Dinah Marshall Backhouse Prize for Short Fiction A project of Backhouse Press Fledgling Listing: This project is new and has been listed with us for less than six months. About The Dinah Marshall Backhouse Prize for Short Fiction was created to recognize fiction that isn’t afraid to plunge beneath the surface—stories that are alive with character, contradiction, vulnerability, imagination and consequence.We are interested in literary fiction in all its forms. We are especially drawn to work that explores the complications of being human: identity, family, belonging, survival, desire, power, memory, transformation and, sometimes, the things we struggle to say. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is CAD $25 (average for contests). Country of Publication & Year Established Canada Established in 2026 Publication Media & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationUnknown contest frequencyPrint Publication Print PublicationUnknown contest frequency AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Statistics Synopsis FasterDinah Marshall Backhouse Prize for Short Fiction's overall average response time is faster than most contests. Fiction Open Fee-based Dates:Open to fiction submissions through 31 December 2026 11:59 PM Atlantic Standard Time (in 49 days).Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Short Story: 1,000 - 5,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Winner's Prize:Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Professional payment. Details: CAD $1,000 for first prize.Submissions:Method: Duosuma submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT 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 contest webpage Submit through Duosuma Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook FacebookInstagram @backhousepress For the Editor(s): Link to Duotrope Dinah Marshall Backhouse Prize for Short Fiction 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 8 reports from 8 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 0 min | 1.0 mean avg | 1.0 median | 4 max days (1.5 std dev) Other Information The most common submission fee paid: CAD $25.00. Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 07 Nov 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 07 Nov 2026. Date compiled: 12 Nov 2026 14:33 UTC (less than a minute ago). View report of recent responses from this project 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: 20 Oct 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