Gearing up for the next big thing
The latest from SXP and what’s to come!
The next anthology starts soon
Stay tuned for the official SXP anthology open call for short stories this month. In that announcement post, I’ll provide all the details regarding the theme of the book, the updated submission guidelines, and a timeline for publication. If you’re looking to get your work published in print and delivered to subscribers, this anthology will be one to get excited about!
What I’ve been working on
Following the successful July launch of our first anthology, Take Me There, I packed and shipped the XPress Book Boxes to paid subscribers and the contributing authors. It was a lot of work, and yet so much fun. Now, I’m looking forward to 2025’s edition!
I haven’t posted much lately for several reasons. I found a new job and moved to a new state (New Mexico!) in September. Now, I’m traveling for work but making sure to tend to this newsletter, as well as The Library (big shout out to
for her efforts maintaining a ton of submissions). Meanwhile, the two authors who signed with SXP are diligently working on edits and revisions for their novels, which are expected to be released in early 2025.Since June, some new original stories have been published through SXP, a mix of my own and from several amazing authors on Substack. Paid subscribers get unfettered access to all of it, as well as other perks, depending on how you choose to support our work. Personally, I’ve been experimenting with poetry as a way to maintain my creativity with limited time.
Short Stories
Poetry
More surprises to come
I want to thank everyone reading this, the writers and readers who support and share this publication with others, and a big welcome to all the new subs rolling in. You make this small press possible.
There are big things in the pipeline that I can’t mention just yet, but know that I’m excited and cannot wait to share the news. It will directly impact free and paid subs alike, so everyone aboard the Storyletter XPress will benefit!
Oh, and if you’re looking to chat or meet someone new, come say hello in our latest meet and greet thread! Can’t wait to meet you. ~ WM
You're doing amazing work, Winston! I'm excited about everything coming through SXP. I hope the job and move adjustment are going well.
Need to have a closer look at your Substack, Sir!