Flare Magazine Strength in Stories Contest
Deadline March 1 (must be received by this date). Neutral free contest awards prizes up to $125 and online publication for flash fiction (max 1,200 words), microfiction (max 400 words), short story (max 2,500 words), creative nonfiction (max 2,000 words), poetry, or hybrid/experimental work (max 1,200 words). 2026 theme is "Disability as a Strength". Submit via email. Sponsored by FLARE Magazine.
Source: https://flare-magazine.com/contests/
Published: February 4, 2026
