Submission Requirements for Book Publishing Consideration
If you're interested in submitting your book for publishing consideration, please review and follow these guidelines carefully. Keep in mind that we prioritize military veterans, as their unique experiences bring added realism to the genres we publish. Manuscripts that meet our requirements will be considered for acceptance.
Manuscript Format:
Your manuscript should be in english, complete, and thoroughly edited. While we provide minor editing, please only submit polished, publication-ready works, as we do not accept drafts that require extensive revision.
Use a standard font (such as Times New Roman or Arial) in 12-point size, with double-spaced lines and numbered pages.
Ensure consistent formatting throughout to maintain clear readability.
In the header, please include the title of your manuscript, your name, the submission date, and the statement 'For Publication Consideration.’
Submission Length and Genre:
We accept fiction manuscripts, with a preference for military and spy genres. Mystery and thriller submissions will also be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Include an approximate word count in your submission, and ensure it aligns with the typical length for your genre. (We will not consider anything with less than 70,000 words.)
Query/Cover Letter:
Include a concise query letter introducing yourself and your manuscript. Remember, you’re pitching your book, so focus on answering the question, 'Why should we consider your work for publication?' Your query should include:
The book title, genre, and word count.
A brief synopsis of the book’s plot and themes (500-800 words).
Any relevant information about your background or previous publications.
Synopsis:
Your synopsis should detail the main plot points and story arc. This synopsis should provide a clear overview of the storyline without giving away every detail.
Author Bio:
Provide a brief author bio (up to 200 words) that highlights your writing experience, credentials, and any previous publications, awards, or recognitions.
If you are a military veteran, you may use an additional 100 words (up to 300 words total) to highlight your military service and its relevance to your work.
Sample Chapters:
In your submission, include a separate and distinct document with the first three chapters (or approximately the first 50 pages) of your manuscript. This sample will help our team evaluate your writing style, voice, and story progression.
Contact Information:
Make sure your full name, email address, and phone number are included in your query letter and/or cover letter.
If you are using a pen name or pseudonym, we will still require your legal name for our contact records.
Submission Method:
Send all submissions electronically to submissions@blacktridentpublishing.com. We do not accept physical submissions at this time.
Ensure all attachments are submitted in PDF or Word format unless otherwise specified. Please do not lock, password-protect or watermark the manuscript, as such submissions will be automatically disregarded.
Additional Notes:
Due to the high volume of submissions, response times may vary. While we aim to confirm receipt of your manuscript, delays can happen. If you haven't received a confirmation within two weeks, please feel free to reach out. We appreciate your patience, and we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiring about the status of your submission after receiving confirmation.
The current decision notification timeframe is approximately two to three months.
Only one submission per author at a time, please. Revisions and additional works may be submitted following acceptance and feedback.
If your manuscript is accepted, we will reach out to discuss any necessary edits, contract terms, royalty structure, and derivative rights in detail.
Thank you for considering us for your manuscript. We look forward to reviewing your work and discovering new literary voices!