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Sunlit Sips & Garden Whispers

Sunlit Sips & Garden Whispers is an upcoming anthology celebrating tender flash fiction and art inspired by the small joys of life: Afternoon tea, backyard gatherings, lemonade on a sun-drenched porch, and the quiet beauty of golden hours. We’re looking for work that feels like sunshine in a cup.

What we’re looking for

  • Flash Fiction - word count 500-1500 words. Themes: Tea Parties, garden adventures, lemonade afternoons, sunlit discoveries, small but meaningful revelations.

  • Art Submissions- Mediums: Watercolor, Ink, Digital, collage , or botanical Illustrations. Themes: Teacups, Lemonade, Flower beds, garden scenes, soft sunlight, whimsical afternoon moments. Style: soft, warm and inviting- think cottagecore, garden whimsy, cozy petal aesthetics.

DEADLINE: May 30th 2026 for a JUNE 21 PUBLICATION.

Submit to : Ipswich1983@gmail.com