Last Man Anthology A project of Sword & Saga Press (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions. We provide the following information as an archive. About The Last Man Anthology: tales of catastrophe, disaster, and woe is a compilation of fiction and poetry celebrating the storytelling of Mary Shelley, the mother of science fiction. Taking inspiration from Shelley's novel, The Last Man, the anthology showcases short stories and poetry that build on the theme of finality--of being last. Currently seeking fiction and poetry submissions. See website for complete details. Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication Collapse section Fiction Closed All fiction should focus on the theme of catastrophic literature, and present interesting and innovative ideas that lend to the conception of being the last. Show us the last man, woman, robot, alien, planet, universe. The last person to do what. The last planet to do what. Show us the end of the world. What world is up to you to decide. The characters or world must show the last of something. Stories should be science fiction in nature, although genre-bending is acceptable. No alternate history.Audience:UnknownGenres: Action-Adventure Fantasy Science Fiction Subgenre: Apocalyptic/Post-Apocalyptic WesternLengths: Short Story: 1,500 - 7,500 words. Novelette: 7,500 - 8,888 words.Styles:Experimental.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. Collapse section Poetry Closed We’re looking for works that show the last of something, the last man, the last world, the last hope, the last drop of water. You decide. The poem should be science fiction in nature, though any genre is acceptable. It should also demonstrate the despair and isolation, and the consequences on the world at large.Audience:UnknownGenres: Action-Adventure Fantasy Science Fiction Subgenre: Apocalyptic/Post-Apocalyptic WesternLengths: Poem: No line limits known.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Experimental.Topics:None found.Payment:Token payment (under US$5 per poem) Token payment (under US$5 per poem).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: 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 Last Man 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 Projects1 Bookshelf BELIEVED DEFUNCTAmerican Athenaeum DNQClamoring Spring Anthology CLOSEDExtraordinary-Voyages: A Tribute to Jules Verne CLOSEDSword & Saga Magazine DNQ 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