First Contact Imminent Anthology A project of Red Skies Press (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions. We provide the following information as an archive. About Welcome to another anthology from Red Skies Press, hosted by guest editor Joseph Jablonski. I'm looking for your most polished and entertaining stories that have a fresh take on this long standing Science Fiction concept. Whether the meeting takes place on Earth, a space ship, a far off colony or alien world is completely up to you, the writer. The sky (and in fact, the universe) is the limit, as long as the idea of first contact is the center of the plot. Give us your best Sci-Fi story. Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication Fiction Closed Audience:UnknownGenres: Science Fiction Open to all/most SubgenresLengths: Short Story: 2,000 - 7,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles.Topics:None found.Payment:No monetary payment to Token payment (under 1 US cent per word) Pays occasionally, up to 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 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) First Contact Imminent 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 ProjectsDreams of Duality Anthology CLOSEDHowl: Echoes Of The Hunt CLOSEDMedieval Nightmares Anthology CLOSEDRomance for Noobs Anthology CLOSEDTales of The Sword Anthology CLOSEDTechno-Goth Cthulhu Anthology CLOSEDTheir Dark Masters CLOSEDTrue Dark 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