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THE PRISM FORUM

The Professional Arena for Community Participation

The Prism Forum is an expanding layer of many paths. It is a world where multiple forms of writing, art, and creativity grow in different directions while remaining deeply connected to Ink Gladiators Press’ Communities, its Forest Homes, and newspace at The Derecho.

Each professional label below carries its own rhythm, managed through its categorized shelf, and is published based on feeling, mood, or need.

Before stepping onto any professional front, please review our rules, guidelines and protocols at the end of this page.

Masqueraders

Zine Details

The Vision: A multilingual zine collection (separate from the solo zine series, The Lanterns) of books released in groups of 3 to 8—either in advance or after a few years have passed. These works cover broad topics, subjects, and genres, serving one ultimate outcome: Unwrapping the stigma of mental health.
The Backbone: A community zine initiative by Translations Of Hope (TOH).
Future Shelf: Masqueraders at The IGP Library.

Participation

Entry Requirements: Free for Youth Warriors only. For all others aged 20 years and above, the fee is USD 3.25 / INR 250.
Pay INR 250 Pay USD 3.25

🎭 Masqueraders Mental Health Zine Submission Form

A Community Initiative by Translations Of Hope (TOH)
Important: Before submitting, please ensure you have completed your payment.
Part 1: Identity & Contact
For internal records and verification. If you wish to remain public-facing anonymously, your real name will never be shared; only your moniker will publish.
Your preferred pen name displayed publicly on The Celestial Sky master directory.
Please leave a personal quote here. This epigram must be completely original and yours.
A legitimate, active email address for submission status updates.
Provide a handle (Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.) that you check regularly.
Part 2: Verification
Paste the exact transaction reference number received immediately after completing your payment.
Part 3: The Submission
Active Theme: “Who do you want to speak up for today?”
For Writing/Poetry: Type/copy-paste piece directly (max 4-8 lines / 1 short paragraph). For Art/Photography: Paste an active Google Drive link containing your high-res image (300 DPI+). Note: Multiple pieces require separate form entries.
Enter the official title. If untitled, type "Untitled" or write a specific reason why you want it left unnamed to use it as your signature.
Part 4: Legal Declaration
By entering your full legal name below, you confirm that this is your uncompromised original work, it is entirely free from AI generation, you accept the submission terms, and you authorize Ink Gladiators Press to review your piece under these guidelines.

You understand that this form serves as a consideration to be included in the publication, but does not guarantee that your submitted work will qualify. If you don't see your name on Instagram @inkgladiatorspress when we announce an upcoming publication, then you are free to submit elsewhere.

For paid entries, you explicitly understand that the submission fee is completely non-refundable, as it directly covers our time to evaluate whether your work is a good fit for this publication. For the free entries, the form details will be shared via email after getting your parent's, guardian or a professor/teacher's permission. Likewise, if your work gets accepted elsewhere and you are not allowed to publish your work with any other press, letting us know before the publication announcement would be considerate, as we may not always be able to withdraw a piece if it is close to a publishing date.

Note: Withdrawals via email before announcements are appreciated if accepted elsewhere.
Enter your full legal name to legally sign and verify the declaration above.
The Justice Journal

Journal Details

The Vision: A tapestry journal collection (separate from the Things That Matter Journal) containing little books of forest green. These books can be heavy, weighty, and disturbing, focusing entirely on witnessing global crises that affect the most vulnerable without escape or avoidance. The goal is to speak up on Earthian matters affecting humanity’s spirit through the expressive language of words, art, and creativity.
The Backbone: An initiative by Our Earthians Community Group (OECG).
Future Shelf: Shields at The IGP Library.

Participation

Entry Requirements: Free for Youth Warriors only. For all others aged 20 years and above, the fee is USD 3.25 / INR 250.
Pay INR 250 Pay USD 3.25

⚖️ The Justice Journal Submission Form

A Tapestry Journal Collection by Our Earthians Community Group (OECG)
Important: Before submitting, please ensure you have completed your payment.
Part 1: Identity & Contact
For internal records and verification. If you wish to remain public-facing anonymously, your real name will never be shared; only your moniker will publish.
Your preferred pen name displayed publicly on The Celestial Sky master directory.
Please leave a personal quote here. This epigram must be completely original and yours.
A legitimate, active email address for submission status updates.
Provide a handle (Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.) that you check regularly.
Part 2: Verification
Paste the exact transaction reference number received immediately after completing your payment.
Part 3: The Submission
Active Theme: “For those who have been a target for bullying, workplace mobbing, and smear campaigns.”
For Writing/Poetry: Type/copy-paste piece directly (maximum of 500 words or one short paragraph of 100 words). For Art/Photography: Paste an active Google Drive link containing your high-res image (300 DPI+). Note: Multiple pieces require separate form entries.
Enter the official title. If untitled, type "Untitled" or write a specific reason why you want it left unnamed to use it as your signature.
Part 4: Legal Declaration
By entering your full legal name below, you confirm that this is your uncompromised original work, it is entirely free from AI generation, you accept the submission terms, and you authorize Ink Gladiators Press to review your piece under these guidelines.

