Uncharted Magazine Noir Challenge A project of Uncharted Magazine (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (March 2026). We provide the following information as an archive. About It’s time for our noir writers (including crime, mystery, thriller, and atmospheric horror stories) to send us something that utilizes shadows, the juxtaposition of law and crime, and lurking antagonists. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2026 Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationOne-time contest AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Fiction Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: Horror Subgenre: Noir Mystery/Crime Subgenre: Noir Suspense/Thriller Subgenre: NoirLengths: Flash Fiction: No specific word count limits known (our definition: up to 1000 words). Short Story: No specific word count limits known (our definition: 1000 to 7500 words).Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Mainstream.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Winner's Prize:Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Professional payment. Details: USD $500 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: Correction/Update Uncharted Magazine Noir 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 6 reports from 6 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 32 min | 43.8 mean avg | 45.0 median | 52 max days (6.7 std dev) Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $20.00. Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 13 May 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 22 Mar 2026. Date compiled: 14 Sep 2026 21:36 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! 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