Please check the submission guidelines with your targeted publisher before submitting your work.  Below are a few generic rules for manuscript submissions.

• Use the correct sized white or plain envelope for your submission.  If your work is too big to fit in an envelope, use the correct sized first class mailer box.

• Use high quality, plain white, 20lb bond paper.

• Your work should be double spaced with a one inch margin frame.  This provides space for the editor to make notes.  Use clear, laser jet, black print and a standard 12 size font.

• Most publishers will not considered work that has already been published.  If you have posted your work on your website that is also considered published material.  Please submit only unpublished work!

• Send only one story at a time.  If you are working on a series you can mention that in your cover letter.  Worry about the other stories later.

• Tell the editor if you have any credentials or experience relating to the work you are submitting.  For example, if your book is about diet and nutrition and you’re working as a dietitian in a hospital, the editor might find that useful information. 

• Include a self addressed stamped envelope if you want the work returned.  Be sure to use the right amount of postage.