frequently asked questions
QUESTION 1
Where Can I read arthur conan doyle’s canon?
Download the stories FREE from Project Gutenberg!
QUESTION 2
WHAT DOES PUBLIC DOMAIN MEAN?
In brief, public domain refers to creative works which are not subject to any intellectual property rights, and are therefore available for use by the public without permission. The final Sherlock Holmes stories by Arthur Conan Doyle entered the public domain on January 1, 2023.
QUESTION 3
DO YOU CHARGE A FEE FOR SUBMISSIONS?
No. It is free to submit poetry, microfiction, short stories, and visual art for consideration in WHEN THE ROSE SPEAKS ITS NAME.
QUESTION 4
DO YOU PAY CONTRIBUTING AUTHORS/ARTISTS from sales?
No. All proceeds from sales of this anthology (minus printing and/or distribution of purchased copies) will be donated directly to akt. Volunteer efforts and donations will cover all other costs. No profits from sales will be retained by the editors or any other party.
QUESTION 5
HOW DO I stay updated?
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QUESTION 6
What is 221b fiction?
A 221B is a unique form of microfiction developed by Holmesian writers. It is comprised of exactly 221 words, and the final word of the piece begins with the letter “b.” Prose poems in this format are also considered 221Bs.
QUESTION 7
Do you have a style guide for self-editing?
Yes! WHEN THE ROSE SPEAKS ITS NAME will predominantly use British English, though exceptions will be made as needed. Please refer to our style guide for details.
QUESTION 8
what publication rights do you require?
We require exclusive publication rights for all works included in the anthology for ninty (90) days from the date of publication. After 90 days, all publication rights revert to the creator. If you choose to submit work that has been previously published, please ensure the rights have reverted to you and provide us with first publication details. Works previously published on fanwork sites are welcome so long as they are based on the original canon.
QUESTION 9
WHERE WILL THE ANTHOLOGY BE PUBLISHED?
WHEN THE ROSE SPEAKS ITS NAME will be published in both ebook and hard copy. They will be available via Amazon, Lulu, smashwords, draft2digital, Apple Books, and Barnes and Noble. Additional distribution channels are being considered and will be added if possible.
QUESTION 10
Can i submit using a pen name/pseudonym?
Yes. Pen names and artist pseudonyms are welcome as long as they are appropriate for a general audience.
QUESTION 11
Do you accept works made by/with ai?
No. We only accept work created without the use of AI technology. If AI was used in the creation of any portion of your work–written or visual art–please seek another place to submit it.
QUESTION 12
WHAT IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
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