Written Tales Magazine
Short Stories. Big Voices.
Written Tales is a member-funded literary publication sharing flash fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and short stories under 2,000 words.
Fresh Reads from the Magazine
Sleepwalking Through Sunless Summers
Keith Hoerner’s “Sleepwalking Through Sunless Summers” traces a boy’s surreal journey through recurring dreams and sleepwalking, capturing the mystery of childhood intuition and the longing ...
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Summer Glow
Thompson Emate’s "Summer Glow" imagines a world where summer reigns eternal. Through vibrant imagery and rhythmic verse, the poem celebrates the sun’s opulent rays, nature’s ...
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Memories of Sunlit Days
Marvelous Monday’s "Memories of Sunlit Days" captures the essence of summer’s warmth and beauty. With vivid imagery of green fields, rustling leaves, and sunlit dances, ...
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Monsoon
Virginia Barrett’s "Monsoon" paints a vivid tapestry of nature and spirituality. Through rich imagery of adobe walls, wild landscapes, and storm-laden skies, the poem ...
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What is Written Tales?
Written Tales is more than a magazine—it’s a creative playground for flash fiction, poetry, and short-form storytelling. Since 2017, we’ve published 500+ authors from around the world. Now fully digital and member-supported, we offer writing challenges, publication opportunities, and a platform to be heard.
Want to Get Published?
We accept short stories, poetry, and challenge responses from paid members—or non-members via a small submission fee. Digital chapbooks, challenges, and more await.
Explore Our Chapbooks
Browse our seasonal chapbooks filled with the best short fiction and poetry. Currently digital-only. Print returns if demand grows!