New American Fiction Prize A project of New American Press (see other related projects). About The New American Fiction Prize is awarded each year to a full-length fiction manuscript, such as a story collection, novel, novella(s), or something that blends forms, like a novel in verse. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $25 (above average for contests). Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis Slower New American Fiction Prize's overall average response time is slower than most contests. More ChallengingNew American Fiction Prize's overall acceptance rate is lower than most contests. Less ResponsiveNew American Fiction Prize's overall rate of non-response is higher than most contests. Fiction Temp Closed Dates:Will be open to submissions from 15 February 2027* (approx. 161 days from now) through 15 June 2027.2Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Novella: 25,000 - 40,000 words. Fiction Collection: More than 25,000 words. 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:Semi-pro advance (US$200-1999) + No royalties Provides free copy/copies Semi-pro advance. No royalties. Provides free copy/copies. Details: USD $1,500.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.* 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 @newamerpress Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) For the Editor(s): Request Interview Link to Duotrope New American Fiction 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 20 reports from 20 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 137 min | 189.3 mean avg | 181.5 median | 452 max days (68.1 std dev) Responses 85.00 % 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: 85.00 % (184.5 avg. days per rejection) | 11.8 % personal, 64.7 % form, 23.5 % unspecified Non-Responses 5.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: 5.00 % (452.0 avg. days before reporting submissions as never responded) Withdrawals 10.00 % (171.0 avg. days per withdrawal) Pending 13 responses are pending (58 min | 103.0 mean avg | 91.0 median | 188 max days waiting | 496.2 std dev) from 13 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 $25.00. Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 16 Dec 2025. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 15 Jul 2025. Date compiled: 06 Sep 2026 16:23 UTC (6 hours, 17 minutes 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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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: 21 Jun 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