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 Friday, January 25, 2008
Friday's Feast
Posted by Rachel
You know how even when you're expecting something it can come as a surprise to you? Today is like that for me. I've known this day was coming, but it didn't seem real until now. This may come as a surprise for those of you who don't get the newsletter, but today is my last day as editor of Novel & Short Story Writer's Market. F&W decided to restructure how we produce the various market books, so I'm moving on to other opportunites. I've loved this job and I'm going to miss it. The blog will continue to be updated by the Writer's Market editors, so look for items from Alice Pope, Chuck Sambuchino and Robert Brewer. Please continue to send in your calls for submissions and questions to nsswmATfwpubsDotcom.
That being said, on with today's feast!
Submissions
General. Every Day Fiction is looking for very short (flash) fiction, of 1000 words or less. There's no such thing as too short— if you can tell a story in 50 words, have at it! All fiction genres are acceptable, and stories that don't fit neatly into any genre are welcome too. "While personal experiences and other non-fiction can be great sources of inspiration, please turn them into fiction for us, or send them elsewhere. Our readership is adult, so children's stories are unlikely to be accepted unless they are relevant to adults as well. On the other hand, we are not impressed by gratuitous sex and violence, or pointlessly foul language; edgy content should be necessary and appropriate to the plot and characters." Payment is token and they don't take reprints. Submit via on-site form.
Horror. Champagne Shivers will re-open to submissions Feb 14. They’re a yearly print magazine looking for “the work of poets, fiction writers, non fiction writers, cartoonists, photographers and artists with the ability to inspire shivers in readers.” Fiction should be 500-2500 words and they’ll pay $3-7 (oh and they do reprints).
Bizarro. The Dream People, an eclectic biannual e-journal, has a new eddress. They look for flash fiction that is “distinguished by absurdity, irrealism, the grotesque, narrative experimentation, dark humor, & ultimately a cult sensibility. We are looking for high-quality, stylized fiction that escapes the boundaries of reality & attempts to represent the unrepresentable.”
Conferences
Lesley University Writers' Conference is in Cambridge, Mass., July 27-August 1, 2008. The conference supports writers in a collaborative environment that will provide rich stimulation for anyone interested in fiction, nonfiction, children's book writing, and poetry. Enjoy rigorous workshops, guest speakers, faculty readings, craft lectures, publishing panels, and receptions‹all of which will provide extraordinary opportunities to receive feedback on your work from established writers, share ideas, make connections, and take your writing to the next level. Contact: Joyce Wadlington at 617.349.8298 or jwadlingATlesleyDOTedu.
New Magazines
Speculative Fiction. Dog Versus Sandwich is a blog zine based out of Australia. They want 10,000 word stories and pays $50 (AUS). "Dog Versus Sandwich is dedicated to the fantastic, absurd, surreal, obtuse, bizarre, fandangled, hyperbolic, “slipped streams”, the parable, the duck with the broken leg, the experimental, the mental, and also stories in which a dog eats a sandwich (or vice versa)."
General Fiction. Flash Fiction Online is a monthly Web zine out of the USA. They want flash fiction of 1000 words or less and will pay 5¢ a word. "We're not that concerned about genre. Many of us, including the editor, have a fondness for science fiction and fantasy, but great flash stories aren't always easily classified. If you wrote it, and you love it, then submit it."
Anthologies
Dark Science Fiction. SpecFicWorld is doing an e-anthology entitles It Came From Planet Mars. They want 1000-12,000 word stories and will pay $5 and a PDF copy (Which since it’ll be a free download is nice). "Looking for dark science fiction in all styles, mixes, and viewpoints. Please pay attention to the title of the anthology -- it should be obvious what kind of stories we're looking for with this project. Tip: Send only your best. The darker the better." Deadline is April 15, 2008.
Speculative Fiction. Permuted Press is putting together Robots Beyond. They want 3000-7500 word stories and will pay 1¢ a word and contributor’s copy. "Speculative fiction is, at its heart, the art of what-if. That's what this collection is all about: Robots beyond the normal sci-fi boundaries, crossing into other genres with their customary logic and precision. Feel free to speculate on the role of robots in the Cthulhu Mythos, or how androids might interact with werewolves, vampires, or zombies. But stretch your imagination, and roam farther a field." Deadline is April 15, 2008
Update on 2008 NSSWM info
The Rejected Quarterly is a semiannual print magazine. Contact Daniel Weiss and Jeff Ludecke, fiction editors, at P.O. Box 1351, Cobb CA 95426 or e-mail bplankton@juno.com. "We want the best literature possible, regardless of genre. We do, however, have a bias toward the unusual and toward speculative fiction. We aim for a literate, educated audience. The Rejected Quarterly believes in publishing the highest quality rejected fiction and other writing that doesn't fit anywhere else. We strive to be different, but will go for quality every time, whether conventional or not." They are no longer accepting email subs and pay went up to $12.50.
Tattoo Highway has upped their word limit to 2500. "Tattoo Highway publishes high quality literary prose, both experimental and mainstream, including hypertext and Flash media. Each issue has a theme, and subject matter generally spins off from that. The journal is visually handsome, with unusual graphics. We have no taboos except weak, hackneyed writing. Intended audience: grown-ups who appreciate well-crafted fiction and don't mind an occasional touch of the absurd."
