The Science of Detection: 12 Cases of Sherlock A project of 18thWall Productions (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions. We provide the following information as an archive. About The Science of Detection is a twelve-part novella series; one will be released each month in 2016, climaxing with a Christmas 2016 release of The Science of Detection: 12 Cases of Sherlock Holmes, an anthology containing all twelve of the stand-alone novellas as well as bonus features. We eagerly await your stories… Country of Publication United States Publication Media & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationOne-time publicationPrint Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication Fiction Closed We ask you to summon up Sherlock Holmes once more. We ask you to take the canonical Holmes, just as Doyle left him, and work him into your style and into your fictional universe. We ask you to create the finest mysteries and adventures.Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: Open to all/most Genres (Excluding: Erotica), including: Action-Adventure Open to all/most Subgenres Mystery/Crime Subgenre: DetectiveLengths: Novella: 15,000 - 30,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Mainstream.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.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 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 Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) The Science of Detection: 12 Cases of Sherlock 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 Projects18thWall Productions DNQAfter Avalon Anthology CLOSEDAll the Petty Myths CLOSEDThe Chromatic Court: Tales of the Lovecraftian Arts CLOSEDFrom the Dragon Lord's Library CLOSEDJust So Stories CLOSEDOverdue: Tales of Mystery and Adventure CLOSEDPizza Parties & Poltergeists Anthology CLOSEDShadows Over Avalon Anthology CLOSEDSockhops and Séances Anthology CLOSEDSpeakeasies and Spiritualists Anthology CLOSEDTheir Coats All Red Anthology CLOSEDThose Who Live Long Forgotten II CLOSEDWar of the Worlds: Absolute War 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