Prose and Poetry Press

Submission Guidelines

What We're Looking For

We publish literary fiction, contemporary fiction, memoirs, non-fiction, poetry, and young adult literature. Honestly? We're most interested in great stories told with heart and authenticity. We love discovering fresh voices and stories that haven't been told enough.

Manuscript Requirements

  • Complete manuscript (no partial submissions)
  • Double-spaced, standard font (Times New Roman or similar)
  • Minimum 60,000 words (varies by genre)
  • Clean, polished draft ready for editing
  • Your name, contact information, and brief author bio

What to Include

  • Cover letter (1-2 pages) introducing yourself and your work
  • Book synopsis (1-2 pages summarizing your manuscript)
  • Author bio (150-250 words)
  • First 30 pages of your manuscript as a sample
  • Target audience and marketing potential

Review Timeline

Our editorial team carefully reviews all submissions. Please allow 8-12 weeks for our initial response. During this time, we evaluate your work's fit with our publishing mission and audience. We appreciate your patience during this process.

Important Notes

  • Simultaneous submissions to other publishers are acceptable but must be disclosed
  • We do not accept unsolicited phone calls or meeting requests
  • Previous rejection from Prose and Poetry Press does not preclude future submissions
  • We respect your intellectual property and keep all submissions confidential

Submission Process

1

Prepare Your Materials

Gather all required documents including your complete manuscript, cover letter, synopsis, and author bio.

2

Send Your Submission

Submit all materials as attachments to proseandpoetrypress@gmail.com with "Manuscript Submission" in the subject line.

3

Receive Confirmation

We'll send a confirmation email within 2 business days confirming receipt of your submission.

4

Await Editorial Review

Our editorial team reviews your work. This typically takes 8-12 weeks. We appreciate your patience.

5

Receive Our Response

We'll contact you with our decision and next steps if we're interested in your work.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit my manuscript in a different format?

Please submit manuscripts as Microsoft Word documents (.doc or .docx) for compatibility. Other formats may be difficult for us to open and process.

Do you publish self-published authors?

Yes, we consider submissions from previously self-published authors. Your previous sales and audience can strengthen your submission.

What happens if you accept my manuscript?

If we love your work, we'll reach out to chat about next steps. We'll walk you through everything—the agreement, the timeline, the whole journey. We're not just a publisher; we're your partner in bringing your book to life.

Do you accept manuscript agents?

We concentrate our publishing efforts on independent authors. We do not accept agents.

Ready to Share Your Story?

Send your complete submission materials to:

proseandpoetrypress@gmail.com

We genuinely can't wait to read what you've created!