A great escape
A Lower Columbia County
writers Anthology
Connect. Create. Thrive.
Those are the watchwords at the Columbia County Authors Alliance. And our annual anthology provides all three.
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Are you a member of St. Helens Writers Guild (SHWG) or Scappoose Library Writing Group (SLWG)? Then you’re eligible to submit to this anthology. Better yet, you’re connected to other writers. Not a member yet? It’s easy to join. Click HERE to find out how.
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Now it’s time to write your story. The theme, A Great Escape, lends itself to multiple creative avenues. How will you create your Great Escape?
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Join us for two exclusive contributor meetups where you can brainstorm ideas, get feedback on drafts, and get encouragement. Writers who collaborate thrive.
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Are you ready to be part of the next Lower Columbia County Writers Anthology? Read on and discover how.
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
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Ready to join us?
Start by completing our quick Expression of Interest form by April 30, 2026.Tell us which writing group you’re part of and what type of writing you’re thinking about.
Click on the link below—it takes less than two minutes.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
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Our submission guidelines help you think like a published writer. From word counts to content parameters, we’ve outlined everything you need to know.
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Click on the link below for the complete guidelines.
DEADLINES AT A GLANCE
CALLING ALL PHOTOGRAPHERS!
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One of CCAA's missions is to provide opportunities for local creatives to showcase their work—and that includes photographers. That's why we're holding a photo contest to find the cover image for The Great Escape anthology. Click on the links below for the photo contest guidelines and submission form.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
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We think you’ll find everything you need to know on this page, but if you still have questions, we’re happy to help. Email lowercolcoantho@gmail.com with your inquiry. We’ll respond within 48 hours.