We update the themes by April each year (the 2026 theme list went live before April 2025…). At this time, submissions are “always open” but there is a moving window for particular themes and issues.
We accept fantasy stories that are not theme-focused and will consider all stories for any issue.
Response Timeline
Initial responses will come within 90 days.
Final publication decisions are made approximately 4 months before the issue is set to come out.
- January Issue - decision in early September.
- April Issue - decision in early December.
- July Issue - decision in early March.
- October Issue - decision in early June.
*Note: Before 4/15/2025 decisions were 3 months before the issue comes out. Stories submitted before the change will still be on the 3 month window.
Review Submission Guidelines-qrze9qz67ejms3ew8kndznb90mva3mcmczcf1h4s78.webp "Purple – Advertise with us – Sally Port Title with door (300 x 250 px)")
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