By: Chuck Miller
Writing

Let’s all support a new Swell magazine!!

I usually don’t share Kickstarters or GoFundMes unless they’re part of something that I support.

And I totally support the idea of this magazine. And I encourage you to do so as well.

My friend Emily has spent the last four years putting together what will be the first issue of a new literary publication called Swell.

This is the text from her GoFundMe platform to help raise $2,500 for this publication.

“Swello, there! A collective of freelance-based creators have come together to produce a digital and printed publication of our work centered loosely around the theme—“Contagious”—in our inaugural issue of Swell Magazine.

“In this publication, contributors have generously shared their stories, artwork, ideas, and experiences that will resonate with anyone who has a creative DIY spirit. Pieces featured in the magazine include personal essays, poetry, photography, a movie script, illustrations, graphic designs, and so much more. While many of Swell’s contributors hail from the Midwest (or have connections to the region), we proudly collaborated to include women, LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and additional communities of underrepresented voices and talents from across the U.S.

“This project is four years in the making, but it is well worth the wait. While we finish putting the final touches on this labor of love, we are seeking your financial support to assist with printing costs. We hope to have the final, long-awaited debut issue of Swell completed this Spring with digital and physical copies available for your viewing pleasure.

“Thank you for your support.”

Right now, the publication is almost halfway towards their goal. Well … a little closer to halfway today than they were yesterday.

Because if I’m posting a Kickstarter link or a GoFundMe link for a project … I’m at least putting my money where my mouth is. I also made a donation to the Swell publication, and if you want to do so as well, here’s the GoFundMe link to do so.

Besides … we could all use a new magazine with new literary voices. Don’t you think?