Fierce Family A project of Crossed Genres Publications (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions. We provide the following information as an archive. About Strong, united families are rarely portrayed in SFF. They’re often dysfunctional, combative, self-destructive, or miserable, when they’re portrayed at all. This is especially true for non-nuclear and adoptive families – single parent families and families with no children are easy targets for invalidation. And QUILTBAG families are almost never portrayed in SFF at all, regardless of whether their families are loving or falling apart. Two birds, one stone. We want stories in which at least one member of the family is QUILTBAG. They can be families of any constellation: all sizes and configurations, families of choice as well as families by birth. The families are caring and connected – when outside conflict arises, they come together to defend and aid one another. Fiercely, and without hesitation. Country of Publication United States Publication Media & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationOne-time publicationPrint Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication Fiction Closed Audience:UnknownGenres: Fantasy Open to all/most Subgenres Science Fiction Open to all/most SubgenresLengths: Short Story: 2,000 - 7,500 words. Novelette: 7,500 - 8,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles.Topics:None found.Payment:Token payment (under 1 US cent per word) Token payment (under 1 US cent per word).Note: We list broad pay categories rather than payment specifics. Check with the publisher for details.Submissions:Method: Electronic submissions. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.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) Make a Donation Fierce Family 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 ProjectsAnnual Flash Fiction Contest CLOSEDCrossed Genres Magazine CLOSEDCrossed Genres Micro-Anthology Series CLOSEDFat Girl in a Strange Land Anthology CLOSEDLong Hidden Anthology Series CLOSEDMENIAL: Skilled Labor in SF CLOSEDOomph: A little super goes a long way CLOSEDScience in My Fiction DNQScience in My Fiction Contest CLOSEDWinter Well: Speculative Novellas of Older Women CLOSED 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: 22 May 2026 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