Strange Horizons will open to general fiction submissions on January 19th, 2026, at 3 p.m. UTC! This window will remain open for 48 hours, closing at 3 p.m. UTC on January 21st 2026.
As paths always are, mine has begun to twist as I face my 50s. But I do not see it as a door closing: another door is opening. And for Strange Horizons, my same wish too: May more doors open and may more join us, because collectives shift, change and expand.
On June 4th, we will be opening for speculative fiction novelette submissions between the word count of 10,000 and 18,000 words. We will cap submissions at 300.
We are delighted to present to you our second special issue of the year. This one is devoted to ageing and SFF, a theme that is ever-present (including in its absence) in the genre.
