​​* We accept UNPUBLISHED horror stories of up to 1,000 words in English from writers worldwide.

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* We accept UNPUBLISHED micros of 100 words, not including the title, in English from writers worldwide.

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* We DO NOT publish poetry.

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* Submit your story through ​​Submittable. We offer a 24-hour response for $5.

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* You can also submit through Duotrope, if you desire.

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​* We DO NOT accept any written work created by AI. *DON'T CHEAT!*

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IMPORTANT STUFF:

​​​* Stories must be double-spaced, 12pt.

 

* DO NOT indent paragraphs! 

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* Place a space between paragraphs!

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* Make sure your story is free of grammatical errors. 

 

* We accept simultaneous submissions but immediately withdraw your story if accepted elsewhere.

 

* Send one story at a time, please.

 

​* Please include a cover letter with a BRIEF bio stating some of your proudest publication achievements. If you've never been published before, no big deal. We welcome newbies as well as seasoned writers.

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* Story of the Month will be posted in its own special page on the site and feature an interview with the winning writer. How cool is that?

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* We do not pay writers but plan to pay when we figure out how to pull it off. We do have a lot of expenses.

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* If you like our ezine and wish to support it, opt for the expedited submission for $5 on Submittable, or the tip jar option on Duotrope. Many thanks.

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*** Interested in a bit of Editorial Assistance? For $25, you can submit your story of 1,000 words or less and we'll provide our editorial expertise on your piece, including line-by-line editing. Pay your fee at:              

 

https://givebutter.com/editorial-assistance-fpyesq

 

Then submit your story at flashphantoms1000@gmail.com as a .docx file.

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* View both our campaigns at https://givebutter.com/oconee

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