Pellucid Lunacy A project of Written Backwards (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions. We provide the following information as an archive. About Written Backwards is accepting submissions for Pellucid Lunacy, an anthology of psychological horror. This anthology will be edited by Michael Bailey, author of Palindrome Hannah, Phoenix Rose, and the short story and poetry collection Scales and Petals. Pellucid Lunacy is a trade paperback tentatively slated for October 2010. Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication Fiction Closed What’s acceptable? Fiction that disturbs the nonlinear fabric(s) of reality, stories that look existence in the face and say “Fuck you!” and stories that question trivialities such as coincidence and fate. I am looking for mindbenders that could not only be classified as horror, but as psychological horror. Super-natural elements are okay, but no vampires, zombies, werewolves, demons, or anything else overdone in the horror genre. I am looking for stories that push the limits of the human condition. The keyword being ‘human.’ Strong character development is a must.Audience:UnknownGenres: Horror Subgenres: Psychological, Supernatural, excluding Vampire, ZombieLengths: Flash Fiction: 500 - 1,000 words. Short Story: 1,000 - 7,500 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Dark.Topics:None found.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Electronic submissions. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.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: Buy Book(s) Pellucid Lunacy 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. 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! Related ProjectsChiral Mad Anthology Series CLOSEDMiscreations: Gods, Monstrosities & Other Horrors CLOSEDQualia Nous Anthology Series CLOSEDSilent Nightmares Anthology CLOSEDYou, Human Anthology Series 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: 22 May 2026 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