A Midsummer Tale Narrative Writing Contest A project of Toasted Cheese Literary Journal (see other related projects). About AMT is a summer-themed narrative writing contest open to non-genre fiction and creative nonfiction. No Fees! This contest does not charge mandatory fees. Want more insight into the affiliated editors' preferences? Read our interview with the editor(s) of Toasted Cheese Literary Journal. Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Collapse section Fiction Temp Closed Dates:Will be open to submissions from 01 April 2027 12:00 AM PDT (in 201 days) through 21 June 2027.Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Short Story: 1,000 - 5,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary, Mainstream.Topics: Other: May vary.Winner's Prize:No monetary payment No monetary payment. Details: Amazon gift card.Submissions:Method: Email. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are NOT allowed.Multiple entries: Multiple entries are NOT allowed.Media: Text. Collapse section Nonfiction Temp Closed Dates:Will be open to submissions from 01 April 2027 12:00 AM PDT (in 201 days) through 21 June 2027.Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Lengths: Narrative Nonfiction: 1,000 - 5,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary, Mainstream.Topics: Other: May vary.Winner's Prize:No monetary payment No monetary payment. Details: Amazon gift card.Submissions:Method: Email. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are NOT 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 contest webpage Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook FacebookInstagram @toastedcheese.ljX (Twitter) @toasted_cheese Support this Publisher: Make a Donation For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope A Midsummer Tale Narrative Writing Contest 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: All Categories Fiction Nonfiction Group by submission Include related projects Accuracy: We have not received any complete reports within the past 12 months. Pending 2 responses are pending (82 min | 88.0 mean avg | 88.0 median | 94 max days waiting | 8.5 std dev) from 2 different members This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days 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 ProjectsDead of Winter Horror Fiction Writing ContestThe Mollie Savage Memorial Writing ContestToasted Cheese Literary Journal 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: 25 Jun 2026We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year. 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