Submit your piece
Send one piece of up to 1,500 words in any genre: poetry, short fiction, essay or memoir, on any subject you choose.
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Before you submit
Send us your strongest piece.
Writers reach our anthologies from every part of Pakistan and every stage of writing: some with a poem they have carried for years, some with a short story finished last night, some sending their work out for the first time. We read every piece you send, and our editors select the writers for each book.
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What an anthology is.
A book written by many coauthors and published as one professionally produced collection. Each coauthor writes about 8 pages of writings in the book, your work is printed alongside others, and every co-author is credited as a published author.
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Who it is for.
Poets, short-story writers and essayists at any stage. For many writers an anthology is a first professional publication, and whatever stage you are in your writing journey, our anthologies are a great place to begin.
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How it works.
Send one piece of up to 1,500 words on any subject, and our editors read it. When your work is selected you confirm your place, join the co-authors, and help shape the finished book, down to its title and cover.
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The roadmap
The stages of joining a TWS anthology.
This is exactly how anthology publishing works with us, from the piece you send to the finished copies in your hands. The process runs in six clear stages, each showing what you bring, what we do, and how long it takes.
Review & selection
Our editors read each piece for voice, originality and quality of writing. When yours is selected, we write to tell you and send the full project details: what to write, the page count, the schedule and everything expected from here.
Registration
Confirm your place by paying the PKR 3,000 registration fee during the registration phase.
Join the co-authors
Once your fee is paid, you are added to the anthology's WhatsApp group, where you meet the other writers in your book. When registration closes, the group of co-authors is final and the writing begins.
What you receive →Final submission & voting
You are given time to write and submit your final pieces, up to eight pages. Alongside the writing, all co-authors vote together on the anthology's title and its cover, so the book takes shape as a group.
Production & publication
We compile and typeset the anthology, produce the cover the group chose, and send it to print. Your author copies and personalised certificate reach you, and the anthology goes live on the TWS store.
What you receive
What every co-author receives.
Six things come with your place in the book, from the printed copies in your hands to the readers and writers your work reaches.
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Submit your sample →
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Get published
+Your piece published in a professional anthology under the TWS imprint, with printed author copies and a certificate in your name.
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Build credibility and recognition
+Earn your place through selection and publish with Pakistan’s leading publishing house, a credit that stands behind your name.
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Reach new readers
+Your anthology listed and sold on the TWS store and promoted across our channels, reaching readers nationwide and beyond.
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Join our community
+Connect with writers from across Pakistan, grow alongside them, and become part of a supportive creative family.
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Step into publishing
+Experience the full publishing journey from submission to print, and take your first confident step as an author.
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Keep your rights
+Your writing stays yours. We licence only the right to publish it in this edition, so you remain free to include it in your own collection later.
Publishing timeline
How quickly this moves.
Measured from the day your sample arrives. The schedule for each anthology is set out in its project details, and new anthologies come together regularly through the year.
The step
Your sample arrivesLaunch
Co-author testimonials
From notes-app writer to published author.
“My experience with TWS has been nothing short of magical. Publishing in their anthology was an absolute honour.”
Fatima Zahra
“Unexpectedly went from being a notes-app writer to a published author, and gained the confidence to share my work.”
Safa Mustafa
“A beacon of hope for writers. I found a community of writers and made so many friends along the way.”
Soban Saqib
“The team was welcoming, and the process seamless. The best part was bonding with other writers over our love for literature.”
Mahum Fatima
“I never thought my words could be published if not for TWS. Everything was smooth and supportive.”
Manahil Rashid
“Random musings on my notes app turned into my greatest literary achievement, all thanks to TWS.”
Khurram Shafqat
“It was my dream to write something that could reach people as a book, and TWS fulfilled it.”
Mina Fatima
“With TWS I took the first step in my writing journey, working alongside a team of amazing writers.”
Eshaal Ali
“A wonderful opportunity to showcase my writing. From submission to publication the process was smooth and well organised.”
Rabdah Sheikh
“What was a casual discovery turned out to be so much more. I found the TWS writers’ community, and great friends with it.”
Muhammad Musa
“I loved how professional, encouraging and supportive they were. I got to polish my skills and learn how publishing works.”
Dua Habib
“A pleasure to collaborate with. From sample approval to final submission it was seamless and efficient at every stage.”
Shiwali Panjwani
“I’ve published my words in two TWS anthologies. Seeing my writing in print still feels surreal — a dream come true.”
Manal Fatima
“TWS is truly revolutionising publishing in Pakistan. Writers have been underserved for long, and they are changing that.”
Sufiyan Salman
“Their professionalism and creative guidance brought my vision to life. The journey was smooth, supportive and truly collaborative.”
Areej Akram
Frequently asked questions
Questions writers ask about anthology publishing.
Something else on your mind? Write to info@twspublications.com and a person will answer you.
What is an anthology?+
An anthology is a book written by many co-authors together. Each co-author writes up to 8 pages, and every piece is published side by side in one professionally produced book, with all co-authors credited as published authors.
What is anthology publishing?+
Anthology publishing is the process of producing a collection of work by many writers into a single published book. At TWS it is an accessible route to a professional publication credit, without the commitment of publishing a full solo book.
Who publishes anthologies in Pakistan?+
TWS Publications, one of Pakistan’s leading publishers, runs regular anthologies open to writers nationwide, each professionally produced and sold under the TWS imprint.
Where can I publish short stories or poetry in Pakistan?+
TWS anthologies welcome poetry, short fiction, essays, memoir and flash fiction, in English or Urdu. Submit a single piece of up to 1,500 words, on any subject.
How do I get published in a TWS anthology?+
Submit your piece through the anthology submission form, and our editors review it. Selected writers confirm their place and are published in the finished anthology.
How are pieces selected?+
Our editors read every submission for voice, originality and quality of writing, and select the writers for each anthology. Selected writers confirm their place and are published as co-authors with Pakistan’s leading publishing house.
How much does it cost to take part?+
Taking part involves a single registration fee of 3,000 PKR, which covers your place in the book, the production of the anthology, your printed author copies, your personalised certificate, and the promotion of the finished book on the TWS store.
How long should my sample submission be?+
The sample you send can be up to 1,500 words. Shorter pieces are equally welcome. Submit one sample piece of your writing via the form on our website.
How do I submit my work?+
Complete the anthology sample submission form on our website, and attach your sample writing in Word or PDF.
What genres can I submit?+
Poetry, prose, short fiction, creative non-fiction, essays, memoir and flash fiction all belong in our anthologies, in English or Urdu.
Will I receive a printed copy and a certificate?+
Yes. Every co-author receives printed author copies of the finished anthology and a personalised certificate of publication in their name, sent once the book comes off press.
Do I keep the rights to my work?+
Yes. Your writing stays yours. We licence only the right to publish your piece in this edition of the anthology, so you remain free to include your work in your own collection, submit it elsewhere or publish it again later.
When does the next anthology open?+
New anthologies come together regularly through the year, and submissions are open now.
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Guides for authors
Your first step
Send us one piece, up to 1,500 words.
Attach your writing, and our editors will read it and write back. This is how writers across Pakistan take their place in a book from Pakistan’s leading publishing house.