Matariki Short Short Story Celebration A project of takahe magazine (see other related projects). About Every midwinter, the Matariki star cluster adorns the night sky, and mirroring this, the Matariki Short Short Story Celebration originated as a way to uplift a dazzling selection of very short fiction pieces. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is NZD $3 (below average for contests). Limited Demographic: Submissions are restricted to those currently living in Aotearoa New Zealand, along with New Zealand citizens and residents living overseas. Country of Publication & Year Established New Zealand Established in 2022 Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print 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 500 words.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: NZD $150.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. 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:Bluesky @takahemagazine.bsky.socialFacebook FacebookInstagram @takahe_magazineX (Twitter) @takahemagazine Support this Publisher: Make a Donation For the Editor(s): Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Matariki Short Short Story Celebration 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. We have not received any submission reports for this listing in the past 12 months. Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsMonica Taylor Poetry Prize Charges fees for all submissionstakahe magazine 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: 27 Jun 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