The Pocono Liars are excited to announce the launch of our very own anthology titled The Lies We Tell Others! As members of the Pocono Liars, we all know that lies are at the heart of our stories, so naturally, the theme of this collection is Lies. Whether big or small, the truth may be bent, but it must be at the core of your submission.

We invite writers residing in the Poconos to submit engaging, well-written stories in any genre.

Submission Guidelines
Word Count: Stories under 5,000 words.
Theme: Lies or lying must feature prominently in the piece.
Formatting: Manuscripts should be typed, double-spaced, with 1-inch margins. Use a standard 12-point font (e.g., Times New Roman). Include your name, email, mailing address, and story title in the header on the first page.
File Format: Please submit your story in RTF format.
Rights: The author retains all rights to the story. Reprints are acceptable. Note that publishing an original story in this anthology may prevent you from submitting that story elsewhere. By submitting, you grant the Pocono Liars permission to publish your work in the anthology. No payment is involved, but contributors will receive publishing credits and a sincere thank-you.

Submission Details
Submit by: August 1, 2025
To Be Published: November or December 2025.
Why We’re Doing This: This anthology will raise funds for the Pocono Liars so we can continue offering amazing workshops and guest speakers at no cost to you. This is a volunteer project, and contributors will receive heartfelt thanks and publishing credits—no payments are involved!
Who Can Submit: Writers currently residing in the Poconos, with a preference given to members of the Pocono Liars Club. Please note that all submissions, whether from the Liars Club or not, will be subject to review and editing, and there is no guarantee of acceptance.

Get your creative juices flowing! If you’re interested, start brainstorming your story. This is your chance to share your unique voice and be part of an exciting new chapter in the Pocono Liars community.

Email submissions to: michael.ventrella@gmail.com. Please place “Liars Club Story Submission” in the subject line.