The Little Writing Workshop of Horrors publishes poetry, creative writing, fiction and non-fiction.
I read all the works I receive as submissions. If accepted, they are posted on a first come, first serve basis. If I feel, however, it is not a good fit for our publication, it will not be published on the “Little Writing Workshop of Horrors.”
While rejections are not sent out, you will know between one to three days if your submission has been accepted as you will see it on the site. If rejected, please do not resubmit the same piece.
Online submissions and literary works published on personal websites/blogs are often seen as online publications, and would be considered previously published through the perspective of literary journals, magazines, and editors. This is just a clarifying note before you decide to submit. It does not mean, however, I do not accept previously published pieces or literature.
Acceptances depend on the writing content and what we are looking for in the workshop of horrors. Note: I will not accept submissions titled under anonymous. Please use a name or pen name.
I accept:
- Previously published as well as unpublished pieces
- Poems
- Stories
- Novels (but they will divided into chapters if it is past a certain amount of words)
- Novellas
There are two places on this website that I will happily accept blog or post promotion. The first is through my submissions link for the “Little Writing Workshop of Horrors Submission Stand.” You can promote yourself through this comment section, or you can add a link to your blog or a singular post through my submission form in the author’s note section when submitting a piece for consideration. If accepted, it will be posted along with your submission. The second is through the “Poetry Corner” where you can promote yourself and engage in discussions.
If a submission is against the rules or guidelines, it will not be accepted as a submission.
A few things to mention:
- Authors will always be credited for their submissions (obviously).
- First come, first serve.
- If you would like to have your piece removed from the blog, just let me know through this comment section, and it will be taken down at your request.
Well then, that’s about it for the writing workshop of horrors. You can submit your work here.
I’ll have to submit something soon 😀
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Just read your submission. It’s very awesome! It will be posted tomorrow. 🙂
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YES! 😀 It’s my favorite of all the ones I’ve written. I wrote it for Nova, but…well…haven’t talked to her since the NaNo Chatrooms closed -shrug-
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I think it’s one of my favorites of yours as well. Of course, that is, right after your onion poem! 😀
I’m sorry to hear that, though. Is she also in the CWC?
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My onion poem is definitely a hit -rolls eyes-
Yep, she is. If she goes to the meetings, though, I can’t find her -shrug-
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😀 😀 😀 😀 😀
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When the sky
seems pitch dark
And the black clouds
Do finally part
May the sun
Shine down
And warm your
Aching heart!
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That’s really beautiful! Thank you for sharing it. 😀
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Ha! Well, I’ve never done this before so what the hell…
https://johndiestler.com/fiction/jack-tone-road/
My small attempt at horror, a family favorite!
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Oh, wow! The story is so vivid and I loved the entire scenery with the fog. It really made the setting so dark and wicked in its own verisimilitude. I loved the foreshadowing as well, and the ending was amazing! What a fantastic horror story. Thank you for sharing!
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Hi Lucy, Hope you are doing great! I am new to this column and I am willing to submit my unpublished poem. Can you please let me know on how can I do it?
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Hi! 👋
I’d be happy to. I have a link right where it says in the beginning, “Go here if you wish to place a submission…” The link (where it says “here”) will lead you to a Google Forms document where you can fill out the required information, and copy/paste your submission piece in the answer box that requests for it.
I will then review your piece, and if accepted, it will be posted in the order it was received.
I hope this answers your question. Thank you for your interest to submit. 🙂
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Thank you. I am sorry I should’ve noticed. Will submit soon. You are so kind! 😍
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Ah, no need to apologize! I was more than happy to help.
I’m looking forward to reading your submission. 😃
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Not horror but,
https://bluebarbarian79.wordpress.com/2020/07/02/secret-love-my-demons/It’s
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What a beautifully written piece. It will be posted on Sunday (I go by the submission order received) so keep an eye out for it!
As well, the Little Writing Workshop of Horrors is in name only. We accept all kinds of genres and do not discriminate against a single one. 😉
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Ok, thank you 🙂 I haven’t written anything in years but started again not to long ago, it’s fun and inspiring .. Yea will do that, that. Thanks a lot 🧙✨
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New address: https://bluebarbarian79.wordpress.com/2020/07/02/secret-love-my-demons/
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What a great idea this little place is. I’m looking forward to reading all the poetry and sharing my own from my blog,
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Aww, thanks! I’m looking forward to reading what you share with us.
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An original poem of mine https://anaswritingjournal.home.blog/2020/06/10/where-im-from/ I would like it if you could publish it….
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Of course!
It is very beautifully penned and honest. It will be up tomorrow on the blog. 🙂
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Thanks a lot, Lucy! ❤
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It’s really cool that you’re doing this!! I will submit soon!!
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Looking forward to your submission! 😀
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Ok I submit
https://writersadventures899258233.wordpress.com/theatre-play/
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Oh, wow! That ending was terrifying. Great play here. It will be up Thursday morning EST time. Thank you for submitting!
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It’s so kind of you to do this! I think I’d like to submit a poem!
