Flame Tree Fiction

Our latest anthology Learning to Be Human features modern and classic fiction delving into the hot topic of machine learning, AI and what it means to be human. In last week’s blog, authors discussed the inspiration behind their tales in the book, and here they return with recommendations of other stories and insights into how their writing takes shape! Be prepared to come away with a list of more books, films and games to explore further…

Already published in the UK and due for release this month in North America, Learning to Be Human is our latest anthology to combine classic and new themed fiction. In this compelling and timely volume, authors explore the many and various ways that the line between human and machine has been, is being, or could well be tested in the near future. We asked some of the modern authors to say a little more about the ideas behind their stories, so read on for a fascinating glimpse of the book’s contents…

We’re very excited to announce the authors included in our upcoming anthology: African Ghost Short Stories! Earlier this year, we opened for submissions from writers across Africa and the African diaspora, in order to add contemporary voices to the rich seam of the supernatural that exists in African culture, folklore and storytelling. The book, due to be published in mid-April (UK) and mid-May 2024 (North America), combines new submissions, complemented by selected contemporary and modern stories, along with classic writing and folktales, exploring the many facets of African ghostliness and spirituality. With a foreword by award-winning Nigerian-British writer Nuzo Onoh, the 'Queen of Horror', a thoughtful introduction by Prof. Divine Che Neba, and invaluable editorial support from writer and editor Chinelo Onwualu, this latest offering in the Flame Tree Gothic fantasy series delves into the fascinating heritage of African ghostly lore. We’re delighted to have chosen the submissions and contemporary stories below for inclusion: 

We are very excited to announce a new call for submissions which is now open! Please read through the details for submissions carefully before submitting your stories.

** THIS SUBMISSIONS WINDOW IS NOW CLOSED **

We are very excited to re-open our call for submissions for this title! Please read through the details for submissions carefully before submitting your stories.

** THIS SUBMISSIONS WINDOW IS NOW CLOSED **

We are very excited to announce a new call for submissions which is now open! Please read through the details for submissions carefully before submitting your stories.

** THIS SUBMISSIONS WINDOW IS NOW CLOSED **

We are very excited to announce a new call for submissions which is now open! Please read through the details for submissions carefully before submitting your stories and make sure to include the project name in the subject of your email.

**SUBMISSIONS WINDOW IS NOW CLOSED**

With the nights drawing in and a chill in the air, we turn to our fresh release, Spirits & Ghouls, for some atmospheric short stories! Full of spooky tales from the likes of M.R. James, Sheridan Le Fanu, Amelia B. Edwards and more, this latest book features classic fiction alongside new and recent tales by talented modern writers. In the first part of this Q&A, authors spoke about the inspiration behind their story in the anthology. This week, they’re back to shed light on their writing process, as well as recommend other stories on the theme…

As we head into spooky season, we’re celebrating the release of Spirits & Ghouls Short Stories! The anthology joins the ranks of our beautiful Gothic Fantasy hardback books, which combine classic fiction on each theme with new and recent stories written by modern authors. In this first part of an Author Q&A, Spirits & Ghouls contributors tell us the inspiration behind their story. So read on for a taste of the book’s contents…