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Creatures of Habit: Short Stories of Quirks and Idiosyncrasies

A project of CultureCult Press (see other related projects).

Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (November 2023). We provide the following information as an archive.

About

This collection aims to showcase the eccentricities and unique habits that define us as individuals. Open to all genres, the stories should center on characters and their distinctive quirks or idiosyncrasies. Whether it’s a benign obsession with collecting oddities, a ritualistic daily routine, or an eccentric behavior that defines a personality, we want to delve into the nuances that make your characters tick. Unveil the peculiarities that set your characters apart. Whether comical, poignant, or downright bizarre, let their habits unfold within your narrative.

Country of Publication & Year Established

India
Established in 2023

Publication Media & Frequency

Electronic Publication Electronic Publication
One-time publication
Print Publication Print Publication
One-time publication

Fiction Closed

Audience:

Open to a broad Audience.

Genres:

Open to all/most Genres, including:
General

Lengths:

Flash Fiction: 50 - 1,000 words; Up to 2 pieces.
Short Story: 1,000 - 1,500 words; Up to 2 pieces.
Short Story: 1,500 - 7,500 words.
Novelette: 7,500 - 8,000 words.

Styles:

Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary, Mainstream.

Topics:

Other: See guidelines.

Payment:

No monetary payment No monetary payment.

Submissions:

Method: Electronic submissions.
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.

Creatures of Habit: Short Stories of Quirks and Idiosyncrasies Submission Statistics

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Dates

Last Updated: 22 May 2026

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