87 Bedford Speculative Mystery Anthology Series A project of 87 Bedford (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (November 2017). We provide the following information as an archive. About We’re seeking spellbinding and gripping fiction that combines speculative elements and genres such as steampunk or urban fantasy with a mystery plot. We’re looking for literary stories that weaves together strong characters, beautiful language, and unique world-building into a fantastical mystery adventure. Our main condition is that the speculative aspect of the story be integral to the central mystery, in some shape or form. Country of Publication United States Publication Media & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationUnknown publication frequencyPrint Publication Print PublicationUnknown publication frequency Fiction Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: Fantasy Subgenre: Cross-Genre Mystery/Crime Subgenre: Cross-Genre Science Fiction Subgenre: Cross-GenreLengths: Short Story: 2,000 - 7,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary, Surrealist.Topics: Other: See guidelines.Payment:Token payment (under 1 US cent per word) to Semi-pro payment (1-4.9 US cents per word) Pay ranges from Token payment (under 1 US cent per word) to Semi-pro payment (1-4.9 US cents per word).Note: We list broad pay categories rather than payment specifics. Check with the publisher for details.Submissions:Method: Electronic submissions. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Multiple entries: Unknown.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to project webpage Report: Correction/Update Support this Publisher: Make a Donation 87 Bedford Speculative Mystery Anthology Series Submission Statistics The statistics in this section are compiled from submission reports sent to us through our submission tracker. They are not provided by the publication's editors/staff or by Duotrope's admins. Information in this section is updated a few times per day. Learn more about the statistics. This listing is inactive and does not have any submission reports for the past 12 months. Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related Projects87 Bedford CLOSED Charges fees for some submissions87 Bedford Historic Fantasy Anthology CLOSED87 Bedford Short Story Contest CLOSED Charges fees for all submissions Before SubmittingWe cannot guarantee that the information on this page is correct. It is not unusual for publications to evolve or close without notice. We do our best to keep up, but it isn't always possible. Duotrope listings do not imply endorsement or recommendation of the project being listed. Before submitting, you should use your own judgment to determine whether the project meets your standards.Always read the full guidelines provided by the publisher.Try to read at least one previous publication to get a better idea of what the editor would like to see.Unless the publisher's guidelines state otherwise, always use industry standard manuscript formatting.Be professional, patient, and persistent. DatesLast Updated: 22 May 2026 Cookie Consent: This site uses secure first-party cookies for essential, preference-setting, and statistical purposes. We do not use any marketing, advertising, or third-party cookies. Read our full cookie policy. Accept All Cookies Allow Essential Cookies Only