Alchemy Press has announcements of three new anthologies for which stories are being sought. All three will be reading from January 1 to March 31, 2013, and all three will pay, though pay rates have not yet been determined. General Alchemy Press submission guidelines are on this page.
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The Alchemy Press Book of Astrologica: Stories of the Zodiac edited by Allen Ashley
Ashley says “I am looking for stories about the signs of the Zodiac, the characteristics associated with those signs and/or people born under them. I will also consider stories involving the mythical characters and creatures of the astrological signs, perhaps their history and origin, perhaps their present and future state. Note: I am not saying that one has to believe in the paraphernalia associated with modern astrology; but authors should seek to use some of this as inspiration and underpinning of their narratives…”
Full submission guidelines are on this page.
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The Alchemy Press Book of Pulp Heroes, volume II. edited by Mike Chinn
Chinn says “Following the successful publication of The Alchemy Press Book of Pulp Heroes, Alchemy Press is following up with a second anthology: Pulp Heroes II. Once again it’s time to celebrate (or subvert) the glorious Pulp tradition — as well as taking a wild new look at it. I suggest you read volume one to get a sense of my requirements (available via Amazon and other online retailers).
“From the arid plains of Mars to the canyons of Manhattan; the foetid jungle to the naked jungle. Demented criminals versus dark heroes with sinister powers. The flash of steel in the palaces of long-forgotten civilizations or along the sterile corridors of impossible spacecraft. Swords against sorcery or sword and planet.”
Full submission guidelines are on this page.
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The Alchemy Press Book of Urban Mythic edited by Jan Edwards and Jenny Barber
Edwards and Barber say “For The Alchemy Press Book of Urban Mythic, we are seeking contemporary tales with all the magic and wonder of myth and legend, blending modern life with the traditions of folklore from around the world. Whether lurking in dark alleys or brash shopping malls; from shanty towns to the floating cities of Venice, Bangkok or Dubai; swanky riverside penthouse lofts or humble suburban semis, we want to see how the mythic is woven into the everyday. Think Charles de Lint, Terri Windling, Robert Holdstock, Seanan McGuire, Jim Butcher, Kate Griffin, Simon R. Green, Holly Black, Neil Gaiman…”
Full submission guidelines are on this page.