Question 1

Do you have chapbook fees?

Accepted Answer

The plan is to acquire as many chapbooks as possible, so all money gained during this submission window will go towards acquiring titles, meaning the more money we make, the more books we can acquire. We believe providing an equitable pay structure based on circumstance is important so that everyone can have the chance to submit, which is why we have five different payment options: $5, $8, $10, $15, and $20.

*We have limited fee waivers available for Black and Indigenous writers who are queer and/or trans. If you belong to this group, please send a fee waiver request to diamond@abodepress.com, no questions asked.*

Question 2

Do you solicit manuscripts? What are my chances of being accepted?

Accepted Answer

Abode Press is unique in the fact that we do not solicit manuscripts because we believe it is important to give everyone an equal chance to be selected for publication. Each team is composed of over 8 readers to ensure that we select the manuscripts that best reflect our mission and values.

Question 3

How many chapbooks do you plan to acquire each reading period?

Accepted Answer

While this answer fully depends on how much money we raise from donations and chapbook fees, we are aiming to accept 1 to 3 books per section, equaling 3 to 9 chapbooks per reading period.

Question 4

Are there hidden fees? Will I have to pay out of pocket for anything involving my book?

Accepted Answer

Aside from paying the chapbook reading fee, which we have made sure is accessible to all, there is nothing else you will need to pay for should your chapbook be acquired. There are no hidden fees. The Press pays for the books and we handle shipping and distribution in house as well as all marketing and advertising.

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