Festive Short Story Anthology A project of The Broken Spine (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (April 2025). We provide the following information as an archive. About This hardcover collection will celebrate winter in all its complexities, inviting diverse voices and perspectives into a global literary conversation. Voluntary Fees: This project accepts voluntary fees for donations. Country of Publication United Kingdom Publication Medium & Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication Fiction Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: General Open to all/most Subgenres, including: Gothic Fantasy Open to all/most Subgenres, including: Gothic Horror Open to all/most Subgenres, including: Gothic Science Fiction Open to all/most SubgenresLengths: Flash Fiction: 500 - 1,000 words. Short Story: 1,000 - 2,500 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary, Mainstream.Topics: Folklore/Mythology: Ghost stories, See guidelines. Seasons/Holidays: Seasons, See guidelines.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Online form. 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 Festive 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. 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 ProjectsThe Broken Spine Chapbook CompetitionThe Broken Spine Selected Poetry DNQSlimline Poetry Anthology Series Charges fees for all submissions 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: 21 Dec 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