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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

UPDATE: Creation of the 2026 issue of Unwashed is now solidly on schedule. Selectees have been notified and the layout staff is working 'round the clock, handling dangerous exacto knives and adhesive tape while wearing their distinctive safety gear.

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

The 2026 Unwashed submission period has ended. Thanks to everyone who sent us your writing and art. We are truly honored and overwhelmed. Now the hard part of making selections begins. Stay tuned and peace!

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

If you happen to be in Madison, Wisconsin, tomorrow - April 25th - check out Unwashed at Print & Resist 2026 at the Madison Central Branch Library. It shall be rockin'!!!!!! madisonprintandresist.wordpress.com

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Submissions for the 4th issue of Unwashed are officially open. Creative fiction and nonfiction, poetry, and b&w art, including photography - we want to hear from you. unwashedmake.com for more info about us and guidelines. Don't let the bad guys win - submit!

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Pam Bondi is serious - "Unwashed is disgusting!" So she's been banned. However, everyone else is welcome to submit writing and art for the 2026 issue of Unwashed, March 1st through May 31st. Guidelines at unwashedmke Send us something!

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Yes, it's true! The submission period for the 4th annual edition of Unwashed opens on March 1st. Creative fiction and nonfiction, poetry, b&w art and photography - traditional, experimental, and everything in between. Send us something! www.unwashedmke.com for more info and guidelines.

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

‪ Feline frisky! Demand for copies of the latest Unwashed issue has got us running with a second round of printing completed just in time for your last minute, cool Christmas shopping. Order at unwashedmke.com - free domestic shipping and many, many thanks.

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

At last! Hot off the presses, the latest issue of Unwashed is ready to go - 50 pages of great writing and art for the discerning, mod-a-go-go crowd. Purchase your very own printed copy at our new website - www.unwashedmke.com - and may blessings and peace be with you!

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

To send a word of advice to ABC - support.abc.com/hc/en-us?ret... Freedom of speech is hanging on by a thread.

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

The submission period for 2025 has now closed and the hard part begins - selecting the writing and art that will fill the next issue of Unwashed. Submissions have been almost triple versus our previous two years so it's going to take some time. Huge thanks to everyone who shared their work with us.

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

It's May, the last month to submit your creative efforts for this year's Unwashed. The word on the street is the 2025 issue is going to be dangerously good. Don't be a shy kitten - submit! For guidelines - unwashed53207@gmail.com

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

10 weeks left for Unwashed 2025 submissions - creative fiction and nonfiction, poetry, b&w art and photography. Questions and guidelines - unwashed53207@gmail.com Be brave like Bonnie and submit!

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Two months down, three months to mod-a-go-go and Unwashed has got serious shakes for more submissions. Creative writing, art and photography - we need your inspiration. No fuss, no fees, no chains. Guideline requests: unwashed53207@gmail.com unwashed53207.carrd.co Peace!

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

Submit, Rabbit Boy, before it's too late! Getting tired of hearing that? Then maybe you need to send us something. Unwashed 2025 is seeking your submissions - fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, art, and photography. For questions and guidelines - unwashed53207@gmail.com unwashed53207.carrd.co

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

Attention writers and artists! Unwashed, a creative writing and arts journal, is currently accepting submissions. For questions and submission guidelines, email us at - unwashed53207@gmail.com. Vamanos! unwashed53207.carrd.co

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Unwashed 2025 is a creative writing and art journal for the working man and woman. Abuse of leave or break time is a felony under the new regime, but you can still request submission guidelines at: unwashed53207@gmail.com Nothin' to lose but your chains.

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

‪ Daddy-O's agree - the 2025 issue of Unwashed will be the grooviest ever. B&W art, fiction, flash fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, anything with a beat. For submission guidelines and questions, email us at: unwashed53207@gmail.com unwashed53207.carrd.co

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

A New Year and a familiar face, Unwashed 2025 is officially open for submissions! Fiction, nonfiction, poetry, b&w art and photography - experimental, traditional, everything in between. Send us your stuff. unwashed53207.carrd.co #zines #submissions #getpublished #artsyfartsy

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 28/12/2024

‪ In 5 days, Unwashed opens for 2025 submissions. Creative fiction and nonfiction, poetry, and b&w art and photography. Experimental, crazy, sane, whatever - if it's from the heart or the gut, then we want to see it. Be not afraid!

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

Unwashed 2024 is now available! Over 50 pages of original creative writing, poetry, and art for only $5 bucks, shipping included. If you have ever finger painted or read Moby Dick, this publication is for you. Direct purchase inquiries to: unwashed53207@gmail.com Peace!

