The Lantern Keepers A project of Eldritch Cat Press Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (December 2025). We provide the following information as an archive. About Eldritch Cat Press invites writers of all backgrounds and experience levels to submit a piece for our upcoming multi-author anthology titled The Lantern Keepers — a haunting collection of short stories inspired by strange lights, liminal spaces, eerie things lurking in the fog, disembodied voices, odd cats and guiding figures who may (or may not) be leading you towards your doom.We’re looking for tales that include characters who serve as guides, guardians, or messengers between the threshold of the living and the dead, lost or otherworldly. We want stories with haunting, dreadful, eerie, creeping or even sorrowful vibes — as long as it leaves readers checking to make sure there’s no weird lights outside of their windows after dark then you’re on target. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2025 Publication Medium & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic 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, including: Apocalyptic/Post-Apocalyptic, Dark Fantasy, Gothic, Magic Realism, Paranormal Horror Open to all/most Subgenres, including: Apocalyptic/Post-Apocalyptic, Gothic, Magic Realism, Paranormal Mystery/Crime Open to all/most Subgenres Science Fiction Open to all/most Subgenres, including: Apocalyptic/Post-ApocalypticLengths: Short Story: 1,500 - 4,500 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary, Mainstream.Topics: Other: See guidelines.Payment:Token payment (under 1 US cent per word) Token payment. Details: USD $10 per story.Submissions:Method: Email. 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 The Lantern Keepers 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 Accuracy We have received 12 reports from 12 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 16 min | 146.4 mean avg | 132.0 median | 284 max days (88.3 std dev) Responses 0 % Acceptances: 0.00 % No publication has a 0% acceptance rate. This data is based on submission reports sent to Duotrope, and we have not received reports of any acceptances yet. Rejections: - Non-Responses 75.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: 75.00 % (180.3 avg. days before reporting submissions as never responded) Withdrawals 25.00 % (53.7 avg. days per withdrawal) Other Information Date compiled: 08 Oct 2026 01:31 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! 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