Author inquiry

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Use this inquiry template to ask about books and original-work submissions. Replace each bracketed field, then copy the finished letter into your email.

Describe the work accurately and briefly.
Include its format, genre, and approximate length.
Wait for submission instructions before attaching a manuscript.

Copy-and-paste applicant template

Subject: Author Submission Inquiry — [Book or Manuscript Title]

Hello The Hidden Quill Editorial Team,

My name is [Author Name], and I am writing to ask whether The Hidden Quill is currently accepting author and manuscript submissions.

I would like to submit my work, “[Title],” for consideration. It is a [novel, novella, poetry collection, short-story collection, or other format] in the [genre] category, with an approximate length of [word count] words.

Please let me know which materials you require, including any synopsis, sample chapters, author biography, publication history, or rights information. I would also appreciate details about your review process, expected response period, publishing terms, and whether unsolicited submissions are currently eligible.

Thank you for your time. I would be glad to provide additional information when requested.

Sincerely,

[Author Name]
[Pen Name, if applicable]
[Email Address]
[Website or Portfolio, if applicable]

An inquiry does not guarantee eligibility, review, representation, compensation, or publication. Final rights and publishing terms require separate written documentation.

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