Anthology of Short Stories by Young Americans®

In response to educators' requests, we expanded the scope of writing to include short stories, and launched the Anthology of Short Stories by Young Americans® in 2002. Through this newer anthology we recognize student writers who have an interesting narrative to share.

Submission requirements

  • All styles of short stories are acceptable
  • Short stories must be legibly handwritten or typed
  • Only one short story per author 
  • Please limit the story to 1,500 words or fewer 
  • The author's full name, age and address must be included on the top right-hand corner of all pages

How to submit

By mail, using the guidelines printed here or through the Submit Your Short Story button on this website. Students may submit work through their teacher or independently. Teachers, click here for a school submission form

Deadline for submissions

April 15, 2012

Criteria for selection

  • Age of the writer
  • Originality
  • Character and plot development 
  • Audience appeal

The selection process

Approximately 55% of the submissions are selected for publication.

Notes

All submissions become the property of the Anthology of Poetry, Inc.

Notification

Students should include a LOOSE first class postage stamp with their submission so that we can notify them if their work was selected for publication.

Book Pricing

Softcover: $12.95/ Hardcover: $21.95 plus $3.00 for shipping and handling.

Shipping Date Our anticipated shipping date is September 30.  Each book ordered is individually packaged, shipped by 3rd class mail and should arrive within 3 weeks.