Submit your work

Page Not Found welcomes original writing and visual art from students in grades 4 - 8.

We believe young writers and artists deserve a space where their voices are taken seriously.

At a time when access to books and creative expression is increasingly challenged, this journal exists to celebrate imagination, honesty, and free expression.

You do not need to submit a polished or "perfect" piece. We are interested in original ideas, thoughtful perspectives, and work that reflects who you are.

What you can submit:

Writing

We accept original writing in the following forms:

  • Poetry

  • Short Fiction (stories or flash fiction)

  • Personal Essays or Reflections

  • Hybrid or Experimental Writing

Word limit:

Writing submissions must be 250 words or fewer.

Visual art

We accept original 2D visual art, including:

  • Drawing or illustration

  • Painting

  • Photography

  • Digital art

  • Mixed media (2D only)

Please note:

We do not currently accept video, animation, 3D artwork, or AI-generated images.

What we look for

We select work based on:

  • Originality and imagination

  • Clear voice or idea

  • Thoughtfulness and effort

  • Creativity appropriate to the student's age

We do not select based on grades, awards, or prior publication.

Submission requirements

Please include:

  • Title of your work

  • Your name

  • Grade and school

  • A brief bio (optional, 1-2 sentences)

  • Your original work

Accepted formats:

Writing: PDF, .docx, or Google Drive link

Art: JPEG or PNG

A note to students

This journal is run by students who care about stories and expression. Rough drafts are welcome. Your voice matters.

Submit your work

For Educators:

Page Not Found is a student-led literary journal founded in 2024 by high school students committed to student voice and free expression. The anthology publishes original writing and art from students in grades 4–8 and is fully edited and curated by our student editorial team.

Using submission as a classroom activity:

Submission to Page Not Found can work as a standalone creative writing assignment or as the final step in a longer unit. Here's how some teachers have used it:

  • Assign a short writing prompt (a poem about a place, a flash fiction story, a personal reflection) and let students choose their best piece to submit.

  • Use the published anthology pieces already on our site as mentor texts — read them together, discuss what makes them work, then write.

  • Make submission optional but encouraged. Even students who don't submit benefit from writing toward a real, external audience.

What you should know:

All published pieces are reviewed by our student editorial team before appearing on the site. We publish student names, grades, and schools with each piece (with permission). There is no cost to submit and no requirement for prior publication or awards.

Questions? Email us, we are happy to answer anything before you share this with your class.