About the Press

The Lampos Publishing Anthologies of Contemporary Literary and Creative Works is a curated collection designed to showcase the diverse voices, perspectives, and artistic expressions of emerging and established writers. This anthology serves as a platform for literary and creative outputs that reflect the experiences, imagination, and cultural narratives of our time. It brings together works that illuminate both the personal and the collective, blending storytelling, artistry, and critical reflection in a single publication.

Guided by a commitment to inclusivity, creativity, and excellence, the anthology highlights original works that explore contemporary themes, celebrate linguistic and cultural diversity, and contribute meaningfully to the evolving landscape of literature and the arts. Each piece undergoes an editorial selection process to ensure artistic merit, clarity of expression, and relevance to the anthology’s mission.

This press welcomes contributions from students, educators, independent writers, and community creators across genres. It aims to nurture literary talent, cultivate appreciation for the arts, and provide a respected avenue for writers to see their work in print.

Categories Accepted

1. Poetry

  • Lyric poetry

  • Narrative poetry

  • Spoken-word pieces (written form)

  • Experimental and visual poetry

2. Fiction

  • Short stories

  • Flash fiction

  • Microfiction

  • Episodic or vignette-based narratives

3. Creative Nonfiction

  • Personal essays

  • Memoirs and autobiographical reflections

  • Literary journalism

  • Travel and cultural narratives

4. Drama / Playwriting

  • One-act plays

  • Monologues and dialogues

  • Dramatic scenes written for performance

5. Scripted Works

  • Short film scripts

  • Radio or podcast scripts

  • Digital storytelling scripts

6. Visual-Literary Pieces

(Works combining text with visual elements—submitted as high-resolution images)

  • Illustrated stories

  • Graphic narratives

  • Ekphrastic works (literature inspired by visual art)

7. Cultural and Folkloric Pieces

  • Retellings of myths, legends, and epics

  • Cultural narratives from local or indigenous traditions

  • Modern interpretations of folkloric themes

8. Youth and Emerging Voices

(Specifically for student authors or first-time writers)

  • Any genre written by young or emerging creators

  • School-based literary outputs

9. Multilingual Works

  • Works written in English, Filipino, Cebuano, or other Philippine/ethnolinguistic languages

  • Bilingual or translated pieces