Taking Submissions: Rotting Upright Volume 1

Deadline: January 15th, 2024
Payment: $15, 5 contributors copies, “future earning opportunities” (this part is unclear)
Theme: Zombie-themed stories of a short novella length to be released in collections

“Sometimes I think we’re all corpses. Just rotting upright.” (George Orwell, “Keep the Aspidistra Flying”)

Campfire Publishing is excited to announce that we are currently accepting submissions for, “Rotting Upright, Volume 1”, the first in our collection of Zombie themed horror stories!

Please read below to ensure that your story will be a good fit, and feel free to reach out to us–via the form located on our main page or by sending an email to [email protected]–if you have any questions.

“Rotting Upright” is the first volume in a horror collection dedicated to Zombie- themed horror stories. Campfire Publishing aspires to publish multiple volumes in the “Rotting Upright” collection, along with collections specific to a variety of themes in the horror genre.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for WELL-EDITED stories between 15,000-20,000 words that offer a horrific, bloody, or unique lens to view the subject of Zombies— there’s no ‘wrong’ way to answer the question “what is a zombie?” or “where do they originate?” “what is their objective?” Maybe you feel there’s zombies among us right now. Feel free to journey wherever your creativity leads you!

Campfire Publishing is keeping its eye out for a wide range of chilling voices from seasoned to novice that offer unique perspectives into the chilling and often post-apocalyptic world of “Zombies”.

We want twists and turns, thrills and chills; make us want to sleep with the lights turned on at night. Show us excitement, culture, and blood-curdling screams!

What are we NOT looking for?

We don’t want works that promote hate speech; and while a romantic note or two or many is fine and dandy in our humble opinions, we are not looking to publish erotica.

General Submission Guidelines:

Genre: Horror

Word Count: 15,000-20,000

Submission File Format: Please Label Your Files “RUV1” “last name” (example: “RUV1_Smith”)

Formatting: 12-point font, Arial, Courier (New), Times New Roman

File Type: .doc .docx .pdf— **.txt files will NOT be accepted

Compensation: Upon Acceptance $15/ story + 5 (minimum) Copies of Anthology + Additional Future Opportunities for Earnings

Rights: Campfire Publishing will retain the rights to all accepted works; however, the author can email a request to have the rights released for other works if applicable.

Submissions are open from July 1, 2024-January 15, 2025

Email your final copy to [email protected]

FAQ:

Should I edit my story before submitting?

Yes.

Campfire Publishing will offer edits (at no charge) upon acceptance; however, we look forward to reading a grammatically smooth version of your submission.

Please note that hiring an editor is recommended but does not guarantee acceptance.

How will I know if my story is accepted?

Our current plan is to keep submissions open until January 15,2025. We appreciate your patience and will contact accepted submissions 2-4 weeks after submissions close. *Please Note: Due to the anticipated volume of submissions, we cannot guarantee that we’ll be able to reach out to submissions we do not accept.

Can I submit multiple stories?

Yes! Please do.

Can I submit a story that is/has been published elsewhere?

Yes, IF you are able to provide proof that the publisher does not own the rights to the piece or has reverted rights to the piece back to you (the author).

Can I submit erotica?

Please Don’t.

While Campfire Publishing does not accept erotica at this time, feel free to include elements of romance in your story.

Can my story include violence, profanity, references to drug use?

Yes.

Violence, profanity, etc. needs to be relevant to the character, plot, or otherwise. In other words, please don’t add it simply for the sake of having it in there; make it purposeful.

We will add additional FAQ based on feedback. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]

Via: Aaron K Crocker.