We're Here The Best Queer Speculative Fiction Anthology Series A project of Neon Hemlock Press (see other related projects). About We are looking for the best speculative stories published in the current year that implicitly or explicitly explores queerness and/or transness. We refer to queerness that is inclusive of ace/aro stories, trans and nonbinary stories, and intersex stories. Important: Reprints only from current year. The editors may not respond to all submissions. After waiting a reasonable amount of time, assume your submission will not be accepted. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2020 Publication Medium & Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationPublished 1 x per year 32 members set this anthology as a Favorite. Fiction Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience, including: Nonbinary people, Transgender people, Specific gender identity, Asexuals, Bisexuals, Lesbians/Gays, Specific sexual identity.Genres: Fantasy Open to all/most Subgenres. Horror Open to all/most Subgenres. Science Fiction Open to all/most Subgenres.Lengths: Flash Fiction: Up to 1,000 words. Short Story: 1,000 - 7,500 words. Novelette: 7,500 - 15,000 words. Novella: 15,000 - 17,500 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Mainstream.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Sexuality/Gender: LGBTQ issues, See guidelines. Other: See guidelines.Payment:Semi-pro payment (1-4.9 US cents per word) Semi-pro payment. Details: USD $0.01/word.Submissions:Method: Online form. Reprints: Reprints are allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.Multiple entries: Multiple entries are 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: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Bluesky @neonhemlock.bsky.socialFacebook FacebookInstagram @neonhemlockX (Twitter) @neonhemlock For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) We're Here Submission Statistics Free Preview! 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. Accuracy: We have received 11 reports from 6 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported: 129 min | 281.4 mean avg | 305.0 median | 492 max days (235.4 std dev) Responses 54.55 % 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: 54.55 % (267.3 avg. days per rejection) | 0.0 % personal, 66.7 % form, 33.3 % unspecified Non-Responses 45.45 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: 45.45 % (324.0 avg. days before reporting submissions as never responded) Withdrawals: - Pending 4 responses are pending (182 min | 265.8 mean avg | 268.5 median | 344 max days waiting | 366.3 std dev) from 3 different members This only includes pending reports from users who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information The editors may not respond to all submissions. After waiting a reasonable amount of time, assume your submission will not be accepted. Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 25 May 2025. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 24 Dec 2024. 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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: 17 Mar 2025Last Audited: 25 Feb 2025 Date Added: 17 Sep 2020We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year.