Complex Fairy Tales A project of Defenestrationism (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions. We provide the following information as an archive. About How can children be raised best adapted to the complexities of 21st century existence? We believe that children who read, and are read to, especially, will develop a life-long enthusiasm for reading. However, the impressionability of young people cannot be exaggerated. We propose a selection of stories that do not oversimplify existence, or treat children (even infants) as children, but are written in language they will understand. Kids are smart– unless convinced otherwise– and will grasp much more than one might expect. Country of Publication United States Publication Media & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationOne-time publicationPrint Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication Fiction Closed Audience:Children, All ethnic groups/populations, All genders, People with disabilities.Genres: Open to all/most Genres, including: General Open to all/most Subgenres, including: Magic Realism Fantasy Open to all/most Subgenres, including: Fabulism, Magic RealismLengths: Short Story: No specific word count limits known (our definition: 1000 to 7500 words).Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Mainstream, Quirky.Topics: Other: See guidelines.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Electronic submissions. Reprints: Reprints are allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.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 Complex Fairy Tales 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 ProjectsDefenestrationism CLOSEDDefenestrationism !Short Story Contest! DNQDefenestrationism Flash Suite Contest DNQDefenestrationism Lengthy Poem Contest DNQ 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