Tell us about your book
Share your synopsis, intended readers, manuscript stage, and what you want to achieve.
START WITH YOUR STORYFOR AUTHORS & INDEPENDENT PUBLISHERS
You bring the story.
Start with a clear next step.
A useful introduction begins with where your book stands today and what you want it to achieve.
LESS GUESSWORK. A CLEARER NEXT CHAPTER.
From manuscript to market.
One step at a time.
You don’t need to have every answer. Start with your story, and build from there.
Prepare a practical plan
Consider your book’s readiness, formats, positioning, and the materials needed for distribution.
GET THE DETAILS RIGHTExplore the right channels
Shape your next steps around relevant retail opportunities and realistic goals for your title.
MOVE FORWARD WITH PURPOSEWHAT TO PREPARE
A good conversation
starts here.
You can begin before every detail is final. Be clear about what is ready and what is still in progress.
Your book
Working title, short synopsis, genre, and the readers you have in mind.
Your current stage
Manuscript status, completed editing or design, and any existing editions.
Your goals
Preferred formats, relevant audiences, and the distribution questions you want to explore.
Your practical details
Publication information, existing listings, and any timing or budget considerations.
FIRST-TIME AUTHORS
Start with the essentials.
You do not need to speak the language of publishing to explain your story. Begin with a clear synopsis and an honest assessment of your manuscript. Our resources explain the details you will encounter next.
Explore author resources →INDEPENDENT PUBLISHERS
Bring the bigger picture.
If you manage multiple titles, introduce your catalogue, current arrangements, and priorities. Discussing formats and audiences across the list helps define the scope of the conversation.
Introduce your publishing list →Ready to introduce your book?
Prepare a short brief with your title, stage, and goals.