How to Submit Your Work
Submission Guidelines – Uncover the Next Gripping Spy Thriller or Riveting Law Autobiography
Welcome to [Your Publishing House Name], the leading independent publisher of spine-tingling spy thrillers and compelling law autobiographies. We’re on the lookout for fresh, bold, and unputdownable manuscripts that keep readers on the edge of their seats – tales woven with intrigue, intelligence, and unforgettable characters.
Are you ready to become the next literary sensation? Here’s how to submit your work and make it impossible for us to say no.
1. What We’re Looking For:
Spy Thrillers
Smart, sophisticated, and suspenseful. We want stories that delve into the shadowy world of espionage, covert operations, and high-stakes deception. Think complex plots, morally ambiguous characters, and explosive twists.
Law Autobiographies
Real-life legal sagas that grip the reader with raw emotion and unfiltered truth. We’re after life stories of those who’ve been on the frontlines of justice – barristers, solicitors, judges, whistleblowers, and legal mavericks.
2. Before You Submit:
Manuscript Length:
Spy Thrillers: 80,000 to 120,000 words.
Law Autobiographies: 60,000 to 100,000 words.
Format: Double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman or Arial. Word document (.docx) or PDF only. Pages numbered, with the author’s name and manuscript title in the header.
Synopsis: 1 to 2 pages summarising the entire manuscript – give us the essence without giving away every twist.
Author Bio: Keep it to one page. Highlight your expertise, writing experience, and any accolades.
3. Submission Package:
Cover Letter: Addressed to the Acquisitions Editor. Briefly introduce yourself, your manuscript, and why it’s a perfect fit for our list.
First Three Chapters: Attach the first three chapters or the first 50 pages of your manuscript – whichever comes first.
Optional: If you have an established platform or prior publications, include a one-page marketing overview.
4. How to Submit:
Email your complete submission package to [email protected]
Subject Line: Submission – [Genre] – [Manuscript Title] – [Your Name]
5. What Happens Next:
Initial Review: If your submission sparks our interest, we’ll request the full manuscript.
Response Time: We aim to respond to all submissions within 6-8 weeks.
Feedback: If we pass on your manuscript, we may provide brief constructive feedback.
6. Key Tips for Captivating Our Editors:
Gripping Opening: Hook us from the very first line.
Plausible Pacing: Keep the tension tight but believable.
Dynamic Characters: Make us root for them or dread them – just make us feel.
Research and Authenticity: In espionage, details matter. Make every twist credible.
7. Legal and Ethical Considerations:
AI Content Screening: We conduct rigorous scanning for AI-generated content and only accept genuine, original works.
Original Work Only: Ensure your manuscript is unpublished and not under consideration elsewhere.
Confidentiality: If your work contains sensitive or classified content, clearly indicate it in the cover letter.
Your Story. Our Platform.
Submit Your Manuscript and Shape the Narrative.
TESTIMONIALS
What our Authors Say
Writing a spy thriller comes with its fair share of challenges, especially when dealing with sensitive material governed by the Official Secrets Act. Coinkydink Publishing handled my manuscript with the utmost discretion, respecting the boundaries set by my previous work in intelligence while ensuring the tension and intrigue remained razor-sharp. Their editorial insight was spot on, steering the narrative expertly without crossing any legal lines. If you’re an author with a story steeped in secrecy, Coinkydink is a publisher you can trust to strike the perfect balance between authenticity and responsibility.
David Bickford
My life story spans nearly a century of American history – a lifetime marked by triumphs, trials, and the relentless pursuit of justice. Coinkydink Publishing was the perfect partner to bring that narrative to life. They didn’t just see the legal battles or the public victories – they saw the person behind the story. Their editorial team handled every chapter with such care and sensitivity, preserving the authenticity of my experiences while elevating the narrative to its fullest impact. Coinkydink didn’t just publish my memoir – they brought my legacy to life.