Reedsy’s The Haunting Season contest is open for entries.
Submission Guidelines
- Writers have one month to craft an original short story (2,000–5,000 words) in any genre
- Based on a single writing prompt: ‘Write a story about a character who is haunted by someone or something’
Entry fee: $20 USD
Prizes: $1,500 USD
Deadline: October 31, 2026. Winners announced in December 2026
Please note: This is an external competition; all details and all submissions are on their website. Click here.
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