Fractured Lit Anthology Prize A project of Fractured Lit (see other related projects). About Every year, writers send us their best flash fiction, and they never disappoint! This year, we want your most arresting stories, those that shine the light on the dark parts of our worlds and your character’s psyches. Give us the flash that only you could write with characters only you could create, who fill the page with resonating actions and good trouble, the characters who find themselves through bad choices and resolute actions. Fill our queue with sparkling language, original metaphors, and sparkling sentences that transport us into the narratives we’ve always wished to read but haven’t found yet! Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $20 (average for contests). Country of Publication United States Publication Media & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationAwarded 1 x per yearPrint Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Fiction Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Flash Fiction: Up to 1,000 words; Up to 2 pieces.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: USD $5,000 will be awarded among 20 winners.Submissions:Method: Submittable 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 Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Bluesky @fracturedlit.bsky.socialFacebook FacebookInstagram @FracturedLitX (Twitter) @FracturedLit For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Fractured Lit Anthology Prize 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 outliers Include related projects Accuracy We have received 2 reports from 2 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $25.00. Most recent response reported was received on 25 Mar 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 25 Jan 2026. Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 07:55 UTC (1 hour, 6 minutes 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 ProjectsFractured LitFractured Lit Chapbook Prize CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsFractured Lit Elsewhere Prize Charges fees for all submissionsFractured Lit Flash Fiction Open Charges fees for all submissionsFractured Lit Fractured & Fused Prize CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsFractured Lit Ghost, Fable, and Fractured Fairy Tales Prize Charges fees for all submissionsFractured Lit Legends, Myths, & Allegories Prize DNQ Charges fees for all submissionsFractured Lit Micro Prize Charges fees for all submissionsFractured Lit Reprint Prize DNQ Charges fees for all submissions 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: 03 Sep 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