Guidelines: Through The Red Door (Anthology)

Thank you for your interest in submitting to the “Through the Red Door” anthology. We’re excited to explore the depths of sensuality and creativity with your contributions. Please follow the guidelines below to craft your alluring and captivating stories:

1. Theme and Setting: “Through the Red Door” revolves around a room featuring a 4-post bed, 2 chairs, a dresser, and a couch. Writers are encouraged to explore the sensual possibilities within this setting. Characters can engage in any scenario or interaction while in the room.
2. Sensuality and Eroticism: We seek tasteful and evocative storytelling, emphasizing sensuality and eroticism. Let your imagination run wild, but ensure the content remains respectful and consensual.
3. Collaboration: Each character is allowed to bring one item of their choosing into the room, leaving it behind for the next writer to utilize if they wish. Embrace the collaborative nature of the anthology and build upon each other’s contributions.
4. Word Count: Submissions should be between 500 and 5,000 words. Find the balance between engaging storytelling and concise expression.
5. Originality: We welcome unique and original narratives that captivate our readers. Avoid clichés and rehashed themes, and focus on offering fresh and exciting perspectives.
6. Diversity and Inclusivity: Embrace diverse characters, backgrounds, and relationships in your stories. We encourage inclusivity and representation in all aspects of the narrative.
7. Sensory Descriptions: Engage your readers’ senses with vivid descriptions. Immerse them in the room’s ambience and the characters’ emotions to create an unforgettable experience.
8. Consent and Boundaries: Always ensure that interactions between characters are consensual and respectful. Respect boundaries and avoid any content that may be harmful or non-consensual.
9. Editing and Proofreading: Before submitting your work, thoroughly edit and proofread to ensure grammatical accuracy and clarity. Well-crafted writing enhances the reader’s experience.
10. Submission Process: Submit your story to Growl Publication via [Medium.com], ensuring that an image relevant to your story is attached to the submission. Please use “The Red Door” in the topics or subject line when submitting your story.
11. Copyright and Ownership: By submitting your work, you acknowledge that you are the original author and grant permission to Growl Publication to publish your story as part of the “Through the Red Door” anthology. You also grant permission for the potential publication of the anthology as a book in the future.
12. Deadline: Submissions will be accepted until [deadline date]. Please ensure you submit your work before the cutoff.
13. Multiple Submissions: Writers may submit more than one story, but please send each entry as a separate submission.

Thank you for your contribution to “Through the Red Door.” We look forward to reading your enticing tales and crafting an anthology that tantalizes and enchants our readers. 🚪🔥