Here at Crayon, we believe fiction & poetry are natural pairings to the visual arts.
We’re looking for immersive writing rooted in escapist and timeless themes – concepts such as beauty, nature, memory, and more. We regularly host prompt-based submissions for writers, and you can read more of our fiction here
Eyes of the Beholden Fiction
Unspoken desires linger in the shadows of a teacher’s life, revealed through art
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Black Ribbons Fiction
Waltzing through cosmic realms, black ribbons tie tales of love’s eternal dance.
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Water Rising Fiction
Amidst a flood, a woman grapples with the past, and confronts the consequences in this haunting narrative of resilience.
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Uncle Bobby’s Funeral Fiction
Reluctant family faces the eccentricities of Uncle Bobby’s funeral in swampy Chipley.
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We Die for What We Believe Fiction
Amid a concealed gizzard surgery program, May’s call for transparency sparks a tragic collision of beliefs, extraterrestrial revelations, and irreversible consequences.
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China Dolls Fiction
Shattered dolls, fading innocence, and the sacrifices made on the journey to adulthood unfold in this poignant narrative.
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Say Hello to My Little Friend by Jennine Capó Crucet: An exclusive extract Fiction
SAY HELLO TO MY LITTLE FRIEND: A Daring Satire Where Moby Dick Meets Scarface, by Jennine Capó Crucet
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The Cherub Who Fell to Earth Fiction
Peter and Mary’s story unfolds with love, loss, and the haunting echoes of cherubs.
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The Wound Is Where the Light Enters Fiction
In Tehran’s turmoil, Zahra grapples with a heart-wrenching decision. A story of protest, sacrifice, and the courage to defy.
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Little Auschwitz Fiction
Unearth the poignant tale of Aloisa’s return to her family home, a spectral journey entwined with dark memories, resilience, and hope.
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