Submit Your Manuscript
We partner with authors writing highly meaningful nonfiction rooted in life experience and humanity. If you have an impactful idea, a fearless voice and a commitment to depth, we encourage you to submit your work!
A strong submission demonstrates clarity of thought and direction, even if the manuscript isn't yet complete.
What We're Looking For
Sibra House publishes nonfiction that is:
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Grounded in lived experience, distinct perspectives and/or professional expertise
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Deeply fearless, vulnerable and transparent
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Crafted with purpose and designed for impact
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Charged with the potential to create transformation for reader
We're particularly interested in:
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Personal development
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Memoir with clear and transformative messaging
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Work that solves a real problem or explores a meaningful theme
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Original frameworks, methodologies and systems
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Experience-driven narratives
Ideal tone:
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Clear and intentional
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Engaging but grounded
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Authoritative without being grandiose or arrogant
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Accessible without being overly simplistic
Depth:
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Well-developed ideas
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Structured thinking
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Substance over speed, volume or perfection
What We May Consider
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Fiction works that relentlessly explore the human experience and its related themes (no epic fantasy)
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Poetry with themes of transformation or change, emotions, trauma recovery, introspection, existentialism or other aspects of being human
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Surrealism and works that blur traditional publishing rules
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Workbooks, interactive journals or low-content books designed to create transformation or self-empowerment
What We Don't Publish
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Most fiction genres
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Early-stage ideas without an already-started manuscript
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Manuscripts without a clear purpose or target audience
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Projects needing only basic print or upload services
We focus on depth, intricate development and long-term value for readers.
Our Ideal Author
You may be a strong fit if you:
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Have a clear message or central idea
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Are committed to honing your craft, digging deep and developing your work to a high standard
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Are open to editorial collaboration and refinement
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See your book as more than a one-time project
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Seek to create meaningful impact through your work
We work with both first-time and experienced authors, provided the foundation is strong and our intentions align.
Submission Guidelines
We accept standard manuscript proposals, which should include at minimum:
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Overview/manuscript summary
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Market analysis
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Promotional plan and platform(s)
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Competitive analysis
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Chapter summaries
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Sample chapters totaling 5,000-8,000 words
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Author bio/about the author
For submitting fiction that you believe fits what we're looking for, please provide:
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First 50 pages of manuscript
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Start-to-finish synopsis of no more than 1,000 words
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Query letter that includes why you believe your manuscript aligns with Sibra House's mission and values
Response Times
We make it a priority to respond to every submission individually.
Submissions are reviewed within 1-2 weeks. If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks, please feel free to send us a nudge.