We accept both fiction and non-fiction submissions.

To publish your book with us, you need to have a completed manuscript upon submission.

Guidelines:

For your manuscript submission. Please review the following guidelines carefully before submitting your work.

1. Manuscript Requirements

• Formatting:
  • Use a standard font such as Times New Roman, 12-point size.
  • Manuscripts should be double-spaced with 1-inch margins on all sides.
  • Include a header with the author’s last name, manuscript title, and page number.
• Title Page:
  • The title page should include the book’s title, author’s name (or pen name), and contact information.
• Chapters:
  • Each chapter should start on a new page and be clearly labeled (e.g., “Chapter 1”).
• File Format:
  • Submit manuscripts as .doc or .docx files.

2. What to Submit

• Synopsis:
  • Provide a 1-2 page synopsis that outlines the main plot points and conclusion of your book.
• Sample Chapters:
  • Submit the first three chapters or the first 50 pages of your manuscript.

3. Submission Process

• Email Submissions:
  • Send your submission to hello@thirdwheelpublishing.com with the subject line “Submission: [Your Book Title]”.
• Online Form:
  • Alternatively, you can use our online submission form [link to form] to submit your materials.
• Attachments:
  • Attach your synopsis and sample chapters as separate documents.

4. Genres We Accept

• We are currently accepting submissions in the following genres:
  • Fiction: Literary, Mystery, Thriller, Romance, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Historical
  • Non-Fiction: Memoir, Biography, Self-Help, True Crime, Business, History
• Please do not submit manuscripts outside of these genres.

5. Review Process

• Acknowledgment:
  • You will receive an email acknowledgment upon receipt of your submission.
• Review Time:
  • Our review process typically takes 6-8 weeks. We appreciate your patience during this time.
• Follow-Up:
  • If you have not heard from us after 8 weeks, feel free to send a follow-up email.

6. Tips for a Successful Submission

• Editing:
  • Ensure your manuscript is thoroughly edited and proofread before submission.
• Presentation:
  • A well-organized and professionally presented submission increases your chances of being considered.

7. Legal and Ethical Considerations

• Original Work:
  • Submissions must be the author’s original work and not previously published.
• Permissions:
  • Ensure you have obtained permissions for any third-party content included in your manuscript.
• Copyright:
  • The author retains copyright of the submitted work until a publishing agreement is signed.