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 08/11/2024

When I despair, I remember that all through history the way of Truth and Love has always won. There have been tyrants and murderers and for a time they can seem invincible, but in the end they always fall. Think of it, always. -Mahatma Ghandi

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 07/11/2024

Blow your nose and dry those tears. Fuck 'em! We're going to pull together, love our neighbors, and kick some down-the-road ass. It ain't over 'til we say it is. In the meantime, Unwashed 2024 heads to The Bindery for printing on Friday. Brothers and sisters, we'll see you next week.

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 27/08/2024

Unwashed 2024 selections have been made! And it wasn't easy - so many wonderful submissions, all of them worthy of publication, and only 52 pages of space available. Huge blessings to everyone who submitted. Now it's on to design, layout, printing, and saving the world - one potato at a time!

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 21/06/2024

Submissions are closed for Unwashed 2024. Endless thanks to the many people who sent us their work. We are overwhelmed by your creative talents. Category specific evaluations will start next week with final selections to be announced in August. Until then, peace out and meow.

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 27/05/2024

It's the last frigging week to submit stuff for the 2024 edition of Unwashed! Take a chance, a risk, a blind shot in the dark - jump into the fire and send us something! unwashed53207@gmail.com unwashed53207.carrd.co

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 18/05/2024

Two weeks left to submit your cool creations to Unwashed. Fiction, flash fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, b&w art - if you've done it, we want it. Hop on your horse and send us something ~ unwashed53207@gmail.com

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 05/05/2024

“Like sands through the hourglass, so are the days for your submissions." The window for Unwashed submissions will close in 26 days. Don't get shut out. Send your creative writing and art to unwashed53207@gmail.com. Guidelines on request. Peace out! (image below by hamad failakawi)

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 28/04/2024

The submission period for the 2024 edition of Unwashed is half over. We've received some crazy good writing and art, but we want MORE! unwashed53207@gmail.com and unwashed53207.carrd.co for questions and submission guidelines. Pray for peace and send us something. Amen.

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 21/04/2024

Today's Milwaukee Zine Fest lived up to its reputation as the Super Bowl of zine festivals. Huge turnout, crazy energy, lots of folks dropping by the Unwashed table. Now here's the straight poop - send us your submissions for the 2024 issue of Unwashed and hit up the Zine Fest next year!

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 09/04/2024

And the band played on... First week of submissions included offerings from England, Ireland, and the Ukraine. What will the second week bring? Hopefully, something from you! -unwashed53207@gmail.com for submission guidelines- -https://unwashed53207.carrd.co-

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 02/04/2024

Submissions are flying in! Be one of the cool kids and submit your creative work today! Questions and guidelines - unwashed53207@gmail com.

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 29/03/2024

Submissions open in just two days! To avoid the risk of incarceration, get busy now!!!!!

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 23/03/2024

Only 8 more days until submissions open! Fully supported by Gertrude Stein and Alice B. Toklas, among many others, Unwashed is exploding with anticipation of the great writing and art that will soon be arriving. Don't let the parade pass you by!

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 13/03/2024

Depressed? Chronic headaches? Low on cigs? Help is on the way! Unwashed 2024 opens for submissions in 17 days. Questions and guidelines - unwashed53207@gmail. unwashed53207.carrd.co

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 24/02/2024

Attention passionate creative folks who push the boundaries of accepted behavior: ~Unwashed submissions open in 35 days~

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 14/02/2024

Groovy good news! Unwashed is a lottery selection for the 2024 Milwaukee Zine Fest. The Fest is sponsored by The Bindery, a Bay View cooperative (how cool is that?!) print shop. More info::::> Milwaukee Zine Fest | The Bindery (binderymke.com) See you April 24..

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 06/02/2024

Bonnie is burned out after an all-nighter of coffee, cigs, and trying to figure out Canva. I'm begging her to pace herself as "unwashed" doesn't open for submissions until May, but she is crazy dedicated to the project. No better partner in crime than a good dog... unwashed53207.carrd.co

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 26/01/2024

Frigging ice and slush, muddy shoe and paw prints everywhere, but Unwashed just keeps strolling along. 63 days until submissions open. Hang in there - typing and drawing and imagining and inspiring. Peace!

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 17/01/2024

Unwashed's website for the 2024 campaign is up and running. Improvements in the site are expected if our tech dude pulls an early release. Until then, enjoy the work of the Unwashed pen and pencil team at - unwashed53207.carrd.co

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 15/01/2024

2024 prepping continues...endlessly. Meanwhile, here's a list of ten authors of which we here at "unwashed" have read five or more books: Truman Capote John D. MacDonald Donald Westlake Joyce Carol Oates Philip Roth Penelope Lively Sinclair Lewis Lawrence Block John Updike Anne Tyler

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unwashed53207 @unwashed53207.bsky.social · 12/01/2024

2024 and the sky is blue - sort of - and "unwashed," a creative writing and arts zine/journal is prepping for its second issue. Stay tuned!

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