Chronicle Books for Children has changed their submission guidelines: Submit complete ms (picture books); submit outline synopsis and 3 sample chapters (for older readers). Responds to queries in 1 month; will not respond to submissions unless interested. Do not send SASE; send SASP to confirm receipt. No electronic submissions, submissions on disk or fax.
Revolving Door
Harvest Books: Editorial director Tina Pohlman is leaving to join Spiegel & Grau as senior editor, hardcovers, and editorial director, paperbacks.
Harper Children's: Jodi Harris was promoted to editorial director of the Festival imprint. Erin Stein was promoted to her old position of executive editor in the company's Entertainment group.
Simon & Schuster adult trade imprint: Kerri Kolen and Sarah Hochman were both promoted to editor, and David Rosenthal's assistant Nina Schwartz was promoted to assistant editor.
Market Info
1/25/2008 11:32:59 AM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00) 
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Friday, January 18, 2008
Friday's Feast
Posted by Rachel
Wow, using a different Web browser does make a difference in what the Web page looks like. I could go off on some metaphor for writing, but I'm visiting my family in California (I'm using my sister's computer), so that's not going to happen.
Instead, I'll just give you the weekly market highlights. I had a few people send me information about their magazine and contests, and the offer still stands. Send your info on contests, conferences, and calls for submissions for books and magazines to nsswmATfwpubsDOTcom and I'll probably post them, and you can be considered for inclusion in the book.
Contests
Literary. The Library of Virginia Literary Awards are for books written by a Virginia author or having a Virginia-related theme. Winners receive $2500. Submit three copies of published book and the completed entry form by February 8th.
Spec Fic. The 2008 Byzarium Bad-Fic Contenst wants 1500 word stories, and they’ll pay you $10 and a 1 year subscription for your worst stuff. "Announcing the Annual Byzarium Bad-Fic Contest! That's right, people, we want to see it--the most clichéd, stereotyped, all around bad speculative fiction you have to offer!" Deadline is February 29, 2008.
Romance/Literary. The StoryQuarterly Love Story Contest is seeking previously unpublished works of less than 8,000 words. "The subject is love in any and all of its varieties and incarnations—familial, filial, romantic, platonic, the love of place, nature, animals, possessions, beauty, or truth, love that is intellectual, erotic, patriotic, real or imagined, fulfilled or denied, tragic or comedic. Tell us the truth about love!" Awards: First Prize is $2,500, Second Prize is $1,500, and Third Prize is $750. The prize winners will be eligible for inclusion in the 2008 StoryQuarterly Annual. Additionally, ten finalists will receive $100 each. There is a $20 fee for each entry, which includes six months complimentary access to Narrative Backstage. Entries will be accepted until March 31.
Submissions
Speculative Fiction. Three-Lobed Burning Eye is a magazine of quality speculative fiction. "Seeking professional stories that expand the genre(s) by valuing originality in character, narrative and plot. We want only your best fiction, distinct and remarkable tales that the reader cannot forget. We tend more towards horror, dark fantasy and magical realism, maybe suspense or even western, though the story must contain some speculative element." No poetry, non-fiction, fan fiction, erotica, sword & sorcery or space opera. Publishes 2-3 times per year, plus an annual print anthology. Please read an issue and guidelines before submitting. Word count: 1000-7000 words. E-subs only: via on-site form. Pays $13 honorarium plus a copy of annual print anthology. Check site guidelines for details. "Stories that monsters like to read" since 1999.
Mainstream. Wanderings wants 1000-5000 word stories and pays with a contributor’s copy. “We enjoy stories that have something interesting and unique to say. The ideal story for Wanderings is one that takes the reader to some place he or she has never been before, or that portrays something which is seen every day and forces the reader to think about it in a new way. Presenting a fresh perspective through an interesting and engaging set of characters is the best way to make it into the magazine.”
Mystery. Crime and Suspense is looking for mystery/detective stories of 250-4000 words. They pay $5 for flash fiction and $10 for short stories, and $15 for audio short stories.
Pulp. Blazing! Adventures Magazine closes to subs Jan 20th. They want stand alone stories of 5000 words or serials (query first, and the whole story much be completed) and they pay $5.
Fantasy/Science Fiction. Drabblecast is a podcast zine. They pay 3/4 cent per word for stories of 500-2000 words. “In some special cases we will accept stories longer than 2000 words. It’s a very laid back system- we like to work with our authors a bit if necessary to make submissions work better in audio format.” They have a reader, so you just need to send in your story.
New Magazines
Mainstream. Kaleidotrope is a biannual print magazine that “will consider anything up to 10,000 words. (Query first for anything longer.) We want stories that surprise or delight, horrify or amaze, leave readers shocked or laughing aloud. Short-shorts, flash fiction, vignettes or other sundry ephemera are also welcome. Above all else, we want to be told good stories. Doesn't everybody?” Pays $5 and contributor’s copies.
Mystery/Comics. The Thrilling Detective pays $10-15 for 7000-10,000 word stories. All stories must have a P.I., and query before sending in your ms. They do feature a few comics, but you’ll have to query about those as there aren’t any guidelines I could find.
Mystery/Speculative Fiction. Speculative Mystery Iconoclast is a PDF magazine looking for 2000-6000 word stories for their debut issue. They pay $35 flat. "Speculative Mystery Iconoclast is looking for exceptional stories that fall into two categories: 1] Speculative Mystery: These are stories that contain elements of both Speculative fiction as well as Mystery. 2] Iconoclastic Speculative Fiction: These are stories that (either in part OR as the focus of the story) reveal what really inspired a tale from mythology OR what really happened during a historical event OR what really drives a particular phenomenon OR what’s really causing a current circumstance (for example, why we haven’t made contact with aliens yet)."
