Odd Embers Writing Contest About Odd Embers is a new flash fiction writing contest that aims to spark your creativity with unique prompts you can turn into a red-hot story. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $25 (above average for contests). Important: Writers must register in advance. The dates shown are for registration. Submission requirements vary; check guidelines for current details. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2026 Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationUnknown contest frequency AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Statistics Synopsis FasterOdd Embers Writing Contest's overall average response time is faster than most contests. Fiction Open Fee-based Dates:Open to fiction submissions through 29 September 2026 11:59 PM EDT (in 14 days).Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: Open to all/most Genres (Excluding: Erotica), including: GeneralLengths: Flash Fiction: 500 - 1,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary, Mainstream.Topics: Other: May vary.Theme:Rhyming Halloween Horror (30 Sep 2026 03:59 UTC)Winner's Prize:Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Professional payment. Details: USD $300 for first prize.Submissions:Method: Online form. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.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 @oddembers.com For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Odd Embers Writing 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 Accuracy We have received 5 reports from 4 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 36 min | 44.0 mean avg | 45.0 median | 48 max days (4.6 std dev) Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $25.00. Submissions are acknowledged within 12 days on average. Most recent response reported was received on 08 Sep 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 03 Aug 2026. Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 09:01 UTC (less than a minute 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! 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: 15 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