Salamander 2025 Fiction Prize

Salamander 2025 Fiction Prize is open for submissions.

Salamander Magazine’s annual fiction contest accept submissions of short stories up to 30 pages or 7500 words from May 1 – June 1.

Previously published works and works accepted for publication elsewhere will not be considered.

Helen Phillips will judge. Entry fee of $20 includes a one-year subscription.

All entries will be considered for publication. First prize will win $1000 and publication; second prize is $500 and publication. Contest results will be posted on salamandermag.org by September 1.

Is this competition legit?YES! – Based on our research this event is legitimate and the organizer is well established. However, as with any event, please remember to do your own research before submitting your work.

FAQ
If you are curious how writing competitions work, or it’s your first time entering one, we recommend reading our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page first.

Sudowrite
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