New Publishers
Speculative Fiction. Trytium Publishing will publish print and ebooks. They want stories of at least 35,000 words and will pays 35-50% net royalties. "Trytium specializes in novel-length science fiction, fantasy (classic, urban and dark) and horror. Trytium seeks fresh and unique stories from new authors as well as stories from established authors who want to make their back catalog available again or venture in a different literary direction."
Anthologies
Horror. Permuted Press is seeking 3000-5000 word stories for Giant Creatures and they’ll pays $15 plus a contributpr’s copy. "What we want: Original stories of animals/insects/etc. grown to enormous sizes (or at least vastly bigger than they should be). Take something that exists on earth and show us what happens when it gets really big. Anything from germs to spiders to rodents to monkeys to naked mole rats to swordfish…the opportunities are endless. Stories can be set in any location at any time period. Monsters need not be the result of radiation either—King Kong was simply big. Get creative, people. All genres welcome. (And please note this is not a Daikaju book…so Godzilla stories will be a very hard sell). Yes, giant people are okay, but you’ll need to really impress us. Same with plants." Deadline is March 31, 2008 or until filled.
Update on 2008 NSSWM info
Literary. Pearl, A Literary Magazine has changed their submission period to accepting submission January-June only. It's a biannual print magazine (mostly poetry). "We are interested in lively, readable prose that speaks to real people in direct, living language; for a general literary audience." Needs humor/satire, literary, mainstream, contemporary, prose poem. Publishes an all-fiction issue each year. Recently published work by James D. McCallister, Heidi Rosenberg, W. Joshua Heffernan, Suzanne Greenberg, Fred McGavran, Gerald Locklin, Robert Perchan, Lisa Glatt. Length: 500-1,200 words; average length: 1,000 words. Pays 1 contributor's copy. Acquires first North American serial rights. "We look for vivid, dramatized situations and characters, stories written in an original 'voice,' that make sense and follow a clear narrative line. What makes a manuscript stand out is more elusive, though--more to do with feeling and imagination than anything else."
Market Info
1/18/2008 11:01:11 AM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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Friday, January 11, 2008
Friday's Feast
Posted by Rachel
This week I had someone ask me what they need to do get their call for submissions up the blog. All you need to do is send an email to nsswmATfwpubsDOTcom with a short blurb (like the ones you see below) and a link to your web site (if you have one). I'll look it over and post it on an upcoming Friday's Feast.
Also, if you would like to be listed in the next edition of NSSWM, just download the appropriate form off the "market questionnaires" page (to your left under categories and above the search box), fill it out and return in to the NSSWM eddress.
Now that you know what you can do to get your contest, magazine, publishing company or conference listed, let's get to this week's listing. (Oh, and how do you like having the headings in a different color?)
Contests
Literary. While not quite a contest, the US/Japan Creative Artists Residency is a good opportunity. This is a chance to go live in Japan for 5 months and do some in depth research. They want published, accomplished artists. Send in up to 15 pages of a story or novel excerpt, 2 letters of recommendation, a resume and proof of publication by February 1st.
Literary. The Madison Review sponsors the Chris O’Malley Prize in Fiction. Submit an unpublished story of up to 30 pages and a $10 entry fee by February 1st and you could win $1000.
Literary/Mainstream. The $50000 Janet Heidinger Kafka Prize for Fiction is given for an outstanding work of fiction published by a woman (US citizen). Publishers must submit 4 copies of the novel or short story collection by February 1st. “We are particularly interested in calling attention to the work of a promising but less established writer.”
Literary. The William Saroyan International Prize is given biennially for a published work of fiction and creative nonfiction. They’re looking for something by a new/emerging author that follows Saroyan’s legacy. “Saroyan’s literary style is characterized by originality, stylistic innovation and what is often described as an 'exuberant humanism'.” The prize is $12,5000 for a novel or short story collection published between January 1, 2005 and December 31, 2007. Send in five copies and a $50 entry fee by January 31st.
Literary. The First Novelist Award, sponsored by Virginia Commonwealth University, is given to honor a first novel published over the last year. Winner receives $1000 and paid travel to participate in a forum at the university. Publishers or author need to submit three copies of the novel by Jan 31st.
Conferences
Writers at Work is a multi-genre annual conference held in Salt Lake City, Utah held June 23-27, 2008 on the beautiful campus of Westminster College. (It truly is beautiful, and the dorms are really nice. It’s where I did my undergrad, so I know what I’m talking about.) The 2008 faculty includes authors Steve Almond, Victoria Redel and Dean Bakopoulos; agents Kit Ward and Peter Steinberg; editors Ladette Randolph (Univ of Nebraska Press), Rick Campell (Anhinga Press), and Lance Olsen (American Book Review, Western Humanities Review and board Chair of FC2). Workshops and readings happen all week, in addition to signings at local bookstores. They also sponsor a contest with a the prize being cash and partial tuition to the conference.
I actually worked the front desk in the dorms during this conference several years ago and spoke with many of the authors about their experience, and everyone loved it. Now I’m wishing I had gotten names and contact info for some of the authors I spoke with regularly. ~Sigh~ Here’s to opportunities lost to naïve youth.
