Welcome to Books By Jeffery – Where Every Story Deserves a Voice
We proudly accept manuscripts and creative works across all genres. Whether you're a first-time writer or a seasoned storyteller, our mission is to help you bring your words to life and share them with the world.
Submission Guidelines — Books by Jeffery Press
What We Accept
At Books By Jeffery, we celebrate creativity in every form. We welcome submissions in the following categories (and beyond):
Fiction: Mystery, Romance, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Thriller, Historical, Horror, Action, Adventure, Westerns, Young Adult (YA), LGBTQ+, and more
Non-Fiction: Memoir, Biography, Self-Help, Motivational, How-To Guides, Spirituality, True Crime, History, Essays
Poetry & Anthologies
Children's Books & Illustrated Stories
Graphic Novels & Visual Storytelling
Scripts and Screenplays (for adaptation or print)
If you don’t see your genre listed – submit anyway! We support all voices.
How to Submit Your Work
Step 1: Prepare Your Manuscript
Format: .doc, .docx, or .pdf
Include a brief synopsis (1-2 paragraphs)
Optional: Cover letter or author bio (under 500 words)
Step 2: Send Your Submission
Email your materials to:
📩 submissions@booksbyjeffery.com
Subject line: Submission – [Your Genre] – [Your Name]
We will confirm receipt and respond within 14–21 business days.
📌 Important Notes
We currently do not accept hate speech, discriminatory content, or plagiarism.
You retain full rights to your submitted work unless a contract is signed.
We welcome simultaneous submissions – just let us know in your message.
We’re author-focused – your voice stays your own.
100% transparency in pricing and royalties.
Personalized feedback, not generic rejections.
Passionate team of creatives, not corporate gatekeepers.
You keep full creative rights and final approval.
Let’s Tell Your Story Together
Have questions before you submit? Want a custom quote for a package?
Reach out to our publishing team directly:
📩 submissions@booksbyjeffery.com
Why Publish With Us?
📦 Self-Publishing Service Packages — Books by Jeffery Press
& are Negotiable
We want all Authors to be herd.
✏️ Starter Package
- 1-hour publishing consultation
- Ebook & print formatting (1 manuscript, up to 50k words)
- Guidance on setting up Amazon KDP or Draft2Digital
- Cover layout template setup (client provides artwork)
- ISBN registration Help
- Custom book formatting (Print & eBook &)
- Simple cover design
- Upload support for Amazon, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, Lulu, and more
$199
📢 Add-On Services
- Professional editing (per word or flat rate)
- Author website setup
- Book trailer (animated or video-based)
- Custom illustrations or interior art
- Audiobook production (quote available upon request)
- Press release writing & media outreach
- ISBN assignment if you’re self-distributing
📘 Author Launch Package
Everything in the Starter Package, PLUS:
- Custom cover design (through our design partner)
- ISBN assignment & copyright guidance
- Metadata optimization (title, description, categories)
- Book launch checklist
- Professional editing (line + copyediting)
- Custom cover illustration or photography
- Full marketing kit (blurb, keywords, metadata)
- Social media promotion + author spotlight
$399
📢 Add-On Services
- Professional editing (per word or flat rate)
- Author website setup
- Book trailer (animated or video-based)
- Custom illustrations or interior art
- Audiobook production (quote available upon request)
- Press release writing & media outreach
- ISBN assignment if you’re self-distributing
🚀 Full-Service Publishing
Everything in the Starter Package, PLUS:
- Full editing & proofreading (pricing varies)
- Cover design & interior formatting
- KDP + IngramSpark setup
- Marketing guidance (social media, web, YouTube tie-in)
- Author bio & Amazon Author Central setup
- Dedicated publishing support until launch
$599+
📢 Add-On Services
- Professional editing (per word or flat rate)
- Author website setup
- Book trailer (animated or video-based)
- Custom illustrations or interior art
- Audiobook production (quote available upon request)
- Press release writing & media outreach
- ISBN assignment if you’re self-distributing