The Middle of Nowhere: Horror in Rural America A project of Pill Hill 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 horror/suspense/mystery/supernatural stories that take place in rural America. Other genres are okay as long as the main theme is dark and/or disturbing. Think farmland. Think abandoned buildings. Think small towns with nosy neighbors. Think malevolence in Middle America. Think long, creepy country roads. Most importantly, think outside the box! Traditional monsters (vampires, werewolves, zombies, witches, mummies, etc.) Are welcome as long as presented in a fresh and interesting way. We are especially interested in stories that take place in Nebraska or surrounding states, though any rural location is acceptable and will be considered. Scare me, thrill me, make me want to pack my bags and move to the city! Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication Fiction Closed Audience:UnknownGenres: Open to all/most Genres, including: Horror Mystery/Crime Suspense/ThrillerLengths: Flash Fiction: 500 - 1,000 words. Short Story: 1,000 - 7,500 words.Styles:UnknownTopics:None found.Payment:Semi-pro payment (1-4.9 US cents per word) Semi-pro payment (1-4.9 US cents per word).Note: We list broad pay categories rather than payment specifics. Check with the publisher for details.Submissions:Method: Postal. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.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. 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