The Crawling Moon Queer Tales of Inescapable Dread A project of Neon Hemlock Press (see other related projects). Do not submit here! This project is permanently closed to submissions (January 2023). We provide the following information as an archive. About We are looking for dark stories that subvert the gothic and explore the filthier edges of horror. We would like to be scandalized. We’re using the most inclusive definition of queer. Queer, trans, ace, undefinable. Throughout, we’re looking for rich, varied and nuanced understandings of gender, family and ethnicity. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2022 Publication Media & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationOne-time publicationPrint Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication Fiction Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: Horror Open to all/most Subgenres, including: Gothic, Psychological, Supernatural.Lengths: Short Story: 1,000 - 6,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Mainstream.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Sexuality/Gender: LGBTQ issues, See guidelines. Other: See guidelines.Payment:Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word).Note: We list broad pay categories rather than payment specifics. Check with the publisher for details.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are 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) The Crawling Moon Submission Statistics Free Preview! 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 ProjectsBaffling Magazine MATUREGlitter + Ashes: Queer Tales of a World That Wouldn't Die CLOSEDLuminescent Machinations: Queer Tales of Monumental Invention CLOSEDNeon Hemlock PressOpulent Syntax Anthology of Irish Speculative Fiction CLOSEDShatter the Sun: Queer Tales of Untold Adventure CLOSEDUnfettered Hexes: Queer Tales of Insatiable Darkness CLOSEDWe're Here: The Best Queer Speculative Fiction Anthology Series 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: 14 Mar 2025Date Added: 02 Nov 2022