Submissions
Literary. Cooweescoowee, a journal of arts and letters published by Rogers State University, is edited by faculty and designed by students in the Communication and Fine Arts’ Graphic Arts program. Submissions considered in poetry, fiction, non-fiction, essay. All accepted manuscripts will be published in the upcoming printed and web issues of Cooweescoowee. Contributors receive two free copies of Cooweescoowee. Submissions deadline of April 1, 2006.
Speculative Fiction. Space and Time Magazine closes its submissions window Jan 31. “We are always looking for creative blends of science fiction, fantasy, and/or horror, but are really open to looking at anything, so long as it is speculative. Stories should be in standard manuscript format and a maximum of 10K words.” Pays a penny a word.
Speculative Fiction. Reality Complex’s current reading period ends the 15th, and the reading period for issue #4 is June 1 through July 15. “We are looking for enjoyable, character-oriented stories which engage the reader. Please ensure that your story offers a balance of these characteristics." Will consider poetry, flash fiction, comics, serialized graphic novels, etc. Stories should be under 10,000 words and they pay in exposure.
Speculative fiction. Midnight Street has had some delays due to the hospitalization of the editor, but things are getting back under control. Midnight Street is a tri-annual magazine who would like stories of under 6000 words. Payment for UK authors is 2.50 per 1000, non-UK authors by negotiation.
Dead markets: Gallery of Snuff (web site vanished); Dark Reveries; The Rejected Quarterly; Son and Foe; Wedgefic; The Green Muse (web site vanished); On the Night Highways.
Anthologies
Horror. Corpulent Insanity Press is looking for 3000-8000 word stories for Bloody October and they’ll pay $10 flat. "I am especially looking for halloween-esque stories that involve terrifying new beasties. However, that does not mean I want a remake of John Carpenter's Halloween. Originality is a must." Submissions will close when the anthology is filled, and as of January 10 they had four out of 10 slots filled. Publishing date is Oct 2008.
Splatterpunk. Corpulent Insanity Press is looking for 1000-6000 word stories for Slice and they’ll pay $5 flat. “We are looking for in-your-face, bloody, gory horror stories that don't shy away from making your stomach turn. These stories need not have a plot, but it's always helpful to explain why your character is slowly melting into a blob of jelly." Submissions closed when filled.
Dark Science Fiction. Vocal Phantom Press is seeking 3000-5000 word stories for Our Shadows Soar and they’ll pay split royalties. "Show me something different... a solution to a problem that no one else would think of; the inner, unexplored depths of human (or alien, or robotic) depravity; a new, horrifying monster, idea or future." Submissions open until filled.
Contemporary Horror. Eneit Press is putting together In Bad Dreams, Vol. #2: Where Death Stalks. They want 2000-5000 word stories and will pay $20 (AUS) and contributor’s copy. "We want your best urban supernatural stories; we want disturbed original tales from every corner of the globe. We want stories set in the cities least used (from a literary sense). Give us a dark and scary, terrifyingly real world. A world where you need to pinch yourself to make sure you are awake and not actually living In Bad Dreams." Deadline is March 1, 2008.
Update on 2008 NSSWM info
From a reader:
Fifty Something Magazine (page 353) has ceased publication.
The Chariton Review (page 238) charges a $5.00 reading fee for all submitted material unless you purchase 2 issues of the magazine ($10.00).
Revolving Door
Penguin Press: Jane Fleming has been promoted to editor.
Random House: Benjamin Dreyer has been promoted to senior managing editor and copy chief.
William Morrow: Katherine Nintzel has been promoted to editor.
Ecco: Millicent Bennett has been promoted to editor.
Del Rey: Chris Schluep has been promoted to senior editor and Keith Clayton has been promoted to editor & licensing manager.
Holt Children's: Sally Doherty has joined the imprint as executive editor.
Dial Children's: Kate Harrison has joined the imprint as senior editor. Jessica Garrison (formerly Dandino) has been promoted to editor.
Market Info | Revolving Door
1/11/2008 3:01:35 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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Thursday, January 03, 2008
Friday's Feast
Posted by Rachel
As I mentioned Wednesday, I have some good stuff for you. I'm pretty proud of this week's feast because there's something for everyone. (Ok, except specifically for romance writers, but I haven't been able to find anything new for you guys/gals. For such a huge market there really are too few venues.) Good luck with your submissions, and may 2008 be a year in which you get to make an impact with your writing.
Contests
Comics. Shadowline/Image is hosting a contest for writers. They want a new superheroine for a three-issue miniseries to be drawn by Franchesco. Rights will be split 50/50 with the artist. Here's how the contest breaks down:
- Round One: Contestants e-mail a brief one paragraph story synopsis by January 31 to: superheroinecontest@gmail.com. Stories/concept must be original with original characters. No pre-existing characters may be used unless owned by contestant. FYI, you can use the Bomb Queen as the villain if you want, but it doesn’t help or hinder your chances either way.
- Round Two: Ten semi-finalists will be chosen from all entries received by the above date and notified by e-mail. They will then be required to turn in 5 fully scripted pages by February 29.
- Round Three: The five finalists will be announced and their synopses posted on Newsarama on March 10. Newsarama posters will be encouraged to vote on their favorite. Polls will close on April 4, 2008.
