Hey everyone! I’m still finalizing the Google Forms for the anthology submissions. I’ll post the links as soon as they are ready. In the meantime, I wanted to give you a few things to think about while you prepare: 1. Keeping It Accessible (Entry Fees) We don't want money to be the reason you don't submit. To help with that, we offer a significant discount on editing services for anthology stories. In that same spirit, we are keeping entry fees as low as possible. • Suggested Fee: $20 per story (for standard length, non-flash anthologies). • Minimum Fee: $5. Note: Entry fees are non-refundable. If you are able to pay more than the suggested amount, it helps balance out those who can only pay the minimum. We appreciate your support in making this accessible for everyone! 2. Strategy: Connect Your Worlds Use your anthology submission as a bridge to your other work! This is a perfect opportunity to write: • A lead-in to one of your existing book series. • A side character's origin story. • A prequel to a larger project. Why? Because every participating author gets an Author Page in the anthology. If readers love your short story, you can use that page to tell them exactly where to go to read more. Make sure your story is complete (with an ending!), but let it serve as an invitation to your universe. Any questions? Amber and Tirzah are happy to help.

I am thrilled to announce the first installment in our Fairytale Reimagined series, now part of The Writer's Block Anthologies: Marked by the Wolf. The Theme This anthology is a loose Little Red Riding Hood retelling. It is open to most genres as long as your story fits the theme. Your story can feature traditional wolves, wolf shifters, or even a "wolf-like" individual—it just needs to revolve around a character who could be considered a "wolf." Rolling Submission Model We are moving away from fixed deadlines. This anthology will remain open for submissions until it is officially "Full." A collection is considered full when: - At least 10 authors have submitted accepted stories. - A minimum of 100,000 total words has been reached. Note on Selection: To ensure a high-quality reading experience, submission does not guarantee acceptance. The Writer's Block reserves the right to decline stories that do not meet our quality standards or thematic requirements. Submission Details - Word Count: 5,000–25,000 words. - Status: Currently OPEN for submissions. - Publication Date: Targeted for approximately 30 days after the anthology is "Full." Professional Standards & Author Services To be considered for publication, all stories must be professionally edited. If you need assistance preparing your manuscript, The Writer's Block Editing Team offers the following services: - Beta Reading: $.005/word (for early feedback to help you shape your story). - Professional Editing: $.01/word. Please note: Utilizing our editing services improves your manuscript but does not automatically guarantee acceptance into the anthology. Rights, Royalties, & Kickstarter Editions - Rights: Authors grant non-exclusive rights to include the story in the anthology. - Royalties: Paid via Draft2Digital royalty split. All contributors must have a Draft2Digital account. - Special Editions: The Writer's Block reserves the right to create Kickstarter editions. - Profits fund professional artwork, organizers, and advertisement costs. - Authors receive the exclusive benefit of being able to purchase these special editions as author copies at cost.

It has been a massive day for our community! We have officially launched our new Rolling Submission model and opened the doors to three incredible new anthology opportunities. In case you missed anything, here is the full breakdown of today’s announcements: - 🐺 Marked by the Wolf: Our loose Little Red Riding Hood retelling. (5k–25k words) - 👁️ Bloodshot (Working Title): A flash fiction collection for the stories that keep you up at night. (500–2,500 words) - 🍷 A Simple Red (Working Title): Our premier vampire-based anthology. (5k–25k words) - ✍️ Editing Price List: Updated rates and services to help you prep your manuscript for submission. Quick Reminder: These anthologies follow our new Rolling Submission model. They move to publication as soon as we hit 10 authors and 100,000 words. Don't wait—submit your stories once they've been professionally polished!

To support our community in reaching the highest publication standards—especially for our upcoming anthologies—The Writer's Block Editing Team is officially open for bookings with our updated service list! We offer a range of services tailored to where you are in your writing journey: - Developmental or Line Editing: $.02/word - Proofreading: $.01/word - Second Pass (on the same story): $.01/word (Available after revisions based on initial developmental feedback) - Beta Reading: $.005/word (Includes light developmental comments and line edits on the first chapter) - Anthology Edit Package: $.01/word (Includes development and line edits in a single pass; available for stories submitted to The Writer’s Block Anthologies ONLY) Note on Pricing: Prices are current as of February 2026 and are subject to change in the future to reflect the evolving needs of our team and community. To Book: Please DM Tirzah Hawkins or reach out via the community tabs!

I am thrilled to announce the third installment in The Writer's Block Anthologies: A Simple Red. Based on the striking cover design, we’ll be holding a community vote soon to decide if this title stays or if we choose a new one together! The Theme This is a vampire-based anthology. We are looking for stories where vampires—or the lore surrounding them—play a significant and central role. Whether your take is gothic, modern, romantic, or horrific, your submission must revolve around these creatures of the night. Rolling Submission Model This anthology will remain open for submissions until it is officially "Full." A collection is considered full when: - At least 10 authors have submitted accepted stories. - A minimum of 100,000 total words has been reached. Note on Selection: To ensure a high-quality reading experience, submission does not guarantee acceptance. The Writer's Block reserves the right to decline stories that do not meet our quality standards or thematic requirements. Submission Details - Word Count: 5,000–25,000 words. - Status: Currently OPEN for submissions. - Publication Date: Targeted for approximately 30 days after the anthology is "Full." Professional Standards & Author Services To be considered for publication, all stories must be professionally edited. If you need assistance, The Writer's Block Editing Team offers: - Beta Reading: $.005/word. - Professional Editing: $.01/word. Note: Use of these services does not guarantee acceptance into the anthology. Rights, Royalties, & Kickstarter Editions - Rights: Authors grant non-exclusive rights to include the story in the anthology. - Royalties: Paid via Draft2Digital royalty split. - Special Editions: The Writer's Block reserves the right to create Kickstarter editions. - Profits fund professional artwork, organizers, and advertisement costs. - Authors receive the exclusive benefit of being able to purchase these special editions as author copies at cost.