You understand that this form serves as a consideration to be included in the publication, but does not guarantee that your submitted work will qualify. If you don't see your name on Instagram @inkgladiatorspress when we announce an upcoming publication, then you are free to submit elsewhere.

For paid entries, you explicitly understand that the submission fee is completely non-refundable, as it directly covers our time to evaluate whether your work is a good fit for this publication. For the free entries, the form details will be shared via email after getting your parent's, guardian or a professor/teacher's permission. Likewise, if your work gets accepted elsewhere and you are not allowed to publish your work with any other press, letting us know before the publication announcement would be considerate, as we may not always be able to withdraw a piece if it is close to a publishing date.

Note: Withdrawals via email before announcements are appreciated if accepted elsewhere.
Enter your full legal name to legally sign and verify the declaration above.
Oot’s Library Series

Series Details

The Vision: Short Story Journal publications where each work is transformed into a visual piece and released in batches of 3, without a fixed schedule. A select few will be featured for free to be read by all. These publications carry stories of survival, truth, and projections, processed through the imaginative filter of creative tales. The goal is to celebrate the well-being of the inner child by encouraging the art of writing fairytales through memories of hardships, trials, and joy.
The Backbone: An initiative of Warrior, You Are Loved (WYAL) at the Fairytale Fireplace.
Shelf: Pickletons at The IGP Library.

Participation

Entry Requirements: Free for Mighty Ink Gladiators and Youth Warriors only. For all others aged 20 years and above, the fee is USD 3.25 / INR 250.
Pay INR 250 Pay USD 3.25

📖 Oot’s Library Series Submission Form

A Short Story Journal Publication by Warrior, You Are Loved (WYAL)
Important: Before filling out this form, please ensure you have completed your payment.
Part 1: Identity & Contact
Enter your full legal name. This is strictly for internal records and verification. If you wish to remain anonymous to the public, your real name will never be shared; we will only publish your moniker.
Leave your preferred pen name or moniker here if you do not want your real name displayed publicly on The Celestial Sky master directory.
Please leave a personal quote here. This epigram must be completely original and yours.
Provide a legitimate, active email address so the IGP team can contact you regarding your submission status.
Add a social media handle that you use regularly.
Part 2: Verification
Enter the transaction reference number you receive after you pay the fee.
Part 3: The Submission
Active Theme: “Fairytales—whether sad, happy, or cliffhangers that give readers their own visual of endings.”
You can refer to our Timeless Prompt Calendar, but you are not required to use the prompts in order to submit.
Type or copy-paste your short story directly below. Your submission must be between 250 and 500 words maximum.
Note: This specific series only accepts short story text. No art or photography submissions are permitted for this form. If you are submitting multiple stories, you must complete and submit a separate form for each entry.

Bonus Opportunity: Some selected pieces will get directly featured as a short story at our book club—Fairytale Fireplace, apart from getting published in our Oot's Library Series.
Part 4: Legal Declaration
By entering your full legal name below, you confirm that this is your uncompromised original work, it is entirely free from AI generation, you accept the submission terms, and you authorize Ink Gladiators Press to review your piece under these guidelines.

You understand that this form serves as a consideration to be included in the publication, but does not guarantee that your submitted work will qualify. If you don't see your name on Instagram @inkgladiatorspress when we announce an upcoming publication, then you are free to submit elsewhere.

For paid entries, you explicitly understand that the submission fee is completely non-refundable, as it directly covers our time to evaluate whether your work is a good fit for this publication. For the free entries, the form details will be shared via email after getting your parent's, guardian or a professor/teacher's permission. Likewise, if your work gets accepted elsewhere and you are not allowed to publish your work with any other press, letting us know before the publication announcement would be considerate, as we may not always be able to withdraw a piece if it is close to a publishing date.

