YOUR PUBLISHING JOURNEY

BEGINS HERE. . .

Size matters!
​We like to think of ourselves as a "micro" publishing service.  
​We  publish four to six  books per year so we can work one-on-one with you.   

*While we accept unsolicited manuscripts in all categories, we do not accept any content deemed to be objectionable by our editors. Material that is deemed to be pornographic, libellous, extremely violent/contains gratuitous violence, or supports conspiracy theories will be not be accepted. ​
​If you would like us to publish your work, please email the following to info@silverdogpublishing.com
  1. Title
  2. Total WORD count (NOT page count)
  3. Synopsis
  4. Whether the book will include images (b/w or colour)
  5. You name and a short bio and publishing history, if any
  6. A brief paragraph telling us why you wrote this book
  7. Attach any 1000 word section that constitutes a representative sample of your manuscript that highlights form, style and content. (Word, Pages, Plain Text, PDF all acceptable)

​​We'll let you know if your manuscript is a good fit for Silverdog Publishers. If so, we'll provide you with a free sample edit of the 1000 words you sent us, suggestions as to your next steps, and a preliminary quote.  Keep in mind that almost all accepted manuscripts require some level of editorial service.

Things to know:

  • ​Did you know most traditional publishing houses require you to use a literary agent to submit your manuscript for you, and that if your work is accepted, it often takes years before it is published? We offer a great alternative to that. 
  • With our help, publishing your book is easier than you think..
  • We offer all the services you need ensure your manuscript is edited, polished, and professionally published. 
  • We keep it local.  Our books are printed on the island. 
  • We're able to provide feedback in all genres, including non-fiction. We try to your 1000 word sample edit back to you within two weeks of receiving it.
  • Part of publishing a book is creating the cover.  Our experienced in-house designer is an award winning artist.  With your input, she'll design a great cover for you.
  • Depending on which editing services you need/choose, we will give you an approximate target date for the return of your edited manuscript.  
  • Once your manuscript has been edited and polished, it's time  to format it.  Costs for formatting your book depend on complexity - number of words,  images, and any other considerations, however,  between $200 -  $400 for a 50,000 word manuscript  is about average for a book with no images.  Naturally, price for formatting will increase with the addition of images.  Once we've finished formatting your book, you'll be sent a digital copy for your approval.
  • Your book is then sent to the printers and it's usually  three - four weeks before your book order is ready.
THE FINE PRINT
*Our publishing service is not free.  Very few things in life are. However, we do not upsell services and our rates are extremely competitive. We have very little overhead, work from home, and use a press right here on the island, so shipping costs are minimal if you are on the island, too.  Remember, we are also writers.  We are here to offer  a friendly alternative to the "big guys" - and save you some money in the process.
*Proof reading: You are not obliged to make use of our editing services in order for us to publish your book.  However, in order to maintain the high standards of Silverdog Publishing, a final, careful scrutiny of your manuscript by us is required before printing.  See our editing page for proofreading rates. 
​***Contract: If you decide to have your book published by Silverdog you will be required to sign a contract.