In Short: A Journal of Flash Nonfiction (Gold Star Program) Gold Star

In Short: A Journal of Flash Nonfiction is an independent literary magazine for flash nonfiction at every length. We publish creative nonfiction of 1,000 words or fewer, micros of 400 words or fewer, and short-shorts of 100 words or fewer.

By publishing short-form creative nonfiction, we aim to provide a platform for writers who lack the time and resources typically needed for publication. Our goal is to become a leading outlet for flash nonfiction, known for our commitment to quality, diversity, and access.

Flash

Temp Closed

Opens on Friday, January 31, 2025 12:00 AM EST (in 261 days)

Flash nonfiction submissions should be 1,000 words or fewer.

Not Open

Micros

Temp Closed

Opens on Friday, January 31, 2025 12:00 AM EST (in 261 days)

Micro submissions should be 400 words or fewer.

Not Open

Short-Shorts

Temp Closed

Opens on Friday, January 31, 2025 12:00 AM EST (in 261 days)

Short-short submissions should be 100 words or fewer.

Not Open

Visual Art

Temp Closed

For our first issue, In Short is seeking digital and traditional art to accompany flash pieces in publication. We are most interested in artwork featuring non-human subjects, but all submissions are welcome.

Digital artwork must be sized between 1500-2000 pixels. All submissions must be 70ppi minimum.

Traditional artwork must be quality scans for 2D artwork or quality photographs for large scale and 3D artwork. All submissions must be 70ppi minimum.

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