Note: Withdrawals via email before announcements are appreciated if accepted elsewhere.
Enter your full legal name to legally sign and verify the declaration above.
The Evergreen Vault

Realm Details

The Vision: A protective treasure chest for creatives where workshops, courses, and practical creative tools can be accessed and used all year long. The goal is to hand over treasured tips, lessons, and vital tools that every Ink Gladiator—whether writer, artist, or creative—might need on their journey.
The Backbone: A Camp Hatch initiative.
The Place: Resources at The Evergreen Vault.

Participation

Entry Requirements: To submit your links on completed DIY articles, workshops, and courses for consideration to be part of our recommended sources, the fee is USD 5.00 / INR 350.
Pay INR 350 Pay USD 5

📦 The Evergreen Vault Submission Form

A Creative Resource Initiative by Camp Hatch
Part 1: Identity & Contact
Enter your full legal name. This is strictly for internal records and verification. If you wish to remain anonymous to the public, your real name will never be shared; we will only publish your moniker.
Leave your preferred pen name or moniker here if you do not want your real name displayed publicly on The Celestial Sky master directory.
Please leave a personal quote here. This quote must be completely original and yours.
Provide a legitimate, active email address so the IGP team can contact you regarding your submission status.
Add a social media handle that you use regularly.
Part 2: Verification
Enter the transaction reference number you receive after you pay the fee.
Part 3: The Resource Submission
Resource Intent: This space is dedicated exclusively to gathering high-value workshops, courses, and self-publishing tips, newsletters, or articles that creators can read or access. Qualified submissions will be considered to be featured at Camp Hatch by IGP SHIP. The Evergreen Vault will be recommended in our upcoming DIY Pines Bookshelf so if your resource is listed, then your resource becomes a vital option for someoneelse needing what you bring.

Please Note: We will only be spotlighting your work as curated material for self-publishing authors to find, buy, or access, and contact you if needed.
Provide the active URL link(s) to your completed workshop, course, newsletter, or educational article.
(Note: If your course or workshop link changes or goes offline in the future, it is your responsibility to email us the updated link so your listing remains active.)
Provide a brief sentence that clearly describes what your resource or tool is about.
Part 4: Legal Declaration
By entering your full legal name below, you confirm that this is your uncompromised original work, it is entirely free from AI generation, you accept the submission terms, and you authorize Ink Gladiators Press to review your piece under these guidelines.

You understand that this form serves as a consideration to be included in The Evergreen Vault at CAMP Hatch's recommended materials but does not guarantee that your submitted work will qualify. If you don't see your name there within three months of submitting your links, then you are free to submit elsewhere. You explicitly understand that the submission fee is completely non-refundable, as it directly covers our time and resources to evaluate whether your material is a good fit for our ecosystem.

Likewise, if your work gets accepted by us, and we receive valid evidence of unsatisfied creators, we reserve the right to remove your listing after formally emailing you that we have for reasons provided to us by users. Of course, this will only happen if we get more than three feedback emails.
Enter your full legal name to legally sign and verify the declaration above.
Moody Mags

Collection Details

The Vision: A tidal wave collection of diaries, notebooks, and journals. This initiative aims to provide intentionally designed pages for emotions, feelings, and ideas to have a place to rest in reflection, revisit in moments of growth, and restore in action.
The Backbone: A A Bottle Of Sand initiative.
Shelf: Clouds at The IGP Library.

Participation

Entry Requirements: Free for all. There is no verification fee required to share your reflections here.

📓 Moody Mags Submission Form

A Tidal Wave Collection by A Bottle Of Sand
Part 1: Identity & Contact
Enter your full legal name. This is strictly for internal records and verification. If you wish to remain anonymous to the public, your real name will never be shared; we will only publish your moniker.
Leave your preferred pen name or moniker here if you do not want your real name displayed publicly on The Celestial Sky master directory.
Please leave a personal quote here. This quote must be completely original and yours.
Provide a legitimate, active email address so the IGP team can contact you regarding your submission status.
Add a social media handle that you use regularly.
Part 2: The Moody Mags Submission
Submission Rules: This arena is dedicated exclusively to short, punchy reflections. You may submit a maximum of 13 quotes in a single period. Please note that there are no titles or custom signature reasons for this specific form, and not all submissions may be selected for publication.

