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Thank you for your talent and treasure!

West of the Moon entries and our Australian Cultural Campaign fund have now closed.

A delightful task now awaits our panel of judges.

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#westofthemoon #australianfairytales

September 30, 2025 at 10:52 PM

West of The Moon - Fairy Tale Anthology

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With just a couple of days to go until submissions close on 30 Sep, now's the time to finish your original Australian fairy tale.

Details & guidelines: https://australianfairytales.com/west-of-the-moon/

#callforsubmissions #writingcommunity #writers #fairytales #writingprompt

September 27, 2025 at 11:01 PM

West of The Moon - Fairy Tale Anthology

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Hop to it! Here's a writing prompt to inspire your original Aussie fairy tale.

Submission to WEST OF THE MOON close September 30.

https://australianfairytales.com/west-of-the-moon/

#fairytale #fairytales #ilovefairytales #fairytalesforadults #writers #retelling #callforsubmissions

September 25, 2025 at 12:01 AM

West of The Moon - Fairy Tale Anthology

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We're seeking original, unpublished work infused with the enchantments of Australian culture, heritage and landscapes - short stories, flash fiction, poetry.

Closing date: 30 Sep
https://australianfairytales.com/west-of-the-moon/

#FairyTale #FairyTales #AustralianWriters #BookSky

September 22, 2025 at 2:01 AM

West of The Moon - Fairy Tale Anthology

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West of the Moon, the Australian Fairy Tale Society's second anthology, is open for original flash fiction, short stories and poetry until September 30

https://australianfairytales.com

#blueskybooks #booksky #fairytale #fairytales #australianwriters

September 18, 2025 at 1:02 AM

West of The Moon - Fairy Tale Anthology

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Wanted: original Australian fairy tales for grown-ups.

Submit for West of the Moon by September 30 at https://australianfairytales.com/west-of-the-moon/

#darktales #fairytales #callforsubmissions #writingprompt

September 15, 2025 at 11:01 PM

West of The Moon - Fairy Tale Anthology

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West of the Moon is calling for fresh Aussie twists on old magic. Submit your short story, poem or flash fiction piece that brings enchantment to life.

https://australianfairytales.com/west-of-the-moon/

Submissions close: 30 Sep

#onceuponatime #happilyeverafter #fairytales

September 14, 2025 at 7:01 AM

West of The Moon - Fairy Tale Anthology

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Tag your writing friends! You don't need to be an Australian citizen or resident; but your work does need to have a contemporary Australian sensibility

https://australianfairytales.com
Submissions close 30 Sep

#cinderella #australianfairytales #westofthemoon #submitnow

September 10, 2025 at 11:01 PM

West of The Moon - Fairy Tale Anthology

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Take today’s prompt and let it spark a tale full of wonder, danger, and mystery.

West of the Moon is the Australian Fairy Tale Society's second anthology and we're calling for submissions.

Closing date: 30 Sep
Details & guidelines: https://australianfairytales.com/west-of-the-moon/

September 8, 2025 at 11:01 PM

West of The Moon - Fairy Tale Anthology

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West of the Moon, the Australian Fairy Tale Society's second anthology, is calling for fresh Aussie twists on old magic and brand-new tales waiting to be told.

Grab this prompt and let your imagination run wild and free.

Submissions close: 30 Sep
https://australianfairytales.com/west-of-the-moon/

September 7, 2025 at 12:01 AM

West of The Moon - Fairy Tale Anthology

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'West of the Moon' is open to entries from emerging and experienced writers.

Here's a story idea to seed your own tale!

Entries close Sep 30th. More info: australianfairytales.com

#westofthemoon #australianfairytales #everydaymagic #fairytales #writingprompt

September 4, 2025 at 6:32 AM

West of The Moon - Fairy Tale Anthology

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While you don't need to be an Australian citizen or resident, your tale does need to have a distinct Australian sensibility.

Tick, tock! The clock strikes midnight on September 30!

https://australianfairytales.com/

#cinderella #fairytales #writers #authors #poets #WriteSky #WritingCommunity

August 31, 2025 at 12:01 AM

West of The Moon - Fairy Tale Anthology

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Wonder tales, unique to Australia, come in all guises - filled with sweet revenge, gothic haunts, dusty red landscapes or snow-capped alps!

Where does your imagination take you? We'd love to know.

#fairytales #shortstory #shortfiction #poetry #callforsubmissions #writingcommunity #writersky

August 26, 2025 at 12:32 AM

West of The Moon - Fairy Tale Anthology

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What is an Australian fairy tale?

Submissions to West of the Moon close 30 Sep 2025
- Short stories (up to 3k words)
- Flash fiction (up to 1k words)
- Poetry (up to 50 lines)

australianfairytales.com

#fairytales #shortstory #shortfiction #poetry #callforsubmissions #writingcommunity #writersky

August 20, 2025 at 9:02 PM

West of The Moon - Fairy Tale Anthology

@westofthemoon-afts.bsky.social

West of the Moon is seeking original, unpublished Australian fairy tale fiction.

Send us your:
Short stories (up to 3k words)
Flash fiction (up to 1k words)
Poetry (up to 50 lines)

Deadline: 30 Sep 2025
australianfairytales.com

#fairytales #shortfiction #callforsubmissions #writingcommunity

August 17, 2025 at 11:54 PM

West of The Moon - Fairy Tale Anthology

@westofthemoon-afts.bsky.social

West of the Moon is seeking original, unpublished fiction that explores what an Australian fairy tale can be.

Send us your:
Short stories (up to 3k words)
Flash fiction (up to 1k words)
Poetry (up to 50 lines)

Deadline: 30 Sep 2025
https://australianfairytales.com

#fairytales