Short Story Journal

Our Short Story Collection has evolved into a Monthly Short Story Journal!

Queer writers of color are invited to submit short stories, essays, and poems on a monthly basis to our Short Story Journal! 1-5 winners are chosen every month to receive a $50 reward and more.

The November Entry Opens October 4, 2024

Entry Fee: $5

A Nihilist
Short Story Collection Scotty Escobar Short Story Collection Scotty Escobar

A Nihilist

When I was younger, I hoped I would grow up to be someone worth talking about. Someone whose work reached hundreds of people. Now, I’m in my 20s and became none of these things. The world changes so much and so quickly and I stay the same. And maybe that’s the charm in all this.

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Eve
Short Story Collection Patrice Wilson Short Story Collection Patrice Wilson

Eve

A majority of my life, I have felt misunderstood. I’ve allowed the expectations of others to cage me in. I know that I should find a husband, have children and live happily ever after; but I’m not sure that is my purpose. I see Professor Jones and I know that more is possible. 

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