Apple in the Dark Journal See other projects related to this listing. About Apple in the Dark is an online publication focusing on works of fiction and creative nonfiction Voluntary Fees: This project accepts voluntary fees for "tip jar" submissions. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2020 Publication Medium & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationPublished 2 x per year Collapse section Fiction Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: General.Lengths: Flash Fiction: Up to 1,000 words; Up to 3 pieces. Short Story: 1,000 - 1,500 words; Up to 3 pieces.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Duosuma submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Collapse section Nonfiction Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Lengths: Narrative Nonfiction: Up to 1,500 words; Up to 3 pieces.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Duosuma submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to publication's website Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook FacebookInstagram @appleinthedarkmag For the Editor(s): Request Interview Link to Duotrope Apple in the Dark Journal 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 132 reports from 123 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported: 1 min | 36.4 mean avg | 40.0 median | 105 max days (19.9 std dev) Responses 92.43 % Acceptances: 10.61 % of submissions accepted (30.2 avg. days per acceptance) | 11.38 % of submitters accepted Rejections are often underreported, which skews the statistics in favor of acceptances. Most publishers have a lower acceptance rate than indicated here. Rejections: 81.82 % (38.3 avg. days per rejection) | 0.9 % personal, 99.1 % form, 0.0 % unspecified Non-Responses 7.58 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals: 7.58 % (9.5 avg. days per withdrawal) Other Information The most common submission tip paid: USD $3.00. (48.0 % reported giving a tip.) Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 23 Jan 2025. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 13 Jan 2025. 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 ProjectsApple in the Dark Flash Fiction Contest DNQ Charges fees for all submissions 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: 26 May 2025Last Audited: 26 May 2025 Date Added: 20 Jul 2020We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year.