The Guernsey Literary Festival and Art for Guernsey are inviting local artists to submit cover designs for "Time & Tide," the Guernsey Short Story Anthology, a new publication celebrating writers connected to the Bailiwick. The competition is open to artwork of any medium inspired by the anthology's theme of personal memories, imagined futures, and island life rhythms. The anthology will be published by Blue Ormer and launched at the Guernsey Literary Festival from 24 April to 3 May 2026, with a submission deadline of 30 November 2025.
This initiative matters because it bridges visual art and literature, offering local artists a platform to contribute to a permanent publication that showcases Guernsey's creative community. By involving both writers and visual artists, the project strengthens cultural ties within the Bailiwick and highlights the role of local arts organizations in fostering collaborative, place-based creativity. The sponsorship from Sarnia Hotels and partnership with Art for Guernsey also underscores community investment in the arts.