However, if you don't have a transformational story to tell, we welcome all genres of writing. Rock the Word sponsors affinity fellowships in the areas of non-fiction, creative writing and fiction; testimonial and inspirational writing; poetry and spoken word; writing for screen and stage; and opinion and reviews.

No matter what sort of writing you would like to submit, the process is the same. Please send your original writing to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for consideration. By submitting your essay, nonfiction story, poem, review, opinion piece, testimonial, inspirational piece, short story, or long-form creative story to us, you are giving us permission to edit it. A volunteer editor will edit it for grammar, clarity, coherent purpose, accuracy, and appropriateness. The edited piece will be sent back to you for your approval. If you're comfortable with the changes, then the RTW leadership team will post it on the appropriate web page as soon as possible.

By the way, every posted piece needs to be accompanied by a photograph. If you are able to supply one, that's great! Otherwise we will find something appropriate.

If you have any questions, please contact the leader in charge of your genre HERE.