We are pleased to accept manuscripts worldwide. The books we publish are promoted and distributed through emarkets and direct downloads. Senzuri Books pays 45% net on royalties earned. Authors will receive their first paycheck within 60 days after publication. We provide all marketing, editorial services, exclusive cover art, and ISBN for your book. We are here to support you!
LENGTH:
- Short Stories :: 3,500-7,000 Words
- Novelette :: 7,000-18,000 Words
- Novella :: 17,000-40,000 Words
- Novel :: 40,000+ Words
SUBMITTING YOUR MANUSCRIPT:
We accept all manuscripts via email. If you are having issues sending the manuscript through email, contact us. We can work out another way to receive your manuscript. Your email will be viewed as your cover letter, so make sure it provides the information listed below.
Email should include:
- Legal Name and Pen Name, if applicable
- Contact Information (Email, phone number, address, website, etc)
- Short Bio
- Working Title and Series name, if applicable
- Genre
- Word Count
- Short Blurb
- Plot Summary – 800 words or less. Include story, characters, climax, and ending.
Formatting:
- Will accepts files; .doc, .docx, .rtf, and .txt
- 12pt Time Roman
- Single Space
- Indented Paragraphs
- Scene breaks spaced by *** or ### centered
Now that you have made it this far, it’s time to attach your manuscript to your email. In the subject line please include your last name and working title of your book.
Email Manuscripts to submissions@senzuribooks.com
WAIT TIME:
- After submitting your manuscript you will receive a confirmation email within 72 hours. If you do not receive the email, please contact us.
- Current submission and publication decision read time is 6 to 8 weeks.
- Upon decision you will be contacted. If we move forward with publication, a contract will be offered.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
For inquiries/ submissions: submissions@senzuribooks.com
Website: http://senzuribooks.com
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