Beach Reads Anthology A project of Inkd Publishing (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (February 2025). We provide the following information as an archive. We list other projects with similar titles. Please check that you report any submissions under the correct listing. About Beach Reads - we’re searching for the light and fun stories for those longer warmer days. These might be a slice of life or a simple romance – anything that might bring smiles, and maybe a tear.There is no restriction as to how you incorporate the theme into your story. We encourage you to weave the theme into an engaging story with well-developed characters and deep emotion. This is not the best place for your horror tale. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2024 Publication Media & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationOne-time publicationPrint Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Fiction Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: General Open to all/most SubgenresLengths: Short Story: 2,000 - 6,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Mainstream.Topics: Other: See guidelines.Payment:No monetary payment to Token payment (under 1 US cent per word) Pays occasionally, up to Token payment. Details: USD $20 or a royalty share.Submissions:Method: Online form. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are NOT allowed.Multiple entries: Multiple entries are NOT allowed.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: Buy Book(s) Beach Reads Anthology 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 ProjectsBehind the Shadows Anthology SeriesBeyondBeyond the Red Line Anthology CLOSEDConstellations of Becoming CLOSEDCthulu Anthology SeriesDance, When They Want You to Cower Anthology CLOSEDDetectives, Sleuths, and Nosy Neighbors Anthology Series DNQDragons Mythicana Anthology CLOSEDHeightened Anxiety Anthology CLOSEDHidden Villains Anthology SeriesImpulse Anthology CLOSEDNoncorporeal Anthology SeriesRebels Anthology CLOSEDYay! All Queer Anthology CLOSED 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: 24 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