CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
Harmattan on Rolling Hills: An Anthology of Writings Inspired by Enugu
Administered by the Enugu State Council for Arts & Culture
Submission Opens: April 23, 2025 (World Book Day)
Enugu has always been a place where millions of stories are born. Across generations, its rolling hills, rich history, vibrant culture, and rhythm have shaped not only identities and creativity but also lives that continue to enrich the world.
The Enugu State Council for Arts & Culture is proud to announce the maiden edition of its literary anthology, Harmattan on Rolling Hills: An Anthology of Writings Inspired by Enugu. This collection will feature fictional works by a new generation of writers, capturing the lifestyle, culture, myths, and urban legends that make Enugu unforgettable.
In a first of its kind in Nigeria, this anthology positions a city, not merely as a backdrop, but as the beating heart of its fiction. Through compelling storytelling, we seek to celebrate and cement Enugu’s identity in public consciousness and showcase its significance as a cradle of creativity.
This landmark anthology will be pitched for academic inclusion and literary recognition, and contributors will be paid a stipend and receive a copy of the published book.
We’re looking for stories that celebrate Enugu’s resilience, uniqueness, and beauty, told in a way that feels honest and grounded. This is not about romanticising the city or overlooking its challenges, but about capturing its true essence with authenticity. We want voices that ring true, characters that feel deeply rooted in the local experience, and narratives that echo the spirit and soul of Enugu.
Let your story help shape how the world sees and remembers this city.
Eligibility
Open to 18 years and above
Open to Nigerians (home and abroad) and non-Nigerians with ties to Enugu.
Our goal is to create space for authentic stories that reflect genuine experience or affection for Enugu, no matter where you're from.
Submission Guidelines
Genre: Narrative Fiction
Theme: Fictitious stories inspired by the city of Enugu—its culture, people, lifestyle, legends, or landscape.
Word Count: 1,500 – 3,000 words
Language: English
Document Format: Submit in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
Font: Times New Roman, Size 11, double-spaced
Compensation:
Selected contributors will be financially compensated for their work. Each writer whose story is accepted for the anthology will receive:
A stipend (cash payment) – This will be paid in Naira.
A complimentary print copy of the published anthology, Harmattan on Rolling Hills, as a token of appreciation and a record of their contribution.
How Your Work Will be Judged
Submissions will be evaluated on:
Adherence to Theme – Does Enugu breathe in your story?
Fresh Perspective – Does your angle surprise us?
Originality – No clichés or recycled tropes. We want just your voice.
Grammar & Diction – Clean, powerful prose matters.
Emotional Impact – Does it stir pride, hope, or revelation?
Descriptive Language – Make us see, smell, and taste Enugu.
Creativity & Style – Bold, unique storytelling wins.
Disqualification Note:
Writers are not allowed to submit multiple stories.
Writers must not have previously published the submitted work in any form—print or digital.
Writers are not allowed to submit stories written by someone else.
Stories should not be written with any AI tool/software.
Stories without titles will be disqualified.
Stories should not be under 1500 or over 3000 words.
Stories should not have the names of writers on the MS word document.
Names of writers should not be watermarked on the MS word document.
Indemnity
By submitting, authors agree to grant Enugu State Council for Arts & Culture non-exclusive right to license, publish, reproduce, and distribute the story in any form (print, digital, promotional) as part of the anthology project.
Submission Deadline: July 23, 2025
TO SUBMIT
Visit the link: https://bit.ly/EnuguAnthology