Five Stop Story

Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions. We provide the following information as an archive.

About

Our vision is simple: We want to introduce new writers to a range of readers across the UK. Think of us like a dating service for writers and readers – but without the awkward moments. For the reader we are filtering through our competition entries to find the best new writers and providing them with bite-sized stories that they can fit into their everyday lives. For the writer we are providing them with introductions to a ready and waiting body of readers who are keen to discover new authors.

Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions.

Country of Publication

United Kingdom

Publication Medium & Contest Frequency

Electronic Publication Electronic Publication: Awarded 12 x per year

Fiction Closed

Audience:

Unknown

Genres:

General
Action-Adventure Open to all/most Subgenres
Fantasy Open to all/most Subgenres
Horror Open to all/most Subgenres
Mystery/Crime Open to all/most Subgenres
Science Fiction Open to all/most Subgenres
Suspense/Thriller Open to all/most Subgenres

Lengths:

Short Story: 1,000 - 3,000 words.

Styles:

Open to all/most Styles, including: Dark, Humorous, Literary, Mainstream, Quirky, Realist, Satirical.

Topics:

None found.

Winner's Prize:

Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word).
Note: We list broad pay categories rather than prize specifics. Check with the publisher for details.

Submissions:

Method: Electronic submissions.
Reprints: Reprints are NOT 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.

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Five Stop Story Submission Statistics

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Be professional, patient, and persistent.

Dates

Last Updated: 22 May 2026