The Dzanc Books Prize for Fiction A project of Dzanc Books (see other related projects). About The Dzanc Books Prize for Fiction recognizes daring, original, and innovative writing. A cash prize and publication by Dzanc Books will be awarded to the winner. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $25. Want more insight into the editors' preferences? Read our interview with the editor(s). Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year Fiction Open Fee-based Dates:Open to fiction submissions through 30 September 2025* (approx. 104 days from now).5Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: General.Lengths: Novel: No specific word count limits known (our definition: more than 40000 words).Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Winner's Prize:Professional advance (US$2000 or more) + Unknown royalties Professional advance. Unknown royalties. Details: USD $5,000.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.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.* We do not know the time and/or timezone, so we cannot be more precise. Submit early to avoid disappointment. Go to contest webpage Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook FacebookInstagram @dzancbooks For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) The Dzanc Books Prize for Fiction Submission Statistics Free Preview! 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. Accuracy: We have received 9 reports from 9 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported: 46 min | 58.0 mean avg | 73.0 median | 162 max days (41.8 std dev) Pending 3 responses are pending (47 min | 77.7 mean avg | 77.0 median | 109 max days waiting | 84.0 std dev) from 3 different members This only includes pending reports from users who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $25.00. Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 13 Nov 2024. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 28 Sep 2024. 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 ProjectsDzanc BooksDzanc Books Diverse Voices Prize DNQDzanc Books Nonfiction Collection Prize Charges fees for all submissionsDzanc Books Novel Contest for Mid-Career Writers ON HIATUS Charges fees for all submissionsDzanc Books Short Story Collection Prize Charges fees for all submissionsThe Dzanc Poetry Collection Prize CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsMen in Bed Anthology 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: 24 Mar 2025Last Audited: 06 Feb 2025 Date Added: 24 Mar 2016We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year.