No life is possible without failure. Most things never work out, and most species that ever lived are now gone. This is simply how the world works. Failure may be inherent to the creative process, but our relationship to it is often complicated.

Something about all this feels very wrong, and that’s why we’ve decided to give failure another look. We’re inviting deep thinkers to share their [possibly unorthodox] thoughts on all things failure.

The strongest pieces will receive an honorarium, be published on failed.ventures, and be promoted by Analogue Press.

We’re waiting for submissions until October 31st, 2026. Questions? Reach out to karol@analoguegroup.org.