Uncharted Magazine Novel Excerpt Prize A project of Uncharted Magazine (see other related projects). About Each year, novel excerpt submissions are some of our readers’ and editors’ favorite narratives to read. We love to be swept away into magnetic worlds full of drama and consequences for robust and dynamic characters. We can feel the time, effort, inspiration, and genius moves that have gone into producing such thrilling stories. We’re honored by your trust in sending us your novel excerpts, and we can’t wait to read them.We’re looking for the best 5,000 words or fewer of your novel in progress! We love to read opening chapters, climaxes, and anything in-between. Give us those scenes full of tension, crackling dialogue, and worlds we’ve never even imagined. Give us a chance to read the most captivating section of your novel—and make us want to read more!Uncharted Magazine publishes genre novel excerpts from fiction writers of any background or experience. We want excerpts that make us hunger for new worlds we can explore through sensual details and human empathy. We want excerpts that make us feel alive, that awaken our desire to go on adventures. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions, except for limited waivers available for historically marginalized groups. The fee is USD $20 (average for contests). Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2022 Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Statistics Synopsis FasterUncharted Magazine Novel Excerpt Prize's overall average response time is faster than most contests. More ChallengingUncharted Magazine Novel Excerpt Prize's overall acceptance rate is lower than most contests. More ResponsiveUncharted Magazine Novel Excerpt Prize's overall rate of non-response is lower than most contests. Fiction Temp Closed Dates:Will be open to submissions from 15 October 2026* (approx. 30 days from now) through 13 December 2026.2Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: General Fantasy Open to all/most Subgenres Horror Open to all/most Subgenres Mystery/Crime Open to all/most Subgenres Science Fiction Open to all/most Subgenres Suspense/Thriller Open to all/most SubgenresLengths: Novel Excerpt: 1,000 - 5,000 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 $1,000 for each winner.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.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:Instagram @uncharted_magX (Twitter) @uncharted_mag_ For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Uncharted Magazine Novel Excerpt Prize 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 Include related projects Accuracy We have received 33 reports from 32 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 16 min | 65.5 mean avg | 66.0 median | 148 max days (75.9 std dev) Responses 100 % Acceptances: 0.00 % No publication has a 0% acceptance rate. This data is based on submission reports sent to Duotrope, and we have not received reports of any acceptances yet. Rejections: 100.00 % (60.6 avg. days per rejection) | 9.1 % personal, 78.8 % form, 12.1 % unspecified | 12.1 % shortlisted Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals - Pending 2 responses are pending (106 min | 114.0 mean avg | 114.0 median | 122 max days waiting | 302.6 std dev) from 2 different members This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $20.00. Submissions are acknowledged within 2 days on average. Most recent response reported was received on 08 Aug 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 31 May 2026. Date compiled: 14 Sep 2026 21:37 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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