The winner will be announced April 28 with initial concept art/character design by Franchesco. First issue will be solicited with a cover date of November, 2008. Full details here. The discussion thread has some good info if you skip over the verbal war that starts around page 4 and goes until page 10 or so. Editor Kristen Simon and artist Franchesco have been posting regularly in comments, so itis worth a look.
Literary. I got an email, about this contest, but there's nothing posted on web site yet. On January 15th, 2008, Anderbo will begin considering previously unpublished manuscripts of novels that in some way touch on the main character's involvement with vegetarianism. Entries must be sent by April 15th, 2008, and received by us on or before April 21st, 2008. The winner will be announced on anderbo.com at noon on July 6th, 2008. The winning novelist will receive:
- an immediate $500 cash prize
- representation to book publishers by an appropriate professional literary agent. (If the agent fails to obtain a suitable publishing contract for the winning novel manuscript by noon on October 10th, 2008, anderbo.com may offer to acquire it for on-line publication on mutually-agreed terms.)
The reading fee for entered manuscripts is 25 cents per typed manuscript page, maximum 23 lines (average) on each page. Only one entry per author.
If no winner is declared for this contest, all reading fees will be refunded. By entering the contest, each entrant agrees that the total legal and financial liabilities of the contest-givers will never be more than the paid entry-fee cost. If you want more information, contact the editors at editors@anderbo.com (do NOT email the ms).
Literary. The AWP Award series is stepping into gear. Submissions are now open for novel, poetry, creative nonfiction and short fiction. Winning authors receive an honorarium ($4,000 for short fiction, $2,000 for novel) from AWP and publication by a participating press. Postmark deadline is February 28th and there's a $25 entry fee.
Conferences
The annual Pennwriters Conference's theme is "A Writer’s Smorgasbord." Joyce Carol Oates, award-winning author and icon of contemporary American literature, will be a keynote speaker at the 21st Annual Pennwriters Conference May 16-18 at the Host Resort in Lancaster, Pennsylvania; tickets are on sale now.
The three-day conference is designed to introduce beginning writers to the world of publishing and to provide experienced authors with opportunities to network. Hour-long workshops led by agents, editors, and published authors start Friday morning and continue throughout the weekend until Sunday at noon. Included in the conference price is the opportunity for writers to pitch finished manuscripts to 10 well-established agents and editors in the publishing business.
Agents scheduled to be at the conference include agents Irene Goodman from the Irene Goodman Literary Agency, Ginger Clark from Curtis Brown, Ltd., Jessica Regel from Jean V. Naggar Literary Agency, and Elaine P. English. Eeditors include Editor in Chief Ginjer Buchanan from Ace/Roc, Melanie Donovan, the executive editor of HarperCollins Children, Associate Editor Paul Stevens from Tom Doherty Associates (Tor/Forge), Assistant Editor Tessa Woodward from Avon, and Editorial Director Jane Friedman from F+W Publications. Visiting authors include Jonathan Maberry, Maria V. Snyder, and debut author D.L. Wilson, who will also speak during Saturday’s luncheon.
Three-day conference packages start at $199 for members and $249 for nonmembers. After March 2, 2008, dinner tickets with Joyce Carol Oates will be sold separately from the conference at $65 for Pennwriters members and $99 for nonmembers.
Opium Magazine is changing from an online to a biannual print magazine, and they have a new web site.
I received an email from Big Country Peacock Chronicle’s editor/publisher Audrey Yoeckel in response to my verification email stating she will be ceasing publication soon. However, she put up an editorial message a few days ago (and I think a few other items) that didn’t mention ceasing publication soon, although she did mention how many problems she’s been having lately. So basically, this one is up in the air right now.
New Magazines
J Journal, The Literary Journal of John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Dept. of English, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, 445 West 59th Street, New York NY 10019. E-mail: jjournal@jjay.cuny.edu. Contact: Adam Berlin, editor or Jeffrey Heiman, editor. "J Journal is a literary journal that publishes fiction, poetry and creative nonfiction on the subjects of crime, criminal justice, law and law enforcement. While the themes are specific, they need not dominate the work. We're interested in questions of justice from all perspectives." Semiannual. Estab. 2008. Accepts 5 mss/issue; 10 mss/year. Does not read July and August. Length 750 words (min)-5000 words (max). Guidelines available via e-mail. Writers receive 2 contributor's copies. Acquires first rights. Publication is copyrighted.
Market Info
1/3/2008 3:23:24 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Mini-Feast
Posted by Rachel
Since I leave for Cali tomorrow (yeah to seeing family, boo to getting roped into chores), I'm giving you market news today. FYI, I'll not be posting at all from December 20 until a few days after the new year. I'm hoping everyone will be spending time with their famililes so my silence wont be a big deal. I do have one more post coming today to tide you over until I return. Until then, here's some publication info.
Submissions-All of the below are speculative fiction markets.
Dragon Magazine has re-opened to submissions and changed from a print publication to an online only format.
Dark Legacy is on indefinite hiatus, so all submissions and acceptances are released.
Androemeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine will be closed to submissions until Jan 15, 2008.
Jim Baen's Universe has closed to all submissions until March 2008 at the earliest (they have all the ms they need for a while and don't want to get too far ahead).
Shred of Evidence has re-opened to submissions. They’re looking for mystery, crime and suspense, but are more than willing to look at cross-genre stories.
The Town Drunk is closed to submissions until February 15, 2008
Whispering Spirits is temporarily closed to submissions. Check the publishing schedule for details on when they re-open.
