by Joe Mynhardt | Jul 3, 2022 | Open Submissions
Next month’s flash fiction contest has no theme!That’s right, it’s your turn to show us what’s running around that creative brain of yours.The winner will receive $0.03 per word, publication, and an Author Spotlight on our newsletter and Patreon page. The second place...
by Joe Mynhardt | Apr 6, 2022 | Open Submissions
We’re looking for scary/creepy flash fiction stories set in motels, hotels, lodges, or holiday rentals. It’s free to enter and the winner gets paid 3c a word.Click here for the submission guidelines.
by Joe Mynhardt | Mar 1, 2022 | Open Submissions
… Natural disasters or unexplained phenomena!To celebrate the launch of Mark Allan Gunnells’ When it Rains on the 25th, we’re looking for flash fiction stories about nature or unexplained events. Think of stories like The Fog or Bird Box. The winner will...
by Joe Mynhardt | Feb 8, 2022 | Open Submissions
We’re looking for Alfred Hitchcock inspired stories this month. Come check it out (cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places).Please note that you don’t have to be a Crystal Lake patron on Patreon to enter. And it’s free to enter.
by Joe Mynhardt | Dec 13, 2021 | Open Submissions
No theme at all. Since it’s the holidays and we’re already a third into the month, we don’t want to put any unnecessary pressure on anyone. If you do need a theme or a bit of inspiration, let’s go with No Way Out.The word count is anything...
by Joe Mynhardt | Jun 22, 2021 | Open Submissions
Authors, we’re looking for fantastical tales of mythical monsters and legends from around the world. That’s right, this month’s theme is Myths, Monsters, and Fantastic Folklore. The word count is 1,000 words max, and the winner will receive $0.03 per word and...