The Bonus: By sharing your words here, you open the door to some incredible features! If your pieces qualify, your selected quotes may be featured for free on A Bottle Of Sand's postcard epistolary gallery of photos and art, or even permanently catalogued on IGP's favorite quotes list on Goodreads, giving your epigrams a wide public platform in the wild wide world!
Please type out your original quotes below. Ensure each quote is kept to a brief window of 1 to 3 sentences maximum.
Part 3: Legal Declaration
By entering your full legal name below, you confirm that this is your uncompromised original work, it is entirely free from AI generation, you accept the submission terms, and you authorize Ink Gladiators Press to review your piece under these guidelines.

You understand that this form serves as a consideration to be included in our publications but does not guarantee selection.
Enter your full legal name to legally sign and verify the declaration above.
Timeless Souvenirs

Gallery Details

The Vision: A postcard epistolary gallery digital publication showcasing an artist or photographer, released in batches of 7 to 30 without a fixed schedule. The goal is to support, feature, and collaborate with photographers, artists, and creatives from all over the world.
The Backbone: An Ink Gladiators Press Ship (IGPS) initiative.
Location: A Bottle Of Sand.

Participation

Entry Requirements: Free for all. There is no verification fee required to share your visual records here.

📸 Timeless Souvenirs Submission Form

A Postcard Epistolary Gallery by Ink Gladiators Press Ship (IGPS)
Part 1: Identity & Contact
Enter your full legal name. This is strictly for internal records and verification. If you wish to remain anonymous to the public, your real name will never be shared; we will only publish your moniker.
Leave your preferred pen name or moniker here if you do not want your real name displayed publicly on The Celestial Sky master directory.
Please leave a personal quote here. This quote must be completely original and yours.
Provide a legitimate, active email address so the IGP team can contact you regarding your submission status.
Add a social media handle that you use regularly.
Part 2: The Timeless Souvenirs Submission
Submission Rules: This arena is dedicated to capturing moments, stages, and visually stunning spaces. You must submit your work via active high-resolution links. You can submit up to 13 to 25 pieces of mixed media in a single period. Not all submissions may be selected for publication.

The Bonus: By sharing your visuals here, your work has the chance to be featured globally! Selected photography, art, or performance stills will be showcased for free with a line of poetry or a quote at A Bottle Of Sand's postcard epistolary gallery of photos and art to collaborate with other Word Maestros and Visual Artisans from all over the world!
Enter the official title of your photograph, art, or performance still.
Provide a link (Google Drive, Dropbox, or equivalent) to your high-resolution titled photograph, art piece, or performance still.
(Note: If you are submitting an image of an art piece or photograph, ensure the link remains active for at least a year and is 300 DPI or higher.)
For Photographs: State the Place and Country where it was taken, along with the Year (if possible).
For Art / Performance Stills: Include a one-line description about the piece, the name of the photographer, the name of the performer, or the art name / studio.
Part 3: Legal Declaration
By entering your full legal name below, you confirm that this is your uncompromised original work, it is entirely free from AI generation, you accept the submission terms, and you authorize Ink Gladiators Press to review your piece under these guidelines.

You understand that this form serves as a consideration to be included in our publications but does not guarantee selection.

Rights & Permissions Clause: If the photograph was taken by someone else, or depicts another individual, you confirm under this signature that you have obtained explicit, written permission from the photographer or the subject involved to submit this image for publication consideration.
Enter your full legal name to legally sign and verify the declaration above.
Porcupine Quillings

Interview Guidelines

The Vision: A digital passport registry of interviews that moves through all our communities to locate favorites. Here is where in-depth stories, one-page flyers, and perceptive features are quilled at the point of a quill. The goal is to learn more about the motivations, intentions, and real-life stories of our interviewees.
The Backbone: An IGP Initiative.
Location: The Interview Registry.

Participation

Entry Requirements: By invitation only, or use the button below to ask us.

🦔 Porcupine Quillings: Request to be Interviewed Form

An In-Depth Profile Registry by Ink Gladiators Press (IGP) | Hosted at Warrior, You Are Loved (WYAL)
This form is open to those who want to be featured in an in-depth profile interview by Penny Porcupine. Submitting a request serves as an application and does not guarantee a final interview invitation.
Part 1: Identity & Contact
Enter your full legal name. This is strictly for internal records and verification. If you wish to remain anonymous to the public, your real name will never be shared; we will only publish your moniker.
Leave your preferred pen name or moniker here if you want your interview published under an alias in The Interview Registry.
Please leave a personal quote here. This quote must be completely original and yours.
Provide a legitimate, active email address where we can conduct the interview if your application is successful.
Add a social media handle that you use regularly.
Part 2: Origin & Availability
Please share which Country you are from or were born in. For settled immigrants, third-culture creators, or those with ancestral genes in other nations, you can decide exactly which country you wish to associate your deepest roots with.
Please specify a Month and Year when your schedule is free to answer our questions.
Part 3: The Profile Details
Interview Framework: If your application is accepted, Penny will send you a tailored list of 13 to 30 custom questions via email aligned with your specified free time slot and the information provided. You will be required to return your comprehensive responses within a maximum timeframe of two to three weeks so you can completely relax, take your time, and answer each question as deeply as you choose.

