Saphly

Submissions

We're actively seeking LGBTQ+ stories that deserve to be told. Whether you're a first-time author or a seasoned writer, we want to hear from you.

Our traditional publishing contract covers the entire process from start to finish, requiring no upfront fees or costs. We focus on what matters most—collaboration, author-friendly terms, and a welcoming community of authors and readers to make your publishing journey both rewarding and enjoyable.

Professional
Editing

Copy editing and comprehensive proofreading to make your story shine.

Design
Services

Cover design and interior formatting for all formats.

Marketing &
Promotion

Strategic marketing support to help your book reach its target audience.

Public
Relations

Media outreach, press releases, and interviews to boost visibility and credibility.

Submission Process

1

Submission

You format your manuscript according to our guidelines and submit it through the submission form.

2

Review

Our team carefully reviews your work to see if it aligns with our mission and standards. Typically takes 4 to 6 weeks.

3

Meeting

If your manuscript is a good fit, we reach out to discuss the next steps.

4

Collaboration

We go over collaboration details and contract terms, ensuring that we are excited about working together.

Questions? Visit the FAQ or contact us.

Requirements

Word count: 20,000 – 120,000 (ideally, 50,000 – 90,000)
Content focus: Sapphic and/or LGBTQ+ romance
Language: English
Status: Complete manuscripts only

Formatting

Font: 12pt Times New Roman or similar serif font
Typography: “Smart” quotation marks and apostrophes instead of "straight"
Scene breaks: One blank line, three centered asterisks (***), followed by a blank line
File format: .docx

Information

We prioritize authentic queer stories by queer authors and reject content that misrepresents, fetishizes, or harms the community.
We do not accept AI-generated or significantly AI-assisted works.
Fanfiction or derivative works utilizing copyrighted characters, settings, or worlds are not eligible, except in cases where the material has been fully rewritten to create an original, standalone work.
Submissions must be original works not currently under any contract. However, we will consider previously published titles, provided that you fully hold the rights and can remove the work from sale or public access if necessary. If your story has appeared on platforms like Wattpad, Inkitt, or been previously published in any form, please include relevant details (such as current rights status, publication date, platform, or publisher) as additional information in your submission.
We'll contact you regardless of our decision. No ghosting here.

Submit Your Manuscript

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.docx files only, max 4MB

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Submissions are treated as confidential and will not be shared or distributed externally.

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With Us

For questions, business inquiries, or just to say hello, reach out through our Discord community or use the form to email us directly. We aim to reply within 24 hours on business days.

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