Ten more days of submissions!
over 5 years ago
– Tue, Oct 23, 2018 at 02:24:08 AM
Submissions for Unlocking the Magic close November 1, 2018 at 2359 MST and I have received so many fantastic stories so far. I can't wait to read the rest that will come in during the next week and a half. I think this is going to shape up to be a truly awesome anthology and I can't wait to share it with you!
As a reminder, this is what I’m looking for:
Word limit: 3000-6000 words.
Pay rate: $300/story + royalties
Genre: Fantasy only (no Science Fiction or Horror, although horror elements may be present in the story). Urban Fantasy, Epic Fantasy, Historical Fantasy, Steampunk, and other genres of fantasy are all encouraged.
Language: English (translations are welcome).
Submissions open: June 2, 2018
Submissions close: November 1, 2018
Rights: We claim first world English rights (no reprints). For an excellent break down of what this means, please see Neil Clarke’s post here.
In fantasy, we read about how people with mental illness are more susceptible to magic, closer to breaks in reality, more likely to be able to see the unseen. These stereotypes are harmful and contribute to keeping people from seeing the good in getting help, taking their meds, or talking to someone.
This anthology is about changing the narrative and telling stories of strength and perseverance, of getting help despite the darkness. Not the myth that getting help will kill creativity and magic. Not the story our society tells about mentally ill people: that art and magic must come from suffering.
I want stories that show what can be accomplished when we take care of ourselves and seek help. I want stories that show the reality of being mentally ill within a fantasy setting. I want to see how mental illness and its treatment affects the magic that lies within all of us. I want to read realistic portrayals of mental illness in magical worlds.
Send your stories formatted in Standard Manuscript format attached as a .doc to cuppateaanthologies at gmail dot com. Include your name, byline, email address, mailing address, and approximate word count. In your cover letter, also include the mental illness diagnosis your story addresses (e.g. depression, PTSD, bipolar, etc).
When writing your story, consider that you’re writing about real experiences that real people have, not just something fictional characters have to deal with. Do your research and write with compassion. I am looking for noblebright, not grimdark.
Submissions from diverse individuals and those with mental illnesses are encouraged.
Less Than One Month Left for Submissions!
over 5 years ago
– Tue, Oct 02, 2018 at 11:20:56 PM
This is your gentle reminder that there is less than a month left in the reading period for this anthology! I have gotten a bunch of wonderful stories so far, but I am definitely excited to read more and make the best possible anthology that I can for you!
As a reminder, these are the submissions guidelines:
Word limit: 3000-6000 words.
Pay rate: $300/story + royalties
Genre: Fantasy only (no Science Fiction or Horror, although horror elements may be present in the story). Urban Fantasy, Epic Fantasy, Historical Fantasy, Steampunk, and other genres of fantasy are all encouraged.
Language: English (translations are welcome).
Submissions open: June 2, 2018
Submissions close: November 1, 2018
Rights: We claim first world English rights (no reprints). For an excellent break down of what this means, please see Neil Clarke’s post here.
In fantasy, we read about how people with mental illness are more susceptible to magic, closer to breaks in reality, more likely to be able to see the unseen. These stereotypes are harmful and contribute to keeping people from seeing the good in getting help, taking their meds, or talking to someone.
This anthology is about changing the narrative and telling stories of strength and perseverance, of getting help despite the darkness. Not the myth that getting help will kill creativity and magic. Not the story our society tells about mentally ill people: that art and magic must come from suffering.
I want stories that show what can be accomplished when we take care of ourselves and seek help. I want stories that show the reality of being mentally ill within a fantasy setting. I want to see how mental illness and its treatment affects the magic that lies within all of us. I want to read realistic portrayals of mental illness in magical worlds.
Send your stories formatted in Standard Manuscript format attached as a .doc to cuppateaanthologies at gmail dot com. Include your name, byline, email address, mailing address, and approximate word count. In your cover letter, also include the mental illness diagnosis your story addresses (e.g. depression, PTSD, bipolar, etc).
When writing your story, consider that you’re writing about real experiences that real people have, not just something fictional characters have to deal with. Do your research and write with compassion. I am looking for noblebright, not grimdark.
Submissions from diverse individuals and those with mental illnesses are encouraged.
Surveys sent!
almost 6 years ago
– Fri, Jun 22, 2018 at 09:10:21 AM
Hello everyone!
Surveys have been sent! Hooray! Please fill them out as soon as possible so we can be sure that no one forgets before the deadline early next year.
That being said, I will be sending out reminder emails before everything gets finalized, so don't fret if your address changes and so forth.
In other news, I have started receiving submissions and I am greatly enjoying reading the stories so far. The call for submissions is on Ralan and Submission Grinder, so look for it there, and don't forget about the submissions guidelines in Update 13!
Submissions end November 1, and I can't wait to read them all!
-Vivian
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almost 6 years ago
– Mon, Jun 18, 2018 at 10:53:28 PM
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almost 6 years ago
– Thu, Jun 14, 2018 at 10:40:15 PM
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Thank you all so much again!
I'm very excited to share this with you!
-Vivian
