nearest and dearest: an anthology of dyke domesticity

Combos Press is now accepting pitches for our first print issue of Nearest and Dearest: An anthology of dyke domesticity.

WHAT IS Nearest and Dearest?

Nearest and Dearest is a physical anthology of art and writing celebrating and archiving the experiences of domesticity amongst lesbians. We want to know: how does domesticity take shape in your life? What are historical examples of dyke domesticity that can help connect us to our present experiences as lesbians? What are perspectives about homemaking and community care that are only made possible when we consider the experiences of dyke domesticity?

We are hoping to elevate stories connected (but not limited) to homemaking, kitchen/home gardening, child-rearing, homeschooling, marriage, partnership, separation, kinship, communal living, future-planning/longing, demonstrating commitment, and/or birthwork, etc.* Ever wanted to interview your gay aunts? Break down what it was like having kids? Draw a chosen family tree? Nearest and Dearest is the place for all of that and more.

*We acknowledge that this is not necessarily a comprehensive list of all the ways people experience domesticity. Feel free to interpret domesticity in whatever way is relevant to your experience.