At Elderfly Press, we are committed to publishing bold, literary works that unsettle, provoke, and linger long after the final page. We seek book-length fiction and creative nonfiction that confronts the hidden violence of the world—psychological, social, or supernatural—and gives voice to stories that challenge the patriarchal status quo.
We are especially drawn to:
- Literary thrillers and suspense novels with a sharp edge.
- Horror fiction that unsettles through atmosphere, voice, or psychological depth.
- Creative nonfiction—including memoirs—that could be read with the intensity of a thriller or horror novel.
- Works that expose the dark underbelly of the patriarchy, pulling back the veil on power, violence, and survival.
Guidelines
- Length: Complete manuscripts of 120,000 words or fewer.
- Format: Submit only the first chapter as a Word document (.doc or .docx), double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font, 1-inch margins.
- First page: Include the title, author name (or pen name), word count, and contact information.
- Synopsis: A 1–2 page synopsis should appear before the manuscript within the same file.
- File name: Use the format LastName_Title.docx (e.g., Smith_ShadowHouse.docx).
- Cover letter: In your email body, provide a brief author bio (200 words or fewer), relevant publication history, and a note on how your work aligns with Elderfly Press’s vision.
- Simultaneous submissions: Accepted, but notify us if your manuscript is taken elsewhere.
- Previously published works: We are primarily seeking unpublished manuscripts. If previously self-published or partially published, please provide details.
How to submit
Email your materials to submissions@elderflybooks.com with the subject line:
Book-Length Submission: [Title] by [Author Name]
Questions?
Email us at info@elderflybooks.com
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Book Summary
What stirs when the moon turns dark? A secret long buried, a shadow at the edge of vision, a reckoning that cannot be avoided. Bad Moon on the Rise gathers stories, essays, poetry, and art that explore the uncanny corners of life.
Within these pages, you’ll encounter merpeople and vampires, terrifying nights in the wilderness, the quiet horror of domestic violence, poisonous plants, the extremes of human appetite, and all the small and large ways life can unsettle us.
From horror and speculative fiction to literary explorations of shadow and chaos, this anthology invites readers to step into the eerie, the strange, and the unknowable. Witness what rises with the bad moon—and confront the unsettling truths that linger there.
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