Happily Never After An Anthology of Dark Fairytales A project of Shacklebound Books (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (March 2026). We provide the following information as an archive. We list other projects with similar titles. Please check that you report any submissions under the correct listing. About Stories must be inspired by fairytales. I’m mostly interested in stories in the fantasy genre but if you can make a sci-fi fairytale work then send it my way. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2025 Publication Media & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationOne-time publicationPrint Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication AI Policy Unknown AI policy Fiction Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience, including: Adults.Genres: Fantasy Open to all/most Subgenres, including: Dark Fantasy Horror Open to all/most Subgenres, including: Dark FantasyLengths: Flash Fiction: Exactly 100 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Dark, Mainstream.Topics: Folklore/Mythology: Fairy tales. Other: See guidelines.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Online form. Reprints: Reprints are allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Multiple entries: Multiple entries are 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) Happily Never After 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 Include related projects Accuracy We have received 6 reports from 6 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 60 min | 197.5 mean avg | 211.5 median | 360 max days (111.3 std dev) Other Information Most recent response reported was received on 09 Aug 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 08 Feb 2026. Date compiled: 08 Oct 2026 01:33 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! Related ProjectsDark Stars CLOSEDDead Planet CLOSEDDefiler CLOSEDDrabbledark Anthology Series DNQDread Space Anthology CLOSEDMaelstroms Anthology CLOSEDThe Mods: Cyberpunk Stories CLOSEDPlanetside Anthology CLOSEDThe Shacklebound Book of Drabbles CLOSEDShacklebound Books Short Horror Stories Anthology CLOSEDShacklebound Books Weird West Anthology CLOSEDSins and Other Worlds Anthology CLOSEDWar Torn Anthology CLOSEDWired Hearts Anthology CLOSEDWitches & Warlocks Anthology 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: 04 Mar 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