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Send Us Your Stories on Any of the Themes Below


Do You Write Short Stories?

New Fiction was launched in 1992 to provide a platform for short story writers to promote their work to a wider audience.
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Mystery

Are you a big fan of mystery writers such as Agatha Christie? Do you enjoy working out who dunnit? Then why not try your hand at writing a mystery story yourself?
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Romance

Let your sentimental side run away with you and write a story reflecting what true love really is, the ups and downs, and breathtaking aspects of romance.
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Horror

If you can devise a story that will leave readers shaking with fright then we want to read it. We want full on gore and terror and an interesting storyline to maintain the chills.
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Stories for Children

Can you create believable imaginary worlds, characters, and events? We are looking for stories that are original and unique, suitable for children or young adults.
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Sci-Fi

Had any close encounters recently? Is the truth really out there? Boldly go where no-one has gone before with your writing and create a story on this theme.
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Crime

Sadly, crime is around us everywhere. Do you have an interesting recollection of a crime being committed, or maybe you have thought of the perfect crime?
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A Twist in the Tale

For this theme we want you to write a story that will engross us from the start and then, right at the end, astound us with something that is completely unexpected.
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Comedy

New fiction invites you to send us a side-splitting story that will have the readers in tears of laughter. It doesn’t even have to be realistic, the more far-fetched the better!
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Naughty but Nice
(18+ Only)

Try your hand at some seriously racy romance. To get an idea of what we’re looking for, then some recommended reading is Jilly Cooper or Jackie Collins.
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General Stories

Your stories on any subject are always welcome, perhaps war or fantasy - in fact any themes we have not already mentioned! Just send them to us, following our Story Submission Guidelines.

 

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