Frequently Asked Questions
Please use our official digital submission form on the 'Submit Manuscript' page. We require a query letter, a clear synopsis, and your full manuscript. We accept digital submissions in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format.
Unlike traditional agencies, we don't just say 'no'. If your work doesn't fit our current publishing fund, we offer professional guidance to help you self-publish. We manage the technicalities, distribution, and branding, ensuring your book still reaches a global audience with a professional finish.
You are welcome to submit as many manuscripts as you like. However, we conduct a strict quality assessment for each project. Our goal is to ensure every book is fully ready for (self-)publication. By maintaining these high standards, we protect our reputation and, more importantly, prevent you from receiving negative reviews on global platforms due to technical or editorial flaws.
Our editors strive to review every submission carefully. You can typically expect a response within 4 to 8 weeks. We evaluate both the literary quality and the potential for international success.
Yes! We represent authors worldwide. Unique to First House Publishing is our translation department; we can translate your manuscript into over 20 languages to ensure your story finds its home in every corner of the world.
At First House Publishing, we do not work on a commission basis. Instead, we request a modest, highly reduced contribution for each specific part of the publishing process you choose. This transparent model allows you to keep 100% of your future royalties while receiving professional support at a fraction of the market cost.
Absolutely. We manage everything from E-books to high-quality Hardcovers and Paperbacks. Through our distribution network, your book will be available in almost every major bookstore and online platform globally.
On average, our streamlined professional process takes two to three months. This timeframe includes final quality checks, cover finalization, and distribution to global retail platforms, ensuring your book receives a high-quality launch.
Sales figures vary and depend heavily on the publishing path you choose. While we ensure your book is available globally, success is a partnership. Auteurs who opt for our full marketing, translation, and professional branding services typically see higher visibility. We provide the professional foundation and distribution, but the ultimate reach is a combination of the book's appeal and the promotional trajectory we follow together.
We provide a true A-to-Z service. This includes professional editing, bespoke cover design, marketing and promotion, and even building your professional author website through our dedicated IT department. Our goal is for the author to focus only on writing and receiving royalties.