Spooky Shorts 2023

It’s just thee weeks ’til Halloween. Our spooky challenge to you is to write a short story (around 1500 to 5000 words) featuring a supernatural or Halloween-themed crime.

This one isn’t just for the professional authors. If you’re a reader thinking of dipping your toes into the world of writing, shorts are a great introduction.

Free editorial advice and simple eBook covers are also available to make it as easy and painless for you all as possible. If you’re interested in that, just reach out via the website contact form or on the group.

Entries should be posted in the main group with the hashtag #CFASpookyShort so readers can find them all. If you’d like yours shared on the website afterwards, we’re happy to archive entries here at CrimeFictionAddict.com.

At the end of the day we’ll post up asking readers which story they liked the most and the winner will be crowned on November 1st.