V40 Theme

Verandah’s Theme for 2025

Legacy 

Think of the rise and fall of ancient civilizations.

A distant star whose shine has travelled light-years to reach us.

Think of a futuristic city of neon and wonder.

Triumphs. Dreams. Scars. The memories and messages you want to leave behind.

 

This year, Verandah turns 40. 
Four decades of short stories and art and legacies.

Now we ask, what will you leave behind?

Legacy is our theme for this special edition of Verandah. 

This year we invite you to explore Legacy, whatever that means to you. Send us your short stories, creative essays, poetry, graphic narrative, artwork and photography that wrestles with legacy — personal, political, mythical, cosmic. Trace your lineage, honour your roots, or imagine what might endure in a world yet to come.

All genres and styles of art are welcomed and encouraged! 

For information regarding submitting your work check out the submission guidelines page!