Savage Beasts: An Anthology of Primal Screams MATURE CONTENT A project of Grey Matter Press (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions. We provide the following information as an archive. About We’re looking for dark and terrifying tales of fiction that have been scratched into the inside of your skull by the musical earworms to which you listen. Hundreds of authors report getting their inspiration for their dark tales from music. Whether that musical choice be metal, classic rock, country or the far more horrifying pop tunes that ramble in and out of your head, any source of inspiration will work. Whether a complete song, or a single lyric, as long as your inspiration is musical it will qualify your exceptional piece of dark fiction for consideration into SAVAGE BEASTS. Country of Publication United States Publication Media & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationOne-time publicationPrint Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication Fiction Closed Audience:Adults.Genres: Horror Subgenres: Dark Fantasy, Extreme HorrorLengths: Short Story: 3,000 - 7,500 words. Novelette: 7,500 - 10,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Dark, Mainstream.Topics: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: Electronic submissions. Reprints: Reprints are NOT 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) Savage Beasts: An Anthology of Primal Screams 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 ProjectsDark Visions CLOSEDDeath's Realm CLOSEDGrey Matter Press DNQGrey Matter Press Monsters Anthology CLOSEDOminous Realities CLOSEDSplatterlands 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