Fantastic Imaginary Creatures Anthology

A project of Madville Publishing (see other related projects).

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

About

The prose poem is the literary sphinx, the literary chimera, minotaur, gryphon part one thing, part another and at their best, they're magical, mythical. Fantastic Imaginary Creatures seeks to collect the best contemporary prose poems that demonstrate the potentiality and plasticity the form allows, previously published or brand spanking new. We're not looking for short short stories, but rather work that explores the liminal space between story and lyric, the luminous spark of possibility in the form.

Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. (Note: About 10% of anthologies always charge fees.)

Country of Publication & Year Established

United States

Established in 2023

Publication Media & Frequency

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

Poetry Closed

Audience:

Open to a broad Audience.

Genres:

General
Fantasy Open to all/most Subgenres, including: Contemporary

Lengths:

Poem: No line limits known; Up to 5 pieces.

Poetry Forms:

Prose poetry.

Styles:

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

Topics:

Other: See guidelines.

Payment:

Professional payment (US$50 or more per poem) Professional payment (US$50 or more per poem).
Note: We list broad pay categories rather than payment specifics. Check with the publisher for details.

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.

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Dates

Last Updated: 22 May 2026