The Forgotten Shelf

​Due for publication in January 2027

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Have you ever wondered about the story behind a forgotten photograph, an old diary, a strange attic discovery, or a well-worn book with a history of its own? We’re looking for atmospheric, imaginative and emotional short stories inspired by the objects people leave behind. Mystery, nostalgia, humour, fantasy, drama and the unexpected are all welcome — help us rescue more stories from The Forgotten Shelf.

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About Your Story

• Your story can be set anywhere at any time and any point in history

• Your story can be any genre

• This book is intended for adult readers

• Each story should be 3000 - 6000 words

• You remain the copyright owner of your story and you are free to publish it elsewhere. More details ​

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There is no cost for you to submit a story and there is no cost if we choose it for publication.  As an author you will be able to buy as many copies as you like at half-price, enabling you to resell and make a profit. ​

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Formatting

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• We will provide a Microsoft Word template for you to use, along with style and formatting guidelines. 

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Project Rules

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• No submissions from under 18s for this particular project.

• Your story must be all your own work.

• Your story must not contain anything that is legally questionable or libellous.

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How the book will be sold

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• The book will be sold primarily on Amazon.  

• You will have the option to buy as many copies as you like at half price if you choose, which you can resell or give away.

• We ask authors to spread the word among friends and family - after all, they'll want to read your story!

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Deadline and Publication Date 

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• Submission deadline: 31st December

• Publication date: January 2027

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Money

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• We will never ask you to pay to contribute to our books

• We do not pay royalties but you can make money from your story by buying as many copies as you like at a discounted rate and reselling although there is no obligation to do so. 

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