Gemini Magazine Flash Fiction Contest MATURE CONTENT A project of Gemini Magazine (see other related projects). About Any subject, style or genre: experimental, mainstream, noir, fantasy, humor, erotica.... Simply send your best, most powerful work. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $8 (below average for contests). Want more insight into the affiliated editors' preferences? Read our interview with the editor(s) of Gemini Magazine. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2009 Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis Slower Gemini Magazine Flash Fiction Contest's overall average response time is slower than most contests. Fiction Temp Closed Audience:Adults.Genres: Open to all/most Genres, including: General Open to all/most Subgenres Erotica Open to all/most Subgenres Fantasy Open to all/most Subgenres Mystery/Crime Open to all/most Subgenres, including: NoirLengths: Flash Fiction: Up to 1,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Experimental, Humorous, Mainstream.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Winner's Prize:Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Professional payment. Details: USD $1,000 first prize.Submissions:Methods: Email. Postal. 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. Go to contest webpage Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook FacebookInstagram @gemini_magazine_X (Twitter) @geminimagazine Support this Publisher: Make a Donation For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Gemini Magazine Flash Fiction 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: Group by submission Include outliers Include related projects Accuracy We have received 6 reports from 6 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 80 min | 122.0 mean avg | 110.0 median | 160 max days (1,037.1 std dev) Pending 8 responses are pending (17 min | 110.9 mean avg | 48.0 median | 381 max days waiting | 1,388.3 std dev) from 8 different members This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $8.00. Most recent response reported was received on 06 Feb 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 02 Sep 2025. Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 08:50 UTC (12 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 ProjectsGemini MagazineGemini Magazine Poetry Open Charges fees for all submissionsGemini Magazine Short Story Contest 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: 31 Aug 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