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"We tell ourselves stories in order to live"
~ Joan Didion
Nominate Stories for our 2026 Publishing Cycle
What or who is inspiring you to care for your neighbor, seek justice, or show compassion and mercy with radical selflessness? Every year, BitterSweetMonthly.com asks readers to share what they see—the glimpses of hope that inspire shared humanity.
The Themes We’re Focusing On In 2026
- Environmental Justice: Clean-water projects, innovative agriculture, and green-tech partnerships addressing challenges in underserved areas.
- Peace & Nonviolence: Efforts that promote understanding, healing, and collaboration in divided communities.
- City Life to the Full: Urban gardens, community redevelopment, and solutions that balance growth with sustainability.
How It Works
- Nominate: Submit an organization or initiative you believe should be featured.
- Review: Our editorial team evaluates nominations and creates a shortlist.
- Story Slate Debate: Contributors review and rank shortlisted stories based on mission, impact, and feasibility.
- Production: With funding from our readers, we produce and publish the selected stories.
Get Involved
Your nominations help us find and share stories that build hope and vision for a flourishing world and global humanity brightened. Submit your idea and help us share these stories with a wider audience.