Submitting Your Manuscript

Poetry
Original poetry collections exploring diverse themes and creative expressions.
Suggested length: 25–80 pages.

Novels & Novellas
Literary fiction, historical fiction, romance, contemporary fiction, and other imaginative works.
Novellas: 15,000–40,000 words | Novels: 40,000–100,000 words.

Short Stories
Individual stories and collections reflecting human experiences, culture, and imagination.
Suggested length: 1,500–7,500 words per story.

Nonfiction
Memoirs, biographies, history, cultural studies, academic works, essays, and personal narratives.
Essays: 1,000–3,000 words. Longer manuscripts welcome.

Children's Books & Young Readers
Original, engaging stories that inspire imagination, learning, and cultural awareness. Picture books, illustrated stories, and literature for young readers are welcome.
Picture books (ages 3–7): 300–1,000 words.

We welcome Sierra Leonean writers living locally or abroad, including first-time and previously published authors.

Manuscripts should be original and primarily in English, although works incorporating Krio and other Sierra Leonean languages are welcome.

Email your manuscript to infosipc002@gmail.com

Subject: SIPC Books Submission – Genre – Author's Full Name

Please include:

• Your full name and location.
• Manuscript title, genre, and word count.
• A short author biography (up to 150 words).
• A synopsis or book description (150–300 words).
• A brief statement explaining your interest in publishing with SIPC Books.
• Previous publication history, if applicable.

For children's books, include the intended age group and illustration details.

Submit your manuscript in Microsoft Word (preferred) or PDF format, using Times New Roman, 12-point font, numbered pages, and double spacing for prose. Poetry should retain its intended formatting.

Manuscripts should be complete and reasonably proofread.

Submissions undergo editorial screening and manuscript assessment. Selected authors receive a publishing agreement outlining editorial services, publishing rights, financial arrangements, and responsibilities.

Our services may include editing, proofreading, cover design, interior formatting, publication, distribution, and marketing support.

We aim to acknowledge submissions within 10 working days.

SIPC Books values originality, strong storytelling, cultural authenticity, and distinctive literary voices.

Authors retain ownership of their original works. Publishing rights and financial terms are established through written agreements.

Authors must disclose previously published material and substantial use of generative AI in submitted manuscripts or illustrations.

Submission does not guarantee publication.

Your Story Deserves to Be Heard.

Join SIPC Books in celebrating Sierra Leonean storytelling and bringing meaningful literary works to readers around the world.

Submit to: infosipc002@gmail.com