Dead Markets: Mas-Zine (considered dead-been on hiatus for over a year with no activity), Pocalypse Fiction (considered dead-been on hiatus for over a year with no activity), Midnight's Library (dead without ever publishing an issue), Turnpike Gates and Static Movement.
Update on 2008 NSSWM info
Texas Review has updated their web site address to www.shsu.edu/~www_trp/
The Spur Awards, sponsored by Western Writers of America, has added the categories of songs and script writing. The purpose of award is "to reward quality in the fields of western fiction and nonfiction." You can win a trophy. Categories: short stories, novels, poetry, songs, scripts and nonfiction. There's no entry fee and the deadline is December 31. Entries must be published during the contest year.
Revolving Door
Clarkson Potter: Judy Pray has joined them as a senior editor. She was at Black Dog and Leventhal.
Little, Brown Children's: There were a ton of promotions, and now Jennifer Hunt is executive editor, Alvina Ling is senior editor, Nancy Conescu has moved up to editor and Tania Biswas is assistant editor, Yen Press.
Market Info | Revolving Door
12/19/2007 1:51:34 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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Monday, December 17, 2007
Extended deadline-Crazyhorse Fiction Prize
Posted by Rachel
Crazyhorse extended their deadline to Thursday, December 20th, due to technical problems with the online submissions. Apparently, their system couldn't handle all the people trying to upload their stories and a lot of people couldn't get their stories submitted. Now you have a second shot. I recommend trying to upload your story today or tomorrow, or go the old fashioned route and mail your story.
As a refresher, Crazyhorse has an annual fiction prize of $2,000 and publication. The entry fee is $16, and that includes a subscription to the magazine.
Market Info
12/17/2007 9:41:46 AM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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Friday, December 14, 2007
Friday's Feast
Posted by Rachel
It never fails. I discuss something in the newsletter, and then after I have sent in the final version I find an article relevant to something I discussed. Oh well. Here’s an article about some of the alternatives to Kindle.
Speaking of the newsletter, I had a piece in there where I had polled editor's about their responsibilities to writers and readers. Their responses are in yesterday's post, and I would love to hear from the writers now. So if you could just scroll down a bit and leave your thoughts it would be much appreciated.
Enjoy today's slightly/heavily speculative fiction focused feast. (I actually considered trying to make that sentence more alliterative...)
Note to writers: While submitting to newly started/starting publishers can increase your chances of publication, you have to be careful. Since they're not established, there are no guarantees about the quality of the magazine/books produced or how good they are about actually paying you. We don't know yet who's going to be wonderful, who really should stay out of publishing, or who wont stay around long enough to actually publish your story. Some of these are going to take off and be wonderful, but I don't know which ones. Take a look, but be wary and ask questions.
Contests
SFReader Short Story Contest is an annual looking for speculative fiction of 1000-5000 words. The prize is $525 and publication. No entry fee. "We are interested in works that feature well developed characters along with colorful settings and fast-moving plots. There are no restrictions on sub-genres, though all stories must be firmly within the realm of Speculative Fiction. Our interests include, but are not limited to: Hard Science Fiction, Soft Science Fiction, Horror, Fantasy, Dark Fantasy, Cyberpunk, Slipstream, and Alternate History, just to name a few. The speculative element must be integral to the story." Deadline is December 31, 2007.
Submissions
Literary. River Oak Review wants 250-7000 word stories. "We try with each issue to showcase many voices of America, loud and soft, radical and sublime. Each piece we publish, prose or poetry, is an attempt to capture a part of 'us', with the notion that it is through our art that we are defined as a culture." They do not want genre fiction or "lessons of morality; 'idea' driven stories usually do not work." Accepts submissions by e-mail. Writers receive 2 contributor's copies. Additional copies $10. Pays on publication. Acquires first North American serial rights. Publication is copyrighted. "The voice is what we notice first. Is the writer in command of the language? Secondly, does the story have anything to say? It's not that 'fluff' cannot be good, but we note our favorites stories tend to have meaning beyond the surface of the plot. Thirdly, the story must by populated by 'real' peoples who are also interesting, characters, in other words, who have lives underneath the storyline. Finally, look before you leap."
Comics/GN. Bloodfire Studios is a midsize independent publisher who mostly works in spec fic and manga. “We pride ourselves on maintaining a high level of quality comparable to the big publishers. Art, Story, paper, etc meet or exceed Marvel and DC standards." Publishes paperback originals, paperpack reprints. Ongoing series include Intergalactic, DNA Hacker Chronicles, Kindergoth, Vampyrates. Prefers submissions from writers, artists, writer-artists, creative teams. Follow guidelines posted on their website closely or submissions will be trashed. "We attend major industry shows such as San Diego Comic Con, Wizard World LA and Wizard World Chicago." Responds to mss/art packets in a few weeks. Considers simultaneous submissions. Often comments on rejected mss. Payment and rights varies on contract terms for each book. "Make sure you follow the guidelines to the letter. Make sure the art, writing, etc fits within the other genres published."
New Magazines
Spec Fic. Transmitter will be an online anthology series, and they’re looking for fiction of 500-2500 words, and they’ll pay 5¢/word ($25 min). "Transmitter is seeking speculative fiction stories of any style or theme. We are not a 'hard science fiction' only publisher, so all writers of all sub-genres are encouraged to submit. We do not publish horror or fantasy unless a strong science fiction element is present. No fan-fiction please."
