Non-fiction pitches are now open and close at 11.59pm (AEST) Sunday 11 August.
This round we seek short-form memoir pieces (between 1500-2000 words). The world can seem an overwhelming place right now. The best kind of memoir offers an antidote to some of this anxiety, exploring big issues through a personal lens and offering nuanced approaches to our thinking.
Minimum payment to writers: $500.
For some recent examples of what we like, have a read of ‘On Motherhood and the Creative Life’ by Megan Cheong and ‘The Humiliation of Writing Fiction’ by Em Meller.
To help you prepare your work for publication, we’ve launched a new course with the wonderful Liam Pieper, plus TWO new masterclass bundles—see below.
KYD members can enjoy $50 off until 11.59pm (AEST) Sunday 11 August.
To become a KYD member, click here.
Please note that Submittable is a separate platform to the KYD website, so you’ll need to create a new account there separate to your KYD login details.
Making Memoir with Liam Pieper
Want practical advice on how to start and finish a memoir project, along with tips on how to best approach an agent or publisher?
Join acclaimed memoirist Liam Pieper in this unique and insightful course. Plus you’ll come away with a finished personal essay (perfect to pitch to KYD!).
Memoir Masterclass
This bundle includes two practical courses from Liam Pieper and Rebecca Starford designed to help you develop your memoir for beginning to end. Purchase these courses together and save $109 off RRP.
Preparing for Publication
This bundle includes three courses from Kate Goldsworthy, Angela Meyer, Rebecca Starford and Hannah Kent on preparing your work for publication and gaining insight into the publishing industry. Purchase these courses together and save $278 off RRP!
