Feel free to interpret the theme in any way you want. The anthologies are not exclusive, but inclusive, so don't worry if you think your entry has only a tangential link to the theme. If you are inspired, then write a short story, poem, or play!
Please read these submission guidelines carefully.
You may address these themes in any style or genre you choose. Be creative! However, please note this is an anthology of short stories. By definition, a short story must stand alone and not require reading a prior story. It therefore cannot be a chapter in a serial.
Who may participate:
Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate. However, you must be a member here at GA with author or poet status (which is free and can be purchased through the Activities tab: Store link). Please RSVP to the 2024 Anthology In too Deep event (can be found by accessing the activity tab, then events) to receive reminders and also to give the anthology team an idea of number of participants.
Submission Guidelines
Submission Date: October 1, 2024
Please Note: Submission date is for submission to the Anthology Proof Team.
Non-Poetry
No Story Limit: Each story submitted must meet quality and editing guidelines.
Each story posted as its own submission
Minimum word count per story: 1,000
Maximum word count per story: 25,000
Poetry
Unlimited number of poems, up to 10,000 words total