In honor of the presidential election, Apex Publications is offering its Annual Halloween Short Fiction Contest, titled "Election Horror" to be guest judged by Jay Lake. Write a flash fiction story (under 1000 words) based on this year's theme, "Election Horror," and submit online to Apex Digest by 12 midnight, October 15, 2008 Prizes:

• First—Publication (10 cents a word)
• Second—Publication (5 cents a word)
• Third—Choice of Apex Book Company Hardcover
• Fourth—Choice of Apex Book Company Paperback

For the official guidelines and updates, visit: Election Horror