The Messenger

Prompt for September 4, 2024

'The Messenger' is the bi-monthly literature prompt for Wednesday, September 4, 2024. IronAge Media is taking submissions inspired by this image prompt through October 3, 2024. The following categories are open:

  • Flash Fiction & Poetry: Any work less than one thousand words.

  • Short Stories: Any short story exceeding one thousand words.


To enter your submission send an email with a link to your work along with the title, and your prefered byline. You will need to host your content yourself, via Substack or similar.


Periodically submissions will be entered into a popular vote. Details will be posted when voting occurs. Winners of the vote and editors picks will be contacted for some additional information and featured on the site on a weekly basis.


If you have questions check out the FAQ and feel free to reach out.


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