Kazka Press Flash Novels Contest A project of Kazka Press (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions. We provide the following information as an archive. About We love novellas. Love, love, love them–and we think there should be more of them in the world. However, one of our least favorite words is novella. To us, the word signals that the work wanted to be something grander but couldn’t quite get there, like the story ran off the rails and the poor author had no choice but to cut the cord. However, writing comes in all sizes, and some books were meant to be short. We opt for flash novel as the term for these works that hover somewhere between 35,000 and 50,000 words. We think the term fits. Do you have an exciting flash novel in you? We think you do. No Fees! This contest does not charge mandatory fees. Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year Fiction Closed Audience:UnknownGenres: Fantasy Open to all/most Subgenres, including: Dark Fantasy, Retrofuturism, Slipstream, Urban Fantasy Science Fiction Open to all/most Subgenres, including: Alternate History, Retrofuturism, SlipstreamLengths: Novella: 35,000 - 40,000 words. Novel: 40,000 - 50,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles.Topics:None found.Winner's Prize:Semi-pro advance (US$200-1999) + >= 15% royalties Semi-pro advance (US$200-1999). ≥ 15% royalties.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 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: Correction/Update Kazka Press Flash Novels 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. This listing is inactive and does not have any submission reports for the past 12 months. Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related Projects713 Flash Fiction Contest CLOSEDAt Year's End: SFF Holiday Stories. CLOSEDBronie Anthology CLOSEDCalifornia Cantata Anthology CLOSEDKazka Press Short Story Contest CLOSED 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: 22 May 2026 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