Kazka Press Short Story 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 No about statement available. No Fees! This contest does not charge mandatory fees. Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationAwarded 12 x per year Fiction Closed For these short stories, we’re looking for SFF stories that begin strong, setting up character, tension, and world in the first three paragraphs. We’re looking for SFF stories that have thick middles that digs their hooks into us and don’t let go. We’re looking for SFF stories that leave us feeling and thinking and yearning and perhaps even sweating at the end. We’re looking for writers who can tell the difference between droll exposition and chunky, driving prose. In short, we’re looking for you.Audience:UnknownGenres: Fantasy Open to all/most Subgenres Science Fiction Open to all/most SubgenresLengths: Short Story: 1,000 - 3,500 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles.Topics:None found.Winner's Prize:Semi-pro payment (1-4.9 US cents per word) Semi-pro payment (1-4.9 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 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 Short Story 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 Flash Novels 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 Dec 2024 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