Wired Hearts Anthology A project of Shacklebound Books (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (April 2026). We provide the following information as an archive. About We’re looking for reprint stories to the science fiction theme of “Robots and AI” for a digital and print anthology, titled Wired Hearts. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2026 Publication Media & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationOne-time publicationPrint Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication AI Policy Unknown AI policy Fiction Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: Horror Open to all/most Subgenres Science Fiction Open to all/most SubgenresLengths: Flash Fiction: 500 - 1,000 words. Short Story: 1,000 - 2,000 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 $5 for 500-1,000 words; $10 for over 1,000 words.Submissions:Method: Email. Reprints: Reprints are allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.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: Correction/Update Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) Wired Hearts 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 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 60 min | 89.9 mean avg | 99.0 median | 133 max days (20.8 std dev) Responses 90.91 % Acceptances: 27.27 % of submissions accepted (83.0 avg. days per acceptance) | 27.27 % of submitters accepted Rejections are often underreported, which skews the statistics in favor of acceptances. Most publishers have a lower acceptance rate than indicated here. Rejections: 63.64 % (88.6 avg. days per rejection) | 14.3 % personal, 57.1 % form, 28.6 % unspecified Non-Responses 9.09 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: 9.09 % (133.0 avg. days before reporting submissions as never responded) Withdrawals - Pending 1 response is pending (194 days waiting). This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information Most recent response reported was received on 27 Jun 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 28 Apr 2026. 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! Related ProjectsDark Stars CLOSEDDead Planet CLOSEDDefiler CLOSEDDrabbledark Anthology Series DNQDread Space Anthology CLOSEDHappily Never After CLOSEDMaelstroms Anthology CLOSEDThe Mods: Cyberpunk Stories CLOSEDPlanetside Anthology CLOSEDThe Shacklebound Book of Drabbles CLOSEDShacklebound Books Short Horror Stories Anthology CLOSEDShacklebound Books Weird West Anthology CLOSEDSins and Other Worlds Anthology CLOSEDWar Torn Anthology CLOSEDWitches & Warlocks Anthology 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