@nainakh replied:
Does the story have to end happily? I have one but it involves a breakup, not due to transphobia or anything bad, just conflicting goals for a relationship
Short answer: no, you don’t have to end a story happily to be considered.
Long answer: Happy Endings look different to different people. Ending a romantic relationship is hard, but is there still love there, of the platonic variety? That’s a worthwhile story to tell in our zine! We don’t require romance to be a component, because there are many forms of love.
That being said, we do want to share stories that end on a positive note. Bittersweet is still sweet, and even if you aren’t romantically compatible but you still care for the person, that’s enough! If the breakup involved was really painful, or there’s no sustained love of any kind by the end of the narrative, this zine is likely not the best place for that story. If you’re unsure, you can still submit, but be aware that your piece may not be accepted.