Submission Guidelines
| SUBMISSION GUIDELINES |
| We like strong genre fiction - crime, fantasy, mystery, romance, science fiction, horror. We will also publish good work that does not necessarily fit into a particular genre - general. We don't publish erotica, polemics or non-fiction. |
| Length |
| We will only accept stories up to 2000 words (use word count). We also publish a Flash Fiction category (up to 850 words) in the same genres as listed above. |
| Format |
| We accept only email submissions. We do not accept simultaneous submissions EMAIL SUBMISSIONS Send to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Include in Subject line: Submission, your last name, number of words (example: Sub, Jones, 1867 words) Include in body of email:
Attached to your Email, in Word or Word-compatible doc. Completely ready to print - properly formatted with no typos, grammar or syntax issues. We suggest having someone proofread your manuscripts. We will not edit your work. Single spaced with no space between paragraphs, but indented first words of each paragraph (as you would expect to read it in a book) Times New Roman 12 pt font American style double quotes to show speech A header that includes the title, genre, your last name, word count and any other information you wish to include Strong Hint: Come up with an attention-grabbing title. In today's world, a reader may linger to read your story, or skim on by, based solely on those few first words. SUCCESS TIPS FOR WRITERS These tips are for all short story writers, not only for submissions to Short-Story.Me! Click Success Tips for Writers to give yourself the best chance for success. |
| Other Requests |
| Read the Author Contract. This states the terms and conditions of publication. When you submit your story include the words, "I agree to the terms of publication". |
| Rights |
| Writers cannot be successful without Readers. We ask that story submitters subscribe to our story distribution service in the left hand column. If you unsubscribe later, that's fine, but please give yourself and other writers help in building distribution. Besides, you might enjoy reading our stories. |
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