Weird Alchemy Anthology A project of Alchemy Press (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (July 2026). We provide the following information as an archive. About We are looking for weird stories, strange tales, dark fantasy and/or horror stories for a forthcoming Alchemy Press anthology, to be published towards the end of 2026.The tentative title is Weird Alchemy (see what we did?). Country of Publication United Kingdom Publication Medium & Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication AI Policy Unknown AI policy Fiction Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: Fantasy Subgenres: Dark Fantasy, Weird/New Weird Horror Open to all/most Subgenres, including: Weird/New WeirdLengths: Short Story: 3,000 - 6,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Dark, Mainstream.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Payment:Token payment (under 1 US cent per word) Token payment. Details: GBP £0.01/word.Submissions:Method: Email. Reprints: Unknown.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.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) Weird Alchemy 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 outliers Include related projects Accuracy We have received 11 reports from 11 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 16 min | 23.3 mean avg | 23.0 median | 30 max days (16.2 std dev) Responses 100 % 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: 100.00 % (22.6 avg. days per rejection) | 18.2 % personal, 72.7 % form, 9.1 % unspecified Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals - Pending 4 responses are pending (61 min | 64.3 mean avg | 62.5 median | 71 max days waiting | 4.6 std dev) from 4 different members This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information Most submissions are acknowledged within one day. Most recent response reported was received on 09 Aug 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 21 Jul 2026. Date compiled: 20 Sep 2026 05:18 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 ProjectsAlchemy Novellas ON HIATUSThe Alchemy Press Book of Ancient Wonders CLOSEDAlchemy Press Book of Horrors Anthology Series ON HIATUSThe Alchemy Press Book of Pulp Heroes CLOSEDThe Alchemy Press Book of Urban Mythic CLOSEDAstrologica: Stories of the Zodiac CLOSEDKneeling in the Silver Light 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 Jul 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