Spec Fic. Serpentarius Magazine is also new web zine, but this one will be quarterly. They’re looking for fiction, poetry, & non-fiction of 1500-5000 words. Pay is 5¢/word. "We are a Speculative Fiction market. Speculative means genres like Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, Fear, Steampunk, Alternate Worlds, Sword and Sorcery, and any other similar trope. Or tripe, as the case may be."
Spec fic. Sputnik57 debuted this year, and they’re looking for art and 7000-15,000 word stories. Pay is $10 flat. "Looking for a broad spectrum of science fiction, fantasy and horror short stories and novels containing strong female protagonists, and lesbian characters who are portrayed in a positive light." They will take flash fiction, but you don't get paid for it. They also publish novels which pay 10-40% royalty.
New Publishers
SF/F/Paranormal Romance/Mainstream/YA. Lilly Press debuted in Canada this year and they do print and e-publishing. They’re looking for stories of 15,000-150,000 works and pay 15-50% royalty.
Spec Fic. Fiction Reborn is a epublisher debuting in the USA. They’re looking for stories of 15,000-200,000 and will pay 38-45% royalty. "At this time, Fiction Reborn is primarily accepting manuscripts for the following genres: Science Fiction, Traditional and Contemporary Fantasy, Paranormal, and Horror. Elements of Romance, Erotica, Action/Adventure, Urban, Christian/Religious and Young Adult are more than welcome (and encouraged), but the primary classification of your manuscript should match what we are looking for. If you have a something not quite described here, but believe it deserves a shot, please send us a query email or letter outlining your manuscript. We’re looking for quality fiction; and we all know that doesn’t always fit into a neat little niche. Authors do not need to have an agent to submit a manuscript."
Spec Fic. Leucrota Press debuted this year in the USA and is looking for stories of 80,000-100,000; they’ll pay an advance of up to $5000 and 10-15% royalty. "Leucrota Press is an independent press that publishes science fiction, fantasy, horror, and graphic novels of the highest quality. We work with both new and established authors, agented or not, only considering those exceptional works that survive the rigorous first cut by our meticulous and enthusiastic editorial board. All of our books are treated with the respect and care they deserve – from the friendly and instructive editor-author interactions to the beautiful custom artwork designed by one of our professional artists, as well as setting up marketing plans and local book signings to help promote your masterpiece."
Anthologies
Catholic SF. Twilight Times books will be doing an anthology called Infinite Space, Infinite God II. They want stories of 3,000-10,000 words and will pay $50 plus a copy of the book. "Science Fiction & Catholic stories only. We're not looking for fantasy. You don’t need to be Catholic, but your stories do! Characters and/or settings must be genuinely Catholic. Catholic theology and practices must conform to the Magesterium--or have an incredibly good reason to veer!" Opens to submissions Jan 1 and runs until filled.
Zombie Fiction. Blu Phier Publishing is seeking 2000 word horror stories for Night of the Working Dead. They’ll pay $60 plus 2 copies. "Looking for great horror, the visceral the better. Sex, and true gore very welcome: We want the most disgusting brutality you can think of. Vampires and werewolves can be a part of the story, as long as Zombies are the main force of the story, with a work place theme. And no erotic vampires. We want scary monsters." Deadline is the far away day of July 29, 2008.
Update on 2008 NSSWM info
Carolina Wren Press has a new eddress: carolinawrenpress@earthlink.net. They also have some new submission guidelines: "Though we accept unsolicited manuscripts of fiction and nonfiction September-December, we very rarely accept any. Please query before you send or else plan to enter one of our contests. The Doris Bakwin Award for Writing by a Woman accepts entries in odd-numbered years, with a deadline of December 1, 2009, 2011, etc; entry fee is required. Guidelines on our website in summer."
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12/14/2007 10:40:46 AM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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Monday, December 10, 2007
FYI: Crazyhorse fiction contest
Posted by Rachel
 I got an email over the weekend from Crazyhorse covering a variety of things, including the fact that the latest issue is out and you can now submit online, but of most pressing interest was the reminder that the deadline for their fiction prize is this Saturday. Crazyhorse has an annual fiction prize of $2,000 and publication. The entry fee is $16, and that includes a subscription to the magazine. You can submit online or by mail, but your entry must be postmarked by the 15th, so if you're interested why are you still reading this?
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12/10/2007 10:11:17 AM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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Friday, December 07, 2007
Friday's Feast
Posted by Rachel
I've had a good week for a variety of reasons, including my recent discovery that the Midwest Writer's Guild has added this blog to their list of recommended sites. The only other blogs they have on there are Miss Snark and the Guide to Literary Agents blog by my fellow Writer's Market editor Chuck Sambuchino. Yeah for us! Actually, this blog is starting to appear on several recommended lists, and I just wanted to thank those adding it, and the people saying nice things about me on the comment trail. If you have any requests for things you'd like to see more (or less) of, or you have questions, just email me at nsswmATfwpubsDOTcom. On to this week's feast!
Contests The Kenyon Review will begin accepting submissions for the Kenyon Review Short Fiction Prize on February 1, 2008. The contest is open to all writers under 30 years of age. Submissions must be 1,200 words or less to qualify for the contest. The contest winner receives a full scholarship to the Kenyon Review Writers Workshop. In addition, the winning story will be published in a special section of The Kenyon Review, along with the stories submitted by the first two runners-up. The semi-finalists' stories will be featured online at the magazine's website. Submissions will be accepted beginning February 1, 2008, and concluding February 15, 2008. Entries must be submitted through the Review's website, where an entry form will be available.
