Thank you for considering Shepherd Court Publishing for your manuscript. We accept submissions across a wide range of genres and are committed to helping authors bring their vision to life.
We publish fiction and non-fiction works across various genres, including:
After receiving your submission, our editorial team will review your manuscript and determine if it's a good fit for our publishing program. This initial review typically takes 3-5 business days, after which you'll receive a response from our acquisitions team.
Note: Due to the high volume of submissions we receive, we may not be able to provide detailed feedback on every manuscript. If your manuscript is not selected, it doesn't necessarily reflect on its quality or merit.
What happens after you submit your manuscript
Our editorial team conducts an initial review of your manuscript to assess its fit with our publishing program (3-5 business days).
If your submission passes the initial review, it undergoes a more thorough evaluation by our acquisitions editors (2-3 weeks).
Based on the evaluation, we'll either offer a publishing agreement or provide feedback on why we cannot proceed at this time.
If accepted, we'll work with you to develop a publishing plan, sign a contract, and begin the editing and production process.
Common questions about our submission process
For fiction, we require a complete manuscript. For non-fiction, we accept detailed proposals with sample chapters that demonstrate your writing style and the book's content.
No, there is no fee to submit your manuscript for consideration. We only charge fees for our publishing services if we decide to move forward with your project and you choose to work with us.
The initial review typically takes 3-5 business days. If your manuscript proceeds to the comprehensive evaluation stage, that process usually takes 2-3 weeks. We strive to provide timely responses to all submissions.
Yes, absolutely. Every publisher has different criteria and preferences. We evaluate each manuscript on its own merits, regardless of its submission history with other publishers.
If you need to make significant changes to your manuscript after submission, please email us at submissions@shepherdcourt.com with your name and manuscript title. We can then update your submission or discuss the best path forward.