Micro of the Month Writing Challenge A project of Strange Pilgrims (see other related projects). About No about statement available. Voluntary Fees: This project accepts voluntary fees for “tip jar” submissions. Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationAwarded 12 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis FasterMicro of the Month Writing Challenge's overall average response time is faster than most contests. Fiction Temp Closed Dates:Will be open to submissions from 01 October 2026 12:00 AM EDT (in 16 days) through 03 October 2026.Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Flash Fiction: Up to 300 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Other: May vary.Winner's Prize:Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Professional payment. Details: USD $30 for winner.Submissions:Method: Online form. Reprints: Unknown.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.Multiple entries: Unknown.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 Platforms:None known Support this Publisher: Make a Donation For the Editor(s): Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Micro of the Month Writing Challenge 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 related projects Accuracy We have received 8 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 14 min | 24.8 mean avg | 25.5 median | 27 max days (4.5 std dev) Pending 3 responses are pending (11 min | 12.0 mean avg | 11.0 median | 14 max days waiting | 1.7 std dev) from 3 different members This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information The editors will try to make a decision within 21 days. (87.5 % of the responses reported to us for this listing have taken longer than 21 days.) Most recent response reported was received on 29 Aug 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 04 Aug 2026. Date compiled: 14 Sep 2026 20:30 UTC (1 hour, 7 minutes ago). View report of recent responses from this project 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 ProjectsStrange PilgrimsStrange Pilgrims Essay of the Year Prize FLEDGLING Charges fees for all submissionsStrange Pilgrims Prize for Story of the Year FLEDGLING 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