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Read our Issues...

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~ 60+ writers, photographers, and artists published across three issues

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~ Submissions received from TEN different countries so far

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~ We hope to continue publishing such extraordinary work, as it is what 

    ultimately drives the future of Valley Verbomania forward!

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Our Interviews...

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In alignment with our goal to amplify voices in our literary community (especially those of young creatives and professionals), Valley Verbomania seeks to interview emerging changemakers, highlighting their projects and asking thoughtful questions! We believe that written language is valuable in all of its forms, regardless of existing as formal prose, abstract poetry, or even in a conversational setting! Readers are then given a chance to learn from and be inspired by our interviewees' voices - essentially, words are wisdom!

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If you are interested in being interviewed by us and/or know a friend, family member, or colleague who is driving positive change in our world (especially through words, language, and writing), feel free to touch base! Although we cannot interview every single person or organization that is interested in this opportunity, we deeply value each nomination and will thoughtfully consider all submissions. This especially rings true if Valley Verbomania needs voices related to a specific issue theme to provide a meaningful perspective regarding said topic. 

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Sabrina Lee Welch (Founder + CEO)

Interview with Sabrina Lee Welch,
Founder and CEO of the Mind Tricks
Organization
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~ Gain insights pertaining to the 
complex interplay of magic and neuroscience!


~ Learn about how Sabrina runs an
international organization of volunteers and
magicians!

 

Interview with Mia Soto (M.S. Blues),
Founder and CEO of the Infinite 
Blues Review
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~ Gain insights regarding Mia's story as a 
writer and discovering her desire to shape her
experiences through words!


~ Learn about how Mia runs the Infinite Blues Review,
a publisher of melancholic art, writing, and overall
creative beauty!  

 

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Interview with Jiayi (Joy) Li,
Award-Winning Student Journalist and
Literary Changemaker


~ Understand Joy's story, and how journalism has
been a driving force in her life! 


~ Discover how writing and advocacy intersect
in her work!  

 

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Existentialism Prose Contest

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~ Writers were invited to explore the concept of existentialism, crafting works that address the meaning of life (or the lack thereof...), freedom, absurdity, and the search for purpose.

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~ Selected pieces (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) featured on our website and Instagram page (@valleyverbomania.lit); announced in August 2025

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~ Phenomenal partnership with Meraki Literary Review. They can be found on Instagram via @merakireview.lit, and the official Meraki Lit Review Website!

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First Place Winner: Clara Tan, "Winter"

 

Second Place Winner: J.R. Harrington, "Life's Bruises"

 

Third Place Winner: Amide, "To Disappear Gently/Days Pass By in a Blur"

 

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