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THE LEVEL BEST BOOKS IMPRINT DEDICATED TO QUALITY SHORT CRIME FICTION ANTHOLOGIES
Level Best Books got its start publishing anthologies, most notably THE BEST NEW ENGLAND CRIME STORIES. It is our mission to continue publishing the very best Crime Fiction anthologies featuring a wide variety of themes and diverse array of authors for many years to come.
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS! Send us your story for our upcoming CRIME BEFORE OUR TIME Anthology
Level Best Books is seeking short stories for a new anthology titled CRIME BEFORE OUR TIME: Crime Fiction and Mystery Inspired by History.
From the shadowed alleys of Victorian London to the sun-baked tombs of ancient Egypt, We are seeking short story submissions for an anthology inspired by history itself - from the Ancient Egyptians up to the end of the Victorian Age (1901).
We are looking for stories with great voice, that will showcase their chosen period in history - and show how relevant today these stories of the past are and what they have to teach us. We look forward to your creative and unique take on your chosen historic period.
Word count: 5,000 words or less
Deadline: December 31, 2025
Projected Publication Date: August, 2026
Original stories Only. Rights revert to the author one year after publication.
Questions? Drop us a note in our Contact Form
From the shadowed alleys of Victorian London to the sun-baked tombs of ancient Egypt, We are seeking short story submissions for an anthology inspired by history itself - from the Ancient Egyptians up to the end of the Victorian Age (1901).
We are looking for stories with great voice, that will showcase their chosen period in history - and show how relevant today these stories of the past are and what they have to teach us. We look forward to your creative and unique take on your chosen historic period.
Word count: 5,000 words or less
Deadline: December 31, 2025
Projected Publication Date: August, 2026
Original stories Only. Rights revert to the author one year after publication.
Questions? Drop us a note in our Contact Form