The Cost of Keeping Dragons Anthology A project of Blue Beech Press (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (May 2026). We provide the following information as an archive. About We are looking for great Sci-Fi and Fantasy. DO include a dragon somewhere in the story. A real dragon or a dragon tattoo or anything in-between. Literal or symbolic, it’s up to you! Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2026 Publication Medium & Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Fiction Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: Fantasy Open to all/most Subgenres Science Fiction Open to all/most SubgenresLengths: Short Story: 1,500 - 7,500 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Mainstream.Topics: Other: See guidelines.Payment:Token payment (under 1 US cent per word) Token payment. Details: USD $.005/word; minimum payment $15.Submissions:Method: Email. 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) The Cost of Keeping Dragons 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. Filter: Category: Group by submission Include related projects Accuracy We have received 4 reports from 4 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 117 min | 139.5 mean avg | 132.0 median | 177 max days (28.4 std dev) Pending 3 responses are pending (159 min | 166.0 mean avg | 164.0 median | 175 max days waiting | 8.2 std dev) from 3 different members This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information The editors will try to make a decision within 60 days. (100.0 % of the responses reported to us for this listing have taken longer than 60 days.) Do not query on the status of your submission before 60 days have passed. Most recent response reported was received on 14 Aug 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 19 Apr 2026. Date compiled: 17 Sep 2026 23:41 UTC (less than a minute ago). Work submitted here was also submitted to...This section is available to subscribers only. Sign up and start your free trial today!Members accepted here also had work accepted by...This section is available to subscribers only. Become a member and start your free trial today! Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsBlue Beech PressScience Fiction and Fantasy Anthology Benefit for John DeJordy CLOSED Charges fees for all submissions 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: 26 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