FAQ

Q: I’ve written the first few chapters of a book. Can I send this to you now, before I’ve written the rest?

A: Unfortunately, we accept only complete, book-length submissions.

Q: What genres are you looking for?

A: We are very flexible! We aim to be a general trade publisher, producing books for the general public – basically anything you might find in a regular bookshop. However, we have a special interest in speculative and literary fiction, creative nonfiction, romance, crime, and memoir. If you’re tossing up whether or not to send us your manuscript, just do it!

Q: Do I have to be a previously published author to submit a manuscript?

A: Absolutely not! At Elephant Page, we want to uplift new voices. Whether it’s your first time writing a book, or you’ve done it many times before, our main focus is going to be on your work.

Q: What sort of royalties could I expect to receive if I was published by Elephant Page?

A: Elephant Page follows a traditional publishing model that assesses each manuscript and carefully calculates the associated profit and loss. Author royalties are dependent on the book, but we offer a royalty rate that is competitive with the Australian publishing industry standard.

Q: Will you help me with the promotion of my book if I get published by you?

A: Of course! Elephant Page actively supports our authors with the promotion of their books in every possible way!

Q: What happens after I submit a manuscript? How long will it take for a response?

A: We are working very hard to review submissions in a timely manner, but please bear in mind that we are a small team. You will likely need to wait a few weeks or even months before hearing back regarding your submission. However, if you have any special enquiries, feel free to reach out to us at elephantpagesubmissions@gmail.com.

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