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Mystic Publishers, Inc. Submission Guidelines and Templates

At Mystic Publishers, Inc., we are always looking for fresh voices and compelling stories. If you seek traditional publication, we invite you to submit your manuscript to one of our specialized imprints listed below. Please read and follow all guidelines to ensure your work is properly reviewed.

Our Imprints

  • Ink & Quill Publishing – Specializes in general fiction, including mystery, romance, westerns, and non-fiction.
  • NewLink Publishers – Dedicated to science fiction, paranormal, thrillers, and horror.
  • Tremplins – Our newest imprint, exclusively for middle-grade fiction.
    (Note: We do not accept children’s picture books in this division.)
  • Vision Novels – Self-publishing support services (for authors seeking assisted or hybrid publishing).

Manuscript Formatting Requirements

All manuscript submissions must meet the following formatting standards:

  • Page Size: 8.5 x 11 inches
  • Margins: 1-inch on all sides
  • Font: 12-point Courier New (preferred)
  • Spacing: Double-spaced, left justified
  • Paragraph Indents: Use tab key only (no spaces or auto-formatting)
  • Headers on Every Page:
    • Book title
    • Author’s name
    • Page number

Submissions not meeting these standards will be returned unread.

Required Submission Materials

  1. First Three Chapters – Include the first three chapters of your manuscript for evaluation.
  2. One-Page Synopsis – Include a brief summary outlining:
    • The main character’s dilemma
    • Key obstacles in the plot
    • Projected ending or resolution

Incomplete submissions will not be reviewed.

Contact Information (Include on Title Page)

  • Full legal name (and pen name, if applicable)
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Email address
  • Imprint you are submitting to

Submissions missing this information will be returned.

Submission Process

Electronic Submissions

  • Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) attachment only
  • Subject Line Format:
    Submission, [Imprint Name], [Title of Manuscript]
  • Email to:
    info@mysticpublishersinc.com

Hard-Copy Submissions

Mail to:
Mystic Publishers, Inc.
614 Mosswood Dr
Henderson, NV 89002

Submission Confirmation and Follow-Up

You will receive a confirmation email once your submission is received. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please follow up.

If you do not receive a decision within six (6) months, you may send a follow-up inquiry to check the status.

Thank You for Submitting

We appreciate your time, passion, and creativity. At Mystic Publishers, Inc., we value every submission and look forward to discovering stories that inspire, entertain, and move readers.

Email Templates

Submission Email Template

Subject: Submission, Ink & Quill Publishing, The Silent Garden

Body:
Dear Mystic Publishers Team,

I am submitting my manuscript titled The Silent Garden for consideration under your Ink & Quill Publishing imprint. Please find the required materials attached, including:

  • The first three chapters
  • A one-page synopsis
  • My contact information (on the title page)

Full Name: Jane Doe
Pen Name: J.L. Rivers
Phone: (123) 456-7890
Address: 123 Main Street, City, State, ZIP
Email: janedoe@email.com

Thank you for considering my work. I look forward to hearing from you.

Best regards,
Jane Doe

Follow-Up Inquiry Email Template

Subject: Follow-Up Inquiry, Ink & Quill Publishing, The Silent Garden

Body:
Dear Mystic Publishers Team,

I hope this message finds you well. I am following up on my manuscript titled The Silent Garden, submitted on January 10, 2025, to Ink & Quill Publishing.

Could you kindly update me on the status of my submission? I appreciate your time and look forward to your response.

Best regards,
Jane Doe
janedoe@email.com
(123) 456-7890

 

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