Barry-based publisher Lucent Dreaming is aiming to raise £3,300 to support its book projects through the rest of the financial year.
The publisher, launched in 2021 by Barry-born Jannat Ahmed, champions emerging UK writers with a focus on Welsh talent.
Ms Ahmed said: “Lucent Dreaming originally launched its website in 2017 and after four years of successfully platforming international creative writing in our magazine, I decided to expand into UK publishing.
“Lucent Dreaming fills a gap in the market, offering a platform for new writers to publish beautiful work in beautiful ways.
“We have put our heart and soul into our work, expanding the reach of local creatives.
“Our dream has always been to offer a platform to those who might not always be offered the chance to publish.
“We see ourselves as a stepping stone for authors and editors in their career journeys.”
Since its launch, Lucent Dreaming has published work by 142 writers across its titles.
Its anthology Beyond/Tu Hwnt was recently shortlisted in the Discovery category at The British Book Awards.
Ms Ahmed said: “This year, one of our anthologies was shortlisted at The British Book Awards.
“This was an incredible achievement, and a testament to the hard work and dedication of our editors and wider team.
“We want to continue to publish beautiful books, and to keep sharing stories from around Wales.
“In response to an unexpected funding gap, we have launched a crowdfunder, with a target of raising £3,300 by 4 November 2026.
“This will close our funding gap, enable us to deliver our existing projects until the end of the year.
“If you would like to support the local arts in south Wales, we would be grateful for any donations – it makes such a difference.
“I’d like to thank everyone who has donated so far, and everyone who has supported Lucent Dreaming over the last five years.
“We have already reached 88% of our target.”
The crowdfunder can be found at crowdfunder.co.uk/p/keep-the-dream-alive—support-lucent-dreaming.
