Submissions

Caliber Press accepts rolling submissions year-round.

We publish bold, thoughtful, and well-crafted work across genres. We are open to fiction, memoir, non-fiction, poetry, children’s books, speculative works, horror, romance, sci-fi/fantasy, essay collections, and other innovative or cross-genre projects.

We seek writing that is compelling, intentional, and artfully executed — work that leaves a lasting impression and contributes meaningfully to the literary landscape. We welcome submissions from writers of all backgrounds and perspectives.

Please read the following guidelines carefully before submitting your work.

Submission Guidelines:

COVER LETTER

All submissions must include a cover letter (no longer than one page) that includes:

  • Your name, bio, and contact information

  • The title and genre of the work you are submitting

  • A brief (one paragraph) description of the manuscript

  • Estimated word count (for full manuscripts)

  • A short statement about why you believe this project is a good fit for Caliber Press

WRITING SAMPLE

Please include:

  • Fiction, memoir, or non-fiction: 10–20 pages

  • Poetry: 5–10 poems

  • Children’s books: Complete manuscript (if under 1,500 words) or the full text of the book

  • Graphic or illustrated works: Writing sample plus a brief description of visual direction

FORMAT

  • Submit your cover letter and writing sample in one document (.pdf, .docx, or .doc format)

  • Use 12-point Times New Roman or a standard, readable serif font

  • Double-spaced (except poetry)

HOW TO SUBMIT

Email submissions to:

caliberpress@gmail.com

Please include “SUBMISSION – [Your Book Title]” in the subject line.

Important Notes

  • Simultaneous submissions are permitted. Please notify us immediately if your work is accepted elsewhere.

  • Incomplete submissions or those not following the guidelines may not be considered.

  • By submitting your work, you confirm that the material is your original work and not plagiarized or generated in violation of copyright.

  • Response times vary. Please allow up to 8–12 weeks for a response.

Caliber Press is committed to publishing work that demonstrates craft, depth, originality, and voice. We are especially interested in writers who are building long-term creative careers and who approach publishing as both an art and a profession.

We look forward to reading your work.

Read the FAQ in the footer for answers to more common publishing questions.