RARE Anthology Open Submissions

 

RARE will be an anthology of original fiction stories based on unusual secrets. We seek stories intended for young adult and adult audiences that navigate away from conventional secrets in literature. We look forward to reading your tales of the forbidden, the rare, the hidden, and other rare secrets your creative minds can muster!

The anthology will be edited by Julia Rylen and published late 2024.

 

Target Word Count:

Approx 5,000 words (no less than 3k, no more than 8k)

Genres: 

Genres: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Mystery/Thriller, Non-Graphic Horror, Romance 

 

Submissions:

Please submit via our Short Story Submissions tab or email with title 'RARE Anthology Submissions: TITLE & WC' to editor@alexparkerpublishing.com 

 

Dates:

Extended deadline: 3/31/24

The submission window closes 1/31/24 

 

Pay: 

Authors will be paid $50 plus royalties.  

Alex Parker Publishing is dedicated to promoting diversity within literature by actively seeking and welcoming submissions from individuals who have been historically underrepresented. This includes individuals from marginalized communities such as people of colour, individuals with disabilities, and people within the LGBTQAI+ community.