Kirby Fantasy Fiction Magazine About Kirby magazine exists to champion original fantasy.We publish stories shaped by their own histories and mythologies—worlds that feel lived in. From epic landscapes to intimate character journeys, our focus is on work that treats fantasy as more than escapism, but as a lens through which we explore identity, belief, conflict from the deepest parts of our imagination.At its core, this is a platform for writers. Short fiction remains one of the most vital proving grounds in the literary ecosystem—where voices are discovered . We are here to support that process by giving emerging and established writers a space to be read, shared, and taken seriously.We are striving to be more than a publication.We are building a body of work.New worlds. New voices. Country of Publication & Year Established United Kingdom Established in 2026 Publication Media & Frequency Audio Publication Audio PublicationUnknown publication frequencyElectronic Publication Electronic PublicationUnknown publication frequency AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Fiction Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: Fantasy Open to all/most SubgenresLengths: Flash Fiction: 300 - 1,000 words. Short Story: 2,500 - 7,500 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Mainstream.Topics: Other: May vary.Payment:Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Occasionally pays royalties Professional payment. Occasionally pays royalties. Details: GBP £0.05/word.Submissions:Method: Online form. 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:Bluesky @gvck.bsky.socialFacebook FacebookLinkedIn LinkedIn For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Kirby Fantasy Fiction Magazine 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 Accuracy We have received 1 report within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Pending 23 responses are pending (108 min | 150.4 mean avg | 151.0 median | 196 max days waiting | 27.6 std dev) from 22 different members This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 03:30 UTC (6 hours, 32 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! 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: 02 Sep 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