Callout for comic serials
Each year The School Magazine features a selection of 10-part comic serials. We’re currently open to submissions for our 2026 lineup.
What we’re looking for
Submissions should be either a single-page serial in ten parts or a double-page serial in ten parts suitable for children aged 7-12 years.
Please note, we are particularly interested in single-page submissions this year.
- We’re after dynamic, fun stories that utilise and benefit from being in a visual medium
- All genres and styles are welcome
- Each episode should end in a way that leaves the reader eager for the next instalment
- Teams and writer/artist duos are welcome
- We have high expectations of polish and formatting—the comics are often the first thing our readers see
- Familiarise yourself with past examples by previewing our magazines and reviewing our Contributor Guide.
What we pay
Single-page serial in ten parts = $8,000
Double-page serial in ten parts = $16,000
How to submit
Submissions should include:
- A written synopsis of the comic serial, including episode breakdowns
- Episode 1 to finished art stage (page dimensions are 185mm x 240mm)
- A character sheet with rough or finished art, introducing key characters.
Submit your completed pitch to submissions.tsm@det.nsw.edu.au
Submissions close COB 6 June 2025.