What are looking for completed novels--35,000 to 65,000 words in length--in the genres of:
* science fiction: hard/soft/space opera
* fantasy: urban/shapeshifter
* romance: science fiction/futuristic
* romance: shapeshifter/werewolf only
* other 'spec fic' works with similar themes
We prefer third person POV. Please have your manuscript critiqued, beta'd, proofread and/or edited before querying!! Stories without a "happy ever after" are acceptable. For romance titles, intimate scenes should be mild (PG-13). We will consider YA titles only if they fit in the above genres. Reprints by professional authors are considered if the title was previously published through a reputable publisher (print or electronic). Please do not submit any previously self-published works.
A common inquiry about word count: Will BLP consider manuscripts over 65K? Yes, we probably will, but be warned: If you decide to send us something longer than 65K, the writing and story had better be dead-on.
All queries should include the following:
1. A subject line of QUERY: "TITLE OF YOUR BOOK"
2. A cover letter including bio, experience, goals, etc.
3. The title of your work, the genre, and total word count
4. A marketing overview--required (see note below)
4. Your Name, Pen Name, Email, and Website/Blog (if applicable)
Attach to your email in DOC or RTF format:
1. A brief synopsis
2. The first four chapters
**Note: We provide marketing support to our authors however we would
still like you to provide us with a general idea of what you plan
to help promote your work. Review our FAQs for more information!
EMAIL YOUR QUERY TO: query@blueleafpub.com
Be sure to review this page and the FAQs before submitting!!
WE DO NOT WANT WORK THAT HAS BEEN (OR IS) AVAILABLE ON THE WEB
GENERAL GUIDELINES: All authors are asked to help promote their title. Please review our FAQs for more information. Submitting does not guarantee publication. BLP reserves the right to reject any submission without reason or notice. We prefer to work with authors who are over the age of 21 and located within the US but will consider authors from Australia, UK, and Canada. We will not respond to any query or submission where the author has not followed our posted guidelines.
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