Submission Guidelines
Everything you need to know before submitting your manuscript — from preparation to publication.
What We Accept
- Non-fiction books (technology, blockchain, AI, business, Web3)
- Technical guides and developer-oriented books
- Thought leadership and entrepreneurship
- Educational and instructional books
- Research-based books and white papers
- Niche non-fiction with a defined audience
What We Don't Accept
- Unsolicited full manuscripts (query first)
- Fiction, poetry, or children's books at this time
- Books requiring significant ghostwriting without prior discussion
- Content that does not align with our technology focus
The Submission Process
Prepare Your Manuscript
Your manuscript should be complete (or near complete) and formatted in a standard word processor file (.docx or .pdf). Include a brief synopsis of 150–300 words and a short author bio.
- Minimum 20,000 words for non-fiction; 40,000 for fiction
- Use 12pt Times New Roman or similar readable font
- Double-spaced with 1-inch margins
- Number all pages
Submit Your Query
Send your query package to contact@ansellpublishing.com with the subject line 'Manuscript Submission – [Your Title]'. Attach your synopsis and the first three chapters (or first 50 pages).
- Subject line: 'Manuscript Submission – [Book Title]'
- Include word count and genre/category
- Mention any relevant credentials or platform
- Attach first 3 chapters or 50 pages max
Initial Review (2–4 Weeks)
Our editorial team reviews every submission. You'll receive an acknowledgement within 5 business days. A full response — whether a pass or a request for the full manuscript — is sent within 2–4 weeks.
- You'll receive an acknowledgement within 5 business days
- We read every submission personally
- No simultaneous submissions to Ansell Publishing
- One submission per author at a time
Editorial Consultation
If we're interested in your project, we'll schedule a consultation call to discuss your vision, target audience, publishing timeline, and how Ansell Publishing can best support your goals.
- 30–60 minute discovery call
- Discuss your goals and audience
- Review manuscript strengths and opportunities
- Outline publishing pathway and timeline
Agreement & Onboarding
If both parties agree to move forward, we'll finalize a publishing services agreement outlining scope, timeline, deliverables, and fees. You retain full ownership of your work throughout.
- You retain all rights and ownership
- Clear scope of services and deliverables
- Transparent fee structure — no hidden costs
- Onboarding call to begin the project
Publishing & Launch
Your book enters our publishing pipeline: editing, formatting, cover preparation, ISBN registration, and platform setup. We guide you through every stage until your book is live.
- Professional formatting for print and digital
- ISBN registration and Amazon KDP setup
- Metadata optimization for discoverability
- Launch guidance and press support available
Ready to Submit?
Send your query to contact@ansellpublishing.com — or use our contact form and select "Author Opportunities."