Annual Short Fiction Contest
Celebrating emerging fiction writers with publication and awards.
Status: Open for SubmissionsDeadline: November 30, 2026
2026 Theme: "Thresholds"
We invite short stories up to 3,000 words exploring physical, emotional, or metaphorical transitions and thresholds.
Prizes & Recognition
- 1st Place: $500 award + featured publication on this site + 1-on-1 manuscript consultation.
- 2nd Place: $200 award + featured publication.
- 3 Runner-ups: Publication and featured author spotlight.
Submission Guidelines
- Stories must be original, previously unpublished work under 3,000 words.
- Submit as PDF or .docx format with standard 12pt formatting.
- No entry fee required.