Phyllis Grant Zellmer Prize for Fiction A project of West Trade Review (see other related projects). About No about statement available. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $15 (average for contests). Limited Demographic: Submissions are restricted to "emerging writers only who have not yet published a book with a print run over 1,500." Country of Publication United States Publication Media & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationAwarded 1 x per yearPrint Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Statistics Synopsis FasterPhyllis Grant Zellmer Prize for Fiction's overall average response time is faster than most contests. Fiction Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Short Story: 1,000 - 7,000 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: USD $1,000 for Grand Prize.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. 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 @westtradereview.bsky.socialFacebook FacebookInstagram @westtradereviewX (Twitter) @WTRlitmagBluesky @ironoakeditions.bsky.socialFacebook FacebookInstagram @ironoakeditionsX (Twitter) @IronOakEditions Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) Purchase Issue(s) For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Phyllis Grant Zellmer Prize for Fiction 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 7 reports from 6 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 9 min | 21.3 mean avg | 13.0 median | 47 max days (16.0 std dev) Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $15.00. Most recent response reported was received on 01 May 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 29 Mar 2026. Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 09:03 UTC (less than a minute ago). 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 ProjectsA Brand New Word in the End Drops Out Anthology CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsIron Oak Editions Charges fees for all submissionsRoots & Words DNQTrill Charges fees for all submissionsWest Trade 704 Prize for Flash Fiction Charges fees for all submissionsWest Trade Review Charges fees for all submissionsWest Trade Review Prize for Poetry 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: 14 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