Dragon Tomes Publishing Ghost & Cryptid Short Story Anthology A project of Dragon Tomes Publishing Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (July 2025). We provide the following information as an archive. About Dragon Tomes Publishing is putting together a new anthology of chilling, mysterious, and monstrous tales—and we want your best ghost and cryptid stories. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2025 Publication Medium & Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication Fiction Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: Fantasy Open to all/most Subgenres, including: Supernatural, Weird Western Horror Open to all/most Subgenres, including: Creature Horror, Weird/New WeirdLengths: Flash Fiction: Up to 1,000 words; Up to 2 pieces. Short Story: 1,000 - 6,000 words; Up to 2 pieces.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Mainstream.Topics: Folklore/Mythology: Cultural folklore, Ghost stories, Urban legends, See guidelines.Payment:Token payment (under 1 US cent per word) to Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Pay ranges from Token payment to Professional payment. Details: USD $20 per story.Submissions:Method: Email. Reprints: Reprints are NOT 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: Shop their Store Dragon Tomes Publishing Ghost & Cryptid Short Story 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. Filter: Category: Group by submission Accuracy We have received 10 reports from 10 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 65 min | 74.8 mean avg | 75.5 median | 80 max days (4.3 std dev) Responses 100 % Acceptances: 0.00 % No publication has a 0% acceptance rate. This data is based on submission reports sent to Duotrope, and we have not received reports of any acceptances yet. Rejections: 100.00 % (74.8 avg. days per rejection) | 0.0 % personal, 80.0 % form, 20.0 % unspecified Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals - Other Information Submissions are acknowledged within 16 days on average. Most recent response reported was received on 06 Oct 2025. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 31 Jul 2025. Date compiled: 17 Sep 2026 23:37 UTC (less than a minute ago). Work submitted here was also submitted to...This section is available to subscribers only. Sign up and start your free trial today!Members accepted here also had work accepted by...This section is available to subscribers only. Become a member and start your free trial today! Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! 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: 31 Jul 2025 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