We publish
social change.
We’re an arts publisher bringing communities together to do good.
LJ IRL
Making the arts and literature accessible to everyone, near and far.
What’s Happening
15 West Newsroom
Support local journalism by exploring our hyperlocal journalism.
Visit 15 West →Poetry & Prose Contest
May – August, 2026
Randolph Emerging Photographers Fellowship
w/ Buddy @ The Chicago Cultural Center
TBD
Poetry & Prose Contest
May – August, 2026
Fighting the Noise: Poetry for Mental Clarity and Calm
April 11, 2026
1-2:30PM CT | Virtual | Free
Register →Randolph Emerging Photographers Fellowship
w/ Buddy @ The Chicago Cultural Center
TBD
We want to hear from Black writers and artists living in the U.S.! Use your voice to impact arts and literature in your city.
Bring our publications home.
Enjoy the anthologies that spark change and connections.
Volunteer with LJ.
From reading submissions, to tinkering with our website, to creating out-of-this-world illustrations, there’s a little slice of LJ to go around for everyone. And if shaking up arts and publishing gets you pumped, we’d love to hear from you.
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