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African Ghost Short Stories | Call for Submissions

Posted by Leah Ratcliffe

We're delighted to announce a new call for submissions which is now open! The theme is African Ghost Short Stories – a chance for African writers around the world to explore their culture of ghostly folklore and offer fresh stories. Please read through the submission details carefully as we’ve changed some of our guidelines and it could result in your submission not being acknowledged if you do not follow them.

*THE SUBMISSION WINDOW FOR THIS ANTHOLOGY IS NOW CLOSED*

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Topics: Short Stories, horror, Horror Fiction, Call For Submissions

Folk Horror | Call for Submissions

Posted by Leah Ratcliffe

We're delighted to let you know this new call for submissions is open! Please read through the submission details carefully as we’ve changed some of our guidelines and it could result in your submission not being acknowledged if you do not follow them.

** THIS SUBMISSIONS WINDOW IS NOW CLOSED **

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Topics: Short Stories, horror, Horror Fiction, Call For Submissions

Flame Tree Press | 4th July Promotion

Posted by Leah Ratcliffe

Attention to all of our US customers: Our notorious 4th July promotion is back! This year we’re showcasing our fabulous ebooks. We've created 4 virtual sets of 4 fantastic ebooks for less than $4 for 4th July. Each ebook is available for 99¢, from Amazon, Apple, B&N Nook, Scribd and many more.

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Immigrant Sci-Fi | Author Q&A | Best Stories & Writing Practices

Posted by Gillian Whitaker

Our latest anthology Immigrant Sci-Fi, available to buy now, contains new, recent and classic tales that explore the world (and outer space) from the perspective of the incoming, examining visions of displacement and relocation in future and speculative settings. In last week’s Q&A, modern authors from the book described the various inspirations behind their included story. This week, they’re back to tell us how their writing comes into being, as well as to recommend other Sci-Fi and migrant stories that have left an impact.

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Immigrant Sci-Fi | Author Q&A | Story Inspirations

Posted by Gillian Whitaker

We're very excited that our latest anthology, Immigrant Sci-Fi Short Stories, is available to buy now! The book combines new tales from submissions, complemented by selected contemporary and modern stories, set in future, interstellar, fantastical and alternative realities, with a foundation of older, realist narratives exploring the plights and adventures of immigrants. As part of this Q&A, some of the book’s modern authors describe the inspiration behind their story, offering a fascinating glimpse of what’s in store with this anthology…

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Learning to Be Human Short Stories | Call for Submissions

Posted by Leah Ratcliffe

We're delighted to let you know this new call for submissions is open! Please read through the submission details carefully as we’ve changed some of our guidelines and it could result in your submission not being acknowledged if you do not follow them.

** SUBMISSIONS WINDOW IS NOW CLOSED **

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Topics: Gothic Fantasy, Short Stories, myths and legends, short fiction, Call For Submissions, anthologies

Shadows on the Water Short Stories | Call for Submissions

Posted by Leah Ratcliffe

We're delighted to let you know this new call for submissions is open! Please read through the submission details carefully as we’ve changed some of our guidelines and it could result in your submission not being acknowledged if you do not follow them.

** SUBMISSIONS WINDOW IS NOW CLOSED **

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Topics: Gothic Fantasy, Short Stories, myths and legends, short fiction, Call For Submissions, anthologies

Hidden Realms | Author Q&A | Best Stories & Writing Practices

Posted by Gillian Whitaker

Our latest anthology, Hidden Realms Short Stories, includes new and old tales of exploration, fantasy and ethereal spaces. The modern stories sit alongside classic fiction from the likes of Frances Hodgson Burnett, Lord Dunsany, Lewis Carroll, George MacDonald, Edith Nesbit, H.G. Wells, and more. Last week, in the first part of this Q&A, authors spoke about the inspiration behind their stories in the book. Now, they cast light on their methods, as well as their favourites from the genre, so see below for some fantastic story recommendations and writing tips!

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Hidden Realms | Author Q&A | Story Inspirations

Posted by Gillian Whitaker

Our latest Gothic Fantasy anthology, Hidden Realms Short Stories, explores the secret, veiled spaces of the known and unknown worlds. With a mix of modern and classic authors, the anthology boasts a selection of enchanting fiction from throughout the ages, including many brand new tales. In this Q&A, some of the book’s authors offer a teaser of what’s in store, with fascinating details on the inspiration behind their story…

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Topics: Gothic Fantasy, Short Stories, anthologies

Alternate History | Author Q&A | Best Stories & Writing Practices

Posted by Gillian Whitaker

Alternate History Short Stories is one of the most recent additions to our series of beautiful hardback anthologies! The book combines classic fiction with exciting stories on the theme by modern authors. In the first part of this Q&A, authors discussed the inspirations behind their contributions. Now, they recommend other great tales in the genre and speak a little about how their own stories are created…

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