They want fun speculative fiction; stories must have elements of science fiction or fantasy. “A fun story, at its core, is one that works on the premise that things aren’t all bad; that ultimately, good wins out. This doesn’t necessarily mean that your story has to be silly or lighthearted (though it certainly can be). Joy can be made all the more powerful when juxtaposed against tragedy. In the end, though, there should be hope, and we want stories that are truly fun for as many different kinds of people as possible.
Swashbuckling adventure, deadly intrigue, and gleeful romance are some of the most obvious examples of what we’re looking for, but we won’t say no to more subtle or complicated topics, as long as they fit under the wider “fun” umbrella.” The first week of submissions (15th to 21st September) is reserved for writers of color only. Submission is via their Moksha portal.
Reading period: 15th to 21st September for writers of color only; 22nd September to 15th October 2026 for all writers
Length: Up to 5,000 words
Pay: $0.03/word
Details here.

Deadline: October 15th, 2026