The Fifth Corner Press publishes a limited number of carefully curated books each year.

Founded as the publishing arm of The Fifth Corner, the press is devoted to literary fiction that is ambitious, emotionally resonant, and formally confident. We are particularly interested in dark literary fiction, literary horror, speculative fiction, the uncanny, psychologically resonant work, and manuscripts that resist easy categorization.

For our Founding Reading Period 2026, we are seeking:

• Novellas (15,000–40,000 words)

• Novels (40,000+)

• Story Collections

Submission Materials

• Query Letter

• Synopsis (1–3 pages)

• First 30 Pages

Editorial Consideration Fee

CAD $39

The editorial consideration fee supports manuscript review, contributor compensation, commissioned artwork, and the publishing activities of The Fifth Corner Literary Society.

Please note that submission does not guarantee publication. Due to volume, we may only request full manuscripts from selected projects.

As The Fifth Corner Press intends to publish only a small number of carefully curated titles each year, submissions for Founding Reading Period 2026 are limited and may close before the advertised end date.

Response Time

Please allow up to three months for consideration.

We are grateful for the opportunity to read your work.