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Of course. If you do decide to submit, you can fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScxXwAehYx4F1BfoJIbDJUL0oAteEbvOk5BBXifnJE2Vcb1-g/viewform
I will then review your submission and if accepted, it will be posted in the order that it was received. Happy writing!
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Thank you! Just submitted the form(please consider the second submission).
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I have accepted your submission. It will be up Friday morning EST time. Thank you so much for submitting!
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Thank you so much for this opportunity!
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It’s so kind of you to let us promote our blogs here. Thank you. 🙂
Please check out my poetry blog “Poems from heart” at http://www.poemsfromheartcom.wordpress.com
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I was wondering how I would know if my submission has been accepted or not and if yes, when it will be published.
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Hi Coco! Unfortunately, there isn’t a set way or system to know if a submission has been accepted, but you can ask here. Your submission has been accepted and it will be posted tomorrow morning EST time. Thank you for submitting.
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Thank you so much. 🙂I really appreciate it .
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I submitted another one.
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Hello Coco. Thank you for your submission. I’m afraid it wasn’t quite right for us, but I wish you all the best in placing your work elsewhere. Don’t feel disheartened, it just isn’t quite what we’re looking for right now.
Best wishes,
~Lucy
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I think I shall submit some pieces . I’m a writer in remission. I write little pieces here and there . So , I hope to send you some stuff as they say
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Of course! Take your time.
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Dear Lucy, I have submitted my poem. Thanks again for considering my submission.
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Hello Lucy, may I know may I know if my submission’s accepted?
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Yes, your submission was accepted. 🙂
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Thank you very much😁
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Thank you for submitting.
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I would be quite interested in submitting something although having read through your notes I am still a little unclear what kind of work you are looking for.
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There really isn’t anything specific that I do look for; the only thing that would be consistent are the type of submissions that have been accepted and published on here.
With that said, feel free to submit. I would be happy to read it and see if it is a good fit for the site.
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ok thanks!
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ok so here is a previously unpublished poem I wrote in 1986 fo your consideration – many thanks – edenbray
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UNTITLED FROM 1986
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Recollections
emotive memories
lost moments – we live
..
I remember when I was young
when we were children
playing – the things we did!
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School times, hard times
love times
it all comes back
..
Does the sap rise?
here the lump in my throat
there the ache in my heart
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The Summer of .. . . ..’
that cold, cold winter
my first car, what a peach
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Memories skip and dance
whimper, pall and fade
live, warm and energise
..
I’m thinking of you
the things we did
Wow!
..
And you know its fun
to remember
even sorrow has its end
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Shaft of reason
hand of compassion
moment of understanding
..
We grope to experience
the plight of others
the memories they carry
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We fear the night dreams they know
the sad tales they could tell
we whimper at their loss
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The terror of darkness
and agony that surrounds us
we stand aghast
..
Can we lift, nurture?
then be done and do it!
more often we listen
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And we, as the tale is told wonder
till confronted by the past
we long for the future
..
edenbraytoday26.6.86
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Thank you for posting my poem I appreciate it and also what you are providing with your site. I will try and find something else suitable to submit later on. Meanwhile, if anyone would like to read more of my work please visit my WordPress site ~ edenbray the poet – SITE B – link provided – Once again, thanks for your interest.
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Hello Eden.
That is generally not how I accept submissions on here. I have a link to a Google Forms document on the Submit Here page, which is how I receive submissions.
However, your submission has been accepted and will be up tomorrow morning EST time. Be on the lookout for it then.
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Here is the link to my site : – https://edenbray8.com
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Hi Lucy
I seem to be experiencing some issues accessing your site, leaving likes and stuff. Hope you received my submissions through the submit here page ok.
Your doing a good job,
Thanks
edenbray
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I had no idea about that, Eden. That is odd. Thank you for letting me know and I did receive your submission. It will be up on Friday. 🙂
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I think Ive sorted it now by clicking on the WordPress Icon I seem able to like stuff now, thanks Lucy
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still having issues logging in to your site or liking
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Hi Lucy, I know Im a bit of a dimwit sometimes but struggling to find the piece you mentioned would be up on Friday. If I’ve got something wrong would appreciate your advice. I’m sure you are busy enough. Its a great site by the way and enjoying what I’m reading. Thanks Lucy
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Hi Eden. The way I receive submissions is a one-way process; only I can see them through the form.
I’m glad you are enjoying the site. Thank you for sticking around! 😁
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not sure I understand ‘sticking around’ – am I unwelcome?
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No, not at all. Everyone is welcome here.
“Sticking around” was more of a dig at my site since it jokingly implies that despite all its faults, we still have readers and writers who somehow enjoy it. 🙂
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Thank you for including my San Fran piece Lucy, much appreciated!
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Anytime! Thank you very much for submitting your work.
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Well I can’t like your reply by the way as again site won’t let me? Just saying. Thanks Lucy!
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If anything, it might be a WordPress problem or it’s the browser you’re on.
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now it lets me .. . sheesh!?
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