Thank you for considering Untreed Reads as the potential home for your literary work. We are excited to explore new stories and discover exceptional voices that align with our focus on nonfiction, general fiction, memoirs, and biographies. Before submitting your manuscript, please carefully review the following guidelines:
Originality: We’re seeking stories that offer unique perspectives, fresh insights, and compelling narratives. Whether it’s nonfiction, general fiction, memoirs, or biographies, we value authenticity and originality in storytelling.
Writing Quality: Our priority is the quality of your manuscript. We seek well-crafted prose, engaging narratives, and memorable characters. Your submission should demonstrate a strong command of language, with clear and expressive writing. Ensure your manuscript is polished, proofread, and edited to a professional standard.
Genre and Imprint Preferences: Untreed Reads specializes in nonfiction, general fiction, memoirs, and biographies. Clearly indicate the genre your submission aligns with in your cover letter.
Submission Process: All submissions should be sent via email to submissions@topoftheworldpublishing.com. Include a cover letter briefly describing your story, its genre, marketing plan, and a brief author bio highlighting your writing experience, achievements, and any relevant credentials or previous publications. Ensure your manuscript is properly formatted. We will review the entire manuscript. Submissions should be in standard manuscript format, typically in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) or PDF format. Provide your complete contact information, including email address and phone number.
Marketing and Promotion: We actively engage in marketing and promotional activities to ensure your book receives the attention it deserves. Please provide a brief overview of your marketing and promotional plan in the cover letter, including your email newsletter list, author platform, social media presence, and any unique marketing strategies you plan to implement. While we support our authors in marketing efforts, we encourage authors to be proactive in promoting their work.
Manuscript Length: We accept full-length novels only for fiction, ranging from 60,000 to 120,000 words, and non-fiction ranging from 40,000 to 80,000 words.
Simultaneous Submissions: We accept simultaneous submissions but kindly request that you notify us promptly if your work is accepted elsewhere.
Multiple Submissions: While we accept multiple submissions, please submit each manuscript separately and adhere to the guidelines for each submission.
Rights and Permissions: Submissions should be original and unpublished. Notify us immediately if your work is accepted elsewhere during the submission process.
Response Time: Our goal is to review and respond to submissions within 4 weeks.
By submitting your work to Untreed Reads, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to adhere to these adjusted guidelines. We appreciate your interest in joining our literary community and look forward to discovering your unique stories.
Thank you for considering Untreed Reads for your literary journey.