Dragon Gems Short Fiction Program A project of Water Dragon Publishing (see other related projects). This project is on indefinite hiatus. Check their site to find out whether this is a submission and/or publication hiatus. (March 2026) About Dragon Gems is our publishing program for short fiction when a novel just won’t do. Country of Publication United States Publication Media Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationPrint Publication Print Publication AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Fiction On Hiatus Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: Fantasy Open to all/most Subgenres Science Fiction Open to all/most SubgenresLengths: Short Story: 5,000 to 7,500 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Mainstream.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Other: May vary.Payment:Semi-pro advance (US$200-1999) + No royalties Provides free copy/copies Semi-pro advance. No royalties. Provides free copy/copies. Details: USD $0.02/word.Submissions:Method: Online form. 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 publisher's website Report: Correction/Update Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) Dragon Gems Short Fiction Program 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 Include related projects Accuracy: We have not received any complete reports within the past 12 months. Pending 1 response is pending (513 days waiting). This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days 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. 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 ProjectsCorporate Catharsis: The Work From Home Edition CLOSEDCosmic Horror Anthology CLOSEDCupid's Arrow Publishing DNQDalliances Anthology Series DNQThe Future's So Bright Anthology CLOSEDGradeside StoriesGraveside Press DNQGraveside Press Bite Anthology CLOSEDGraveside Press Cryptids Anthology CLOSEDGraveside Press Howl Anthology CLOSEDGraveside Press Monster Anthology CLOSEDGraveside Press Soul Anthology CLOSEDGraveside Press Witchcraft Anthology CLOSEDIllustrated Poetry Anthology CLOSEDPaper Angel Press DNQTiny TerrorsUnruly VoicesWater Dragon PublishingWe Fear Not the Sea Anthology CLOSED 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.For book publishers, it is standard to submit a cover letter, synopsis, and sample instead of the full manuscript. Do this unless otherwise instructed.Be professional, patient, and persistent. DatesLast Updated: 17 Mar 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