KPC – Across the Water Vol. II | CAPS Submissions for Writers, Poets & Artists

Across the Water Vol. II – KPC CAPS Call

🌊 Across the Water – Volume II: CAPS Members Exclusive Submission Call 🌊

Krafty Page Chronicles invites you to submit to Volume II of Across the Water. Celebrate love, heritage, and culture, rooted in Caribbean experience but open to voices from the US and worldwide.

Your story matters—fellas, don’t be shy! Love, heritage, and perspective belong to everyone—guys, we’re listening! Feel free to share this opportunity with friends and family who may also want to contribute.

Submission Timeline

Submissions Open: February 1, 2026
Submissions Close: February 28, 2026
Review & Selection: March 1 – March 14, 2026
Design & Layout: March 15 – March 28, 2026
Magazine Launch: March 30 – April 1, 2026

Who Can Submit?

CAPS group members (first call exclusivity).
Writers, poets, visual artists, and storytellers from Caribbean roots, the US, or global diaspora.
Anyone whose work reflects heritage, migration, cultural memory, or lived experience.

What Can You Submit?

Writing & Poetry: Personal essays, short stories, or poems exploring love, heritage, struggle, and cultural memory (Essays: 400–600 words | Poems: max 250 words).
Visual Art: Painting, photography, or illustration reflecting culture, resilience, or metaphorical “roses and thorns” (High-res, 300 dpi).
Community Spotlight: Nominate someone in your community whose impact deserves recognition (250–300 words).

Suggested Themes

Love inherited or carried across water or generations.
Culture surviving struggle, adaptation, or diaspora.
Roses and thorns: beauty and resilience through challenge.
Contrarian perspectives on poetry, writing, publishing, or genres.

Submission Instructions

Submit via the Google Form: Submit Here
Include your name, location, category, and a 50-word bio.
Include up to three images only: one bio picture + up to two project images (current or upcoming projects).
Upload your writing or art files directly in the form.

Why Submit?

Preserve culture and amplify your story.
Showcase your art, writing, or community projects.
Share perspectives often unseen, including male voices and experimental styles.

Extra Notes

Original work only; submissions may be lightly edited for clarity and layout.
Bold, experimental, and honest work is encouraged.
Share your submission on social media with #SaltwaterStories.

CAPS members, your voice matters. Submit via the Google Form first, before we open submissions to the wider public. Share your story, your art, your projects, or nominate someone whose work deserves recognition. Across the Water honors resilience, beauty, and culture—let’s preserve it together.

See Instructions on How to Submit

Please Note:

Submission Review: All submissions will be reviewed by the editorial team. We reserve the right to accept or reject any submission.
Inclusivity & Non-Discrimination: Krafty Page ChronicleS is committed to providing a safe and inclusive platform. Submissions that contain hate speech, discrimination, harassment, or content that violates community standards will not be accepted.
Image Guidelines: You may submit up to three images: one bio photo and up to two project-related images (300 dpi recommended).
Copyright: Submissions must be original work. By submitting, you grant Krafty Page ChronicleS permission to use your work for publication and promotional purposes.
Questions or Issues? Please use the comment section below.