Shadows in the Library
“For the Sleepless and the Strange.”
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Updated Oct 20, 2026
761
followers
6
stories seen in 14 days
5
different writers
101
median claps per story
67%
stories by writers <100 followers
Should you submit to Shadows in the Library?
Shadows in the Library is larger than 27% of the 357 publications we track, and its stories get more claps than 53% of them. It regularly publishes writers with fewer than 100 followers (67% of recent stories), so it is a realistic target for new writers. 33% of its stories are member-only (Partner Program).
How to submit
Shadows in the Library has no separate submission page. Its About page ↗ is the best place to look for contact details.
5 editors
Submission rules change often — always read the publication’s current guidelines before pitching.
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