Can I submit my short story to multiple publishers?

Yes, it’s common practice to submit a story or poem to multiple publishers at the same time, provided their guidelines indicate they accept simultaneous submissions.

Can I send my manuscript to more than one publisher?

You can submit a book manuscript simultaneously to several different publishers.” Probably this applies to the book proposals as well. Usually it’s to only one publisher, as the book publication involves both time & effort from the publishers side as well.

What are the best short story contests?

The Bridport Prize.

Bristol Short Story Prize.

National Poetry Competition.

The First Novel Prize.

Flash 500.

Bath Novel Writing Prize.

How to write winning short stories?

How to Write Winning Short Stories is a concise and practical guide that includes developing a theme and premise, choosing a title, creating characters, crafting realistic dialogue, bringing the setting to life, working with structure, and editing. Submission and marketing advice is also provided. The author, who manages an annual short story

How to enter and win fiction writing contests?

Is the contest hosted by a well-known body,like a long-standing magazine,a fund for writers,or something along these lines?

Is there an entry fee?

Are the winning entry or entries published in print or online?

Are the non-winning entries also published in print or online?

How to win short story competitions?

Use believable,succinct dialogue. Dialogue is very useful.

Create a credible plot. Things must happen in your story.

Use the correct tenses.

Your story must make complete sense.

Use similes and metaphors,and slip in unique images.

Keep your point of view consistent.

Edit your story carefully.