone achievement. With our theme “My Americana,” we seek to highlight work from writers and artists who are traditionally marginalized in publishing. We will prioritize work from writers and artists of color; specifically, we are interested in intersectionality. By modifying Americana, we hope writers … Continue reading Issue 25: My Americana

the museum of americana is seeking a new Poetry Co-Editor, responsible for reading and responding to submissions for three reading periods annually, attending virtual staff meetings, and building relationships with other publications and poets. This is a virtually-based volunteer position. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work and particularly interested in … Continue reading Seeking Poetry Co-Editor

This month, the museum welcomes a new Executive Editor, Allison Blevins. We're thrilled to introduce her with this brief questionnaire about her work, reading life, and thoughts on the museum’s mission, as well as what’s in store for this exciting new chapter. How did you find your way to the museum of americana?the museum of … Continue reading Q & A with New Executive Editor Allison Blevins

the museum is delighted to share our Best of the Net anthology nominations. Best of luck to these amazing writers!              Poetry "Potluck" by Derek Barry    (Issue 15)   "Corn" by Alexandra Umlas   (Issue 15)   "Magnum Boasted 7 Phones in 1901" by Ryan Clark   (Issue 16)   "Everyone … Continue reading Best of the Net Nominations for 2019

the museum is delighted to announce that contributor Sue D. Gelber has joined our editorial team! She will be serving as editor for our new humor section. In this Q&A, Sue shares about her journey to humor writing along with some tips and resources for submitters. You can also check out her recent work in … Continue reading Q&A with Humor Editor Sue D. Gelber

Sarah Potenza’s 2019 release Road To Rome offers a formidable artillery of empowering blues and R & B anthems. With help from her husband Ian Crossman (lead guitar, co-writer), as well as friend Justin Wiseman (co-writer), Potenza’s follow-up to 2016’s Monster is a 10-track tour de force. Garnering well-deserved praise from publications such as Rolling … Continue reading Emma Guzman Reviews Sarah Potenza’s Road To Rome