Conferences
Silken Sands Conference is an annual conference established in 1995. The next conference is April 2008, in Pensacola Beach, FL. Average attendance is 150. Focuses on romance fiction including paranormal, inspirational, romantic suspense, category romance. The Keynote speaker will be Sherrilyn Kenyon. Agents and editors participate in conference. "The conference is noted for its relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere where participants can immerse themselves in the total writing experience from the moment they arrive. Get up close and personal with professionals in the publishing field."
Submissions
The Red Clay Review has what they need for inaugural issue, but you’ll want to keep them in mind. "The Red Clay Review is dedicated to publishing only the most outstanding graduate literary pieces. It has been established by members of the Graduate Writers Association at Kennesaw State University. It is unique because it only includes the work of graduate writing students. We do not have any specific themes or topics, but keep in mind that we are a literary publication. We will read whatever is sent in. We will publish whatever we deem to be great literary writing. So in essence, every topic is open to submission, and we are all interested in a wide variety of subjects. We do not prohibit any topic or subject matter from being submitted. As long as submissions adhere to our guidelines, we are open to reading them. However, subject matter in any area that is too extreme may be less likely to be published because we want to include a broad collection of literary graduate work, but on the other hand, we cannot morally reject great writing." Writers receive 2 contributor's copies. Pays on publication. Acquires first rights. Publication is copyrighted.
Bowler Hat Comics is a small independent publisher who publishes graphic and illustrated novels in children's/juvenile, creative nonfiction, experimental, family saga, fantasy, horror, humor, literary, manga, mystery/suspense, psychic/supernatural, religious, romance, science fiction, thriller/espionage, translations, western, young adult/teen. Does not want traditional Superhero comics. Prefers submissions from writers, writer-artists, creative teams. Writers and artists are generally paid by advances and royalties. Artists are occasionally paid as work-for-hire. Sends pre-publication galleys to author. "Please carefully read the submission guidelines on the Web site, and have fun with your project."
Mouth Full of Bullets is a quarterly print and online mystery magazine. "All original works appear exclusively in the print publication for a three-month period. After the exclusivity period has lapsed, the original works are then archived in the online edition, offering exposure to a much larger reading audience. Mouth of Bullets was started by a mystery writer to help other mystery writers, and I'm dedicated to doing everything I can to promote their work--at no cost to them. I strive to publish the best short stories, flash fiction and poems from some of the best new and veteran voices in the business." Needs mystery of any kind. Does not want erotica or anything that does not contain a crime. Writers receive $3-20. Pays on publication. Acquires first North American serial rights and anthology rights. "I want stories that feature believable characters who speak naturally, realistic situations that bleed conflict and surprise endings that stay with me long after I reach the final period. I love to be surprised. I hate it when I can figure out the ending halfway through a story. Now, while I love to be surprised, the twist at the end has to be plausible. Above all else, surprise me!"
Anthologies
Literary/supernatural. Simian Publishing is doing a second volume of Gods and Monsters. “This time we want to surpass ourselves. It is recommended that submitters review the first volume to see what has been done before and to get to know our tastes.” Submissions open February 1st, 2008 and not before. They will close around April 30th 2008 or when they’ve found enough stories. NOTE: DO NOT SUBMIT BEFORE! Word Count of 3000-10,000. They're offering a $25 flat payment for new stories, and $5 for reprints.
Update on 2008 NSSWM info
Heartlands is ceasing publication.
New Millennium Writings now only take submissions through their contests.
Small Spiral Notebook will cease publication December 31st.
Apex Science Fiction and Horror Digest has upped their pay to 2.5¢/word and has a new mailing address:
Apex Publications
P.O. Box 24323
Lexington KY 40524.
I just got an email from editor John A.M. Darnell saying "Alas, GateWay is no longer publishing as either a paper magazine or a webzine. I doubt you will see it reemerge from its resting place."
Revolving Door
Doubleday Broadway: Christine Pride has been promoted to editor, reporting to Bill Thomas. She will continue to acquire and edit both fiction and nonfiction for the Doubleday Broadway lists.
Scholastic: In the trade publishing division, Amanda Maciel joined the unit as senior editor, trade paperbacks. Aimee Friedman was promoted to senior editor, trade paperbacks and Gregory Rutty has been promoted to assistant editor, trade paperbacks.
Doubleday: Alison Callahan is leaving Harper to join Doubleday as executive editor, reporting to Bill Thomas, starting December 17.
Little, Brown Children's: Joseph Monti will join them in the new role of director of paperbacks in January, reporting to president and publisher Megan Tingley.
Viking: Alessandra Lusardi was promoted to editor in nonfiction.
Other Press: Corinna Barsan was promoted to editor.
Harlequin: Diana Ventimiglia was promoted to associate editor, with primary responsibility to Silhouette Desire.
Sellers Publishing: Mark Chimsky-Lustig was hired for the new position of editor-in-chief of their book division, reporting to publishing director Robin Haywood.
Penguin Children's Razorbill: Jessica Rothenberg was promoted to associate editor.
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12/7/2007 2:45:10 PM (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-05:00)
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