Your Blanket of Protection: Remember, you can always direct us to completely protect your public identity or remain entirely under a creative moniker. Even the detailed background information we ask you—derived from the links or milestones you share below—can be intentionally generalized for public reading (if you explicitly wish) to safeguard your private life while honoring your story. So feel free to be as direct, honest, and blunt as you want to. Penny is quite sharp with her questions as well.
Provide a brief biography detailing who you are and your creative journey.
Provide active URLs or links showcasing what you do (e.g., portfolios, published books, website links, or music streams).
Share your notable achievements, creative milestones, or a brief summary of your life story.
Part 4: Legal Declaration & Integrity Clause
By entering your full legal name below, you confirm that every detail, link, achievement, and story provided in this application is entirely true and verifiable. You assert that this request is made in good faith and represents your authentic self without misrepresentation or AI fabrication.

You explicitly understand that this form serves as an application to be considered for an interview, and Ink Gladiators Press retains absolute discretion over final selections. You also understand and accept that we reserve the right to permanently remove any interview from the Interview Registry at any given time if we discover a lack of alignment or a failure to meet our team with true integrity.
Enter your full legal name to legally sign and verify the declaration above.
Leaves Of Love

Review Guidelines

The Vision: A micro-periodical review series where each periodical is released in batches of 3 to 13, without a fixed schedule. The goal is to actively promote published work by writers, artists, and creatives. Be sure to read IRG FAQs here for full details.
The Backbone: An Ink Gladiators Press Ship (IGPS) initiative.
Location: Ink Review Gangsters (IRG).

Access & Participation

To post or quote a review, you must secure an IRG Lifetime Pass.
Review / Request ➔
Secure IRG Pass ➔

Submission Rules & Guidelines

Dynamic Themes — If a submission form changes its current themes or topics, it means we have reached capacity for the previous cycle. Always align your submission with the active, stated theme.
Selection Announcements — If your work is selected, you will be formally notified when the official publication announcement is released on our social media channels with your name.
Copyright & Originality — You always retain full copyright of your work. Every submission must be your uncompromised original work. AI-generated content is strictly prohibited. You are welcome to submit under a moniker or alias.
Prior Publications — We welcome new, old, and previously published works, though we maintain a strong preference for unpublished pieces.
Image Specifications — If you are submitting art, photography, or creative images, you must provide a Google Drive link that remains active for at least one year. All images must be 300 DPI or higher.
Payment & Verification — Payment is set in INR for Indian residents and USD for international creators. You must complete your payment before filling out the form so we can verify your entry for publication consideration.

Age & Identity Protection Protocols

Mighty Ink Gladiators (3 to 12 years) & Youth Warriors (13 to 19 years): If you are under 18, you must secure written permission before submitting your work. Email your submission, age, and required details directly to us, and CC your parent, guardian, principal, teacher, or professor's email for our records so we can send you the form details directly via email.

The Classroom/s Exception: If an entire class/es or group/s wish to submit their creative work together, a principal or teacher's permission allows a designated Point of Contact (POC) to submit all of the students' work in one single email.

The Community Rule: If a creative community or collective wishes to submit their members' work together, we allow a designated Point of Contact (POC) to submit all of the pieces in one single email. These groups also qualify for completely free entries if the total cluster of community submissions is over 45 and within a maximum of 125 pieces. Before submission, the POC must email us directly so we can arrange to feature, interview and spotlight the community or collective alongside their work.

Young Adults (18 or 19 years old): Creators who are 18 or 19 years old are exempt from the CC requirement. However, you must still email us with valid ID proof so we can send you the form details directly, as you will not be able to access or use the form without paying the fee. Alternatively, you can completely bypass emailing us directly by paying the standard entry fee—a privilege of adulthood exclusively granted to those who are 18 or 19 years of age.
Beyond community participation for indie authors, our submission portal allows you to:
The Submission Program ➔