elementia is a literary arts magazine published to represent and uplift young adults. We accept original poetry, fiction, nonfiction, graphic stories, photography and illustrations.
Submit your original poetry, short stories, essays, comics, or artwork through May 1 through February 1 every year.
Read the latest issue here
Young Adult Submission Committee
Do you want to be a part of a young adult group selecting what goes in elementia? If you are in grades 9-12 and are interested in writing or graphic design, we encourage you to join our group. Applications are available online. Have questions about the committee? Email elementia.
Teachers
If you are a teacher of creative writing or visual arts, please reach out to elementia staff, to find out how we can help you in your classroom!
elementia is generously supported through the Joan Berkley Writers Fund of the Johnson County Library Foundation. Free copies of the magazine are available at all Johnson County Library locations.
