DBW
Share Your Story, Shape Our Pages
The Literary Department of Dear Black Woman Magazine welcomes submissions from Black women across the globe—emerging voices, seasoned writers, poets, essayists, and creatives who have something to say and the courage to say it. This space is for us, by us—centered in truth, beauty, and the depth of our lived experiences.
Each month, we accept themed literary submissions—fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and personal essays—based on a culturally aligned theme. We also feature timely articles on health, wellness, business, relationships, and culture, as well as event listings that align with our mission of empowerment, growth, and global connection.
MONTHLY THEMES
Imeeli nkan rẹ tabi awọn alaye iṣẹlẹ ni iwe Ọrọ tabi Google Doc ni lilo bọtini ni isalẹ .
Jọwọ gba 2-4 ọsẹ fun a ayẹwo rẹ ifakalẹ. A yoo sọ fun ọ ti o ba yan nkan tabi iṣẹlẹ rẹ fun titẹjade tabi igbega.
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May – “Flower & Fire”
Inspired by Mother’s Day & Mental Health Awareness Month
A tribute to softness and strength—motherhood, mother figures, self-mothering, and mental wellness.
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June – “Freedom in Full Color”
Inspired by Juneteenth, PRIDE, & Black Music Month
Pieces that explore liberation—musically, sexually, spiritual, creative, or cultural—through a Black female lens.
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July – “Rooted in Resistance”
Inspired by Emancipation Day in many countries & U.S. Independence Day
Highlight protest, perseverance, pride, and reclaiming space in oppressive systems.
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August – “She Who Builds Nations”
Inspired by Black Business Month & South Africa’s Women’s Day (Aug 9)
Celebrate entrepreneurship, leadership, and the economic power of Black women globally.
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September – “Sacred Rhythms, Readings, & Writings”
Inspired by Back-to-School season, International Literacy Day, & Self-Improvement Month
Explore books, authors, writings, rituals, routines, ancestral wisdom, or the rhythm of personal growth.
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October – “Haunted, But Healing”
Inspired by Domestic Violence Awareness Month & Halloween
Write about the shadows—trauma, survival, fear—and the ongoing journey toward healing.
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November – “Harvest of Her Hands”
Inspired by Thanksgiving & National Gratitude Month
Celebrate abundance, community nourishment, acts of giving, and the fruit of labor.
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December – “Light Keeper”
Inspired by Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, & Year-End Reflections
Uplift stories about joy, spiritual connection, light in darkness, and what it means to be a bearer of legacy.
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Àwọn àpilẹ̀kọ gbọ́dọ̀ jẹ́ ìpilẹ̀ṣẹ̀, tí wọ́n ronú jinlẹ̀, kí wọ́n sì bá àwùjọ wa mu.
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A gba awọn ege ti o wa lati 500 si awọn ọrọ 1,500.
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Jọwọ ṣafikun bio kukuru kan (awọn ọrọ 50-100) ati agbekọri ipinnu giga pẹlu ifakalẹ rẹ.
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Ti o ba n fi silẹ ni ipo ami iyasọtọ tabi iṣowo, jọwọ ṣafihan eyi ninu igbesi aye rẹ.
We welcome thoughtful, original articles year-round (not part of the contest). Topics may include:
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Health, Wellness & Nutrition
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Global News
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Politics & Policies
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Business & Financial Empowerment
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Culture, Beauty & Identity
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Relationships & Sexual Health
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Spirituality & Personal Growth
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Personal narratives of resilience and transformation
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We accept pieces ranging from 750 to 2000 words.
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Must be original content, unpublished anywhere, & relevant to our audience.
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You must also disclose any brand/business affiliations.
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Please include a short bio (50-100 words) and a high-resolution headshot with your submission.
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If you're submitting on behalf of a brand or business, please disclose this in your bio.
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We accept pieces ranging from 500 to 1,500 words.
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A ṣe apejuwe awọn iṣẹlẹ ti o ni ibamu pẹlu iṣẹ apinfunni ti ifiagbara, idagbasoke, ati asopọ fun awọn obinrin Dudu ni kariaye.
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Include the event title, date, location (virtual or in-person), and a brief description (100-200 words).
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O tun le ni awọn aworan ipolowo tabi awọn iwe itẹwe.
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You must include your contact information
O ṣeun fun jije apakan ti Arabinrin Black Olufẹ ati idasi si pẹpẹ wa!