Alchemical: a literary journal of the speculative now seeks short stories which exist at the precise intersection of literary and speculative fiction.
We want genuine, literary fiction first and foremost, but we want it delivered through the lens of our favorite genres. Yes, we want original science fiction, fantasy, and horror, but more than this–we want amazing stories unbound by limitations!
From new takes on these classic genres to amalgamations and beyond, we want both startling new beginnings and unsettling reimaginings. Give us spec fiction as we’ve never seen it before, but give it to us at a standard that writers and readers both will appreciate for what makes it a great, literary story: characters of depth, scenes of transformation, proud display of creative prose, and lasting, emotional resonance.
We want the very best when it comes to contemporary fiction that is both literary and speculative. Period.
Word Count: 1,000-5,000 words +/-
Genre: “Speculative-Literary”
Submission Fees: None
Payments: None
Approx. Response Time: Less than 45 days
Simultaneous Submissions: Accepted
Reprints: Not considered
Translations: Not considered
Visit: https://www.alchemicaljournal.com/submissions for more details.
Questions? Please feel free to email: [email protected]
Please note this address is for inquiries only.
