Blue Swan Books is currently seeking out the talents of new authors who share in our vision of shaping young minds through the power of reading. If you're up to the challenge, send us your submission.

Guidelines:

We accept manuscripts from new and unagented authors in the categories of juvenile and young adult fiction, cultural themes, fantasy and poetry. Please do not send westerns, horror, suspense, sci-fi or non-fiction material. Also, pornographic or explicit material will not be accepted and will be discarded without review or exception.

Manuscripts should be typed and double-spaced on clean 8 1/2" x 11" paper. Submit query letter, brief bio, synopsis, and first three sample chapters only along with SASE (self-addressed stamped envelope). Submissions that do not include these elements will not be considered for publication. Please, do not send complete manuscripts unless requested. Do not send original work. Do not send graphic materials such as book illustrations or cover designs. Allow 6 - 8 weeks for response.

Publisher pays royalties of 5% - 12%. Negotiable terms. No advance.

**Special note: Protect your work from plagiarism. Copyright your work prior to submitting to us or any other publishing entity. For more information on obtaining a copyright, contact the Library of Congress, Copyright Division, Washington, D.C.