Ps and Qs Publishing

Fiction about unlikely heroes, accidental heroines, unusual powers, accidental crime-fighting, or unexpected people saving others; suitable for readers of all ages, with no swearing, erotica, or excessive violence and gore. Open October 31 through December 31; publication February 26. Stories must be 5,000–10,000 words.

Character-driven stories featuring the dark, mysterious ocean and themes such as monsters, mermaids, krakens, ghost ships, pirates, and plunder; suitable for readers of all ages, with no swearing, erotica, or excessive violence and gore. Open January 1 through March 31; publication May 28. Stories must be 5,000–10,000 words.

Character-driven stories about ghosts and winter holidays; Christmas is not required, and any winter holiday is acceptable. Stories should suit readers of all ages and contain no swearing, erotica, or excessive violence and gore. Open August 30 through October 30; publication November 27. Stories must be 5,000–10,000 words.

Character-driven paranormal crime stories about ghost criminals and an elite Ghost Hunters team; suitable for readers of all ages, with no swearing, erotica, or excessive violence and gore. Open August 31 through October 31; publication December 18. Stories must be 5,000–10,000 words.