Christmas of the Dead Anthology Series A project of Wicked Shadow Press (see other related projects). About We want stories that take Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Winter Solstice, New Year’s Eve, or any winter holiday and plunge it into the dark depths without mercy. Give us killer Santas & impish elves, haunted traditions, snowed-in terror, eerie carols, cursed gifts, post-apocalyptic holidays, Christmas ghosts in the Dickensian tradition and of course, dark holiday figures from folklore such as Krampus! Country of Publication & Year Established India Established in 2023 Publication Media & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationUnknown publication frequencyPrint Publication Print PublicationUnknown publication frequency AI Policy Unknown AI policy Fiction Open Dates:Open to fiction submissions through 01 November 2026* (approx. 15 days from now).Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: Horror Open to all/most SubgenresLengths: Flash Fiction: Up to 1,000 words; Up to 2 pieces. Short Story: 1,500 - 7,500 words; Up to 2 pieces. Novelette: 7,500 - 8,000 words; Up to 2 pieces.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Mainstream.Topics: Seasons/Holidays: Specific holidays. Other: See guidelines.Theme:Christmas Horror (01 Nov 2026*)Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Email. Reprints: Reprints are 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.* We do not know the time and/or timezone, so we cannot be more precise. Submit early to avoid disappointment. Go to project webpage Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook FacebookInstagram @wickedshadowpressX (Twitter) @wickedshadowpub Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) For the Editor(s): Request Interview Link to Duotrope Christmas of the Dead 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. We have not received any submission reports for this listing in the past 12 months. Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsAct of God CLOSEDApocalyptales Anthology CLOSEDASYLUMANIA CLOSEDChildren of the Dead Anthology CLOSEDCircus of the Dead Anthology CLOSEDDark Vigil Anthology CLOSEDDead Girl Walking Anthology CLOSEDDead Man's Land Anthology CLOSEDDrop Dead Gorgeous Anthology CLOSEDExorcists of the Dead Anthology CLOSEDFemme Fatale Flashes CLOSEDFlash of Fangs Anthology CLOSEDFlash of the Dead Anthology SeriesFlash of the Undead Anthology CLOSEDHalloweenthology SeriesInvasion: The Dark Side of Technology CLOSEDMask of Sanity Anthology CLOSEDMurder On Her Mind Anthology CLOSEDOcean of the Dead Anthology CLOSEDPetting Boo!: A Zoological Anthology of Horror Stories CLOSEDPocket Full of Posies Anthology CLOSEDSmall Town Shadows Anthology CLOSEDSoulmate Syndrome Anthology CLOSEDSpectral Spectrum: Queer Tales of the Macabre Anthology CLOSEDUnholier Than Thou Anthology CLOSEDWho Let the Gods Out?! CLOSEDWicked Flashes of Fantasy: Anthology of Dark Fantasy Flash Fictions CLOSEDWreckollections: Haunted by Terrible Memories CLOSEDYulehide 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: 16 Oct 2026We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year. 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