Jim Baen's Universe Do not submit here! This project is permanently closed to submissions. We provide the following information as an archive. About Two or three slots in each issue will be reserved to introduce new writers. "New writers" are defined as anyone with no novels and no more than three pieces of short fiction published in professional markets as recognized by the Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America (SWFA). Submissions wanting consideration for the "Introducing" new writers slot in each issue must be submitted via the UniverseSlush conference on Baen's Bar. There are no exceptions. Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationPublished 6 x per year Fiction Closed Audience:UnknownGenres: Fantasy. Science Fiction.Lengths: Flash Fiction: No specific word count limits known (our definition: up to 1000 words). Short Story: No specific word count limits known (our definition: 1000 to 7500 words). Novelette: No specific word count limits known (our definition: 7500 to 15000 words). Novella: No specific word count limits known (our definition: 15000 to 40000 words).Styles:UnknownTopics:None found.Payment:Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Royalties Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word). Royalties.Note: We list broad pay categories rather than payment specifics. Check with the publisher for details.Submissions:Method: Electronic submissions. 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: Correction/Update Support this Publisher: Subscribe Jim Baen's Universe 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. This listing is inactive and does not have any submission reports for the past 12 months. Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! 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: 11 Mar 2025Date Added: 30 Oct 2005