Horrific History

A project of Hazardous Press (see other related projects).

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

About

We are looking for submissions for Horrific History, a themed horror anthology, for POD paperback and eBook publication. We are looking for tales that show us the true horrific story behind historical events. Zombies in the Civil War, vampires in Renaissance Italy, shapeshifters in the ancient Far East, aliens, demons, and spirits throughout history.

Country of Publication

United States

Publication Media & Frequency

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

Fiction Closed

Audience:

Unknown

Genres:

Horror Subgenre: Historical

Lengths:

Short Story: 2,000 - 7,500 words.
Novelette: 7,500 - 10,000 words.
Novella: 20,000 - 40,000 words.

Styles:

Open to all/most Styles.

Topics:

None found.

Payment:

No monetary payment Royalties No monetary payment. Royalties.
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: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.
Multiple entries: Multiple entries are allowed.
Media: Text.

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Dates

Last Updated: 22 May 2026