The Ahsun Literary Agency
Submissions
We welcome book proposals from both new and established writers to refine proposals that meet publisher standards and get read.
Use the guidelines below to prepare your submission. Include a query letter, a one page synopsis for fiction with spoilers, and the first three chapters or the first 50 pages in one document. For non fiction include a proposal with an overview, target audience, chapter outline, and two sample chapters. Then submit using the form below.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Please submit your proposal using the form below. Alternatively, if you prefer, you can email it using the button beneath the form.
EMAIL GUIDELINES
• Put your name and the title of your manuscript in the email subject line
• The manuscript and synopsis should be in Word format and double spaced
• Write a covering letter that introduces you and your book proposal
Submissions for Non- Fiction
Non-Fiction titles are often sold on the proposal, so your book does not have to be complete.
• Please write a short pitch (no more than a couple of sentences) about your book
• Attach a short synopsis (no more than 300 words) and the first 30 pages of your manuscript
• Provide a profile about yourself and your expertise around the subject matter of your book
• Provide media links, links to workshops and your platform
• Information about competing titles and where your book will sit in the market
• Chapter breakdown, with brief details about each chapter.
Submissions for Fiction
• In the body of your email, write an ‘elevator pitch’ about your book, this may be in the form of a blurb
• A one-page synopsis that tells the story rather than pitch’s it
• The first 3 chapters of your manuscript or up to the first 10,000 words.