Folded Space An Audio Science Fiction Anthology A project of Tales to Terrify (see other related projects). About Folded Space exists to celebrate the art of storytelling. Our mission is to bring listeners compelling short form science fiction, space opera, and speculative tales through simple, high quality audio recordings. We believe in the power of voice and narrative without frills, filters, or distractions. We aim to amplify diverse voices from both emerging and established authors. Want more insight into the editors' preferences? Read our interview with the editor(s). Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2026 Publication Medium & Frequency Audio Publication Audio PublicationUnknown publication frequency AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Statistics Synopsis FasterFolded Space's overall average response time is faster than most magazines. More ChallengingFolded Space's overall acceptance rate is lower than most magazines. More ResponsiveFolded Space's overall rate of non-response is lower than most magazines. Fiction Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: Science Fiction Open to all/most Subgenres, excluding Alternate History, Contemporary/Near Future, RetrofuturismLengths: Short Story: 3,000 - 7,000 words; Up to 2 pieces.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Mainstream.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Payment:Semi-pro payment (1-4.9 US cents per word) Semi-pro payment. Details: USD $0.02/word for originals; $0.01/word for reprints.Submissions:Method: Moksha submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are 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:Bluesky @foldedspace.bsky.socialFacebook FacebookInstagram @foldedspacepodcastFacebook FacebookX (Twitter) @TalesToTerrify Support this Publisher: Make a Donation For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Folded Space 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 14 reports from 12 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 0 min | 13.9 mean avg | 14.5 median | 58 max days (15.1 std dev) Responses 92.86 % 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: 92.86 % (15.0 avg. days per rejection) | 0.0 % personal, 84.6 % form, 15.4 % unspecified | 7.1 % shortlisted Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals 7.14 % (0.0 avg. days per withdrawal) Other Information The editors will try to make a decision within 90 days. Do not query on the status of your submission before 90 days have passed. Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 03 May 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 28 Apr 2026. Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 03:30 UTC (5 hours, 48 minutes ago). Work submitted here was also submitted to...This section is available to subscribers only. 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