F(r)iction Flash Fiction Contest (3-Pack) — Fall 2026
Before you apply
About this call
F(r)iction is a literary organization best known for its triannual print collection and its online blog, F(r)iction Log. The Flash Fiction Contest (3-Pack) for Fall 2026 is situated within this editorial program and invites writers to submit three flash fiction pieces of up to 1,000 words each. The form's compressed scale places a premium on narrative economy and precision, and the three-work format allows the judge to assess range and consistency across a body of short work rather than a single piece. The contest is judged by Wes Blake, whose editorial perspective shapes selection toward work that meets F(r)iction's curatorial standards. Applicants should understand that the award is determined within that editorial frame. The prize structure offers a first prize of $300, and up to five finalists are considered for publication in F(r)iction's print collection or online blog. The entry fee is $12 USD. The contest's deadline is November 14, 2026. The contest situates itself within the wider mission of an established literary outlet, offering writers a route into the organization's editorial orbit rather than a standalone prize. Its emphasis on a three-piece submission signals an interest in sustained craft over isolated virtuosity.
What to send
Limit: up to 1,000 words each