Submissions
At Underwood & Lyle, we’re always looking for voices that linger—stories that stretch across genres and genres that stretch across the heart. If you believe your work belongs on our shelf, we’d love to hear from you.
What We're Looking For
- Underwood Select: Literary fiction, cultural nonfiction, and narrative essays
- Lyle Ink: Romance and relationship-driven stories
- Threaded Mosaic: Faith-based, spiritually resonant works
- Ash & Anthem: YA and crossover fiction with bold emotional themes
- Settled Earth: Practical nonfiction in parenting, gardening, or sustainability
- Seed & Star: Early reader and chapter books for children
- The House Shelf: Productivity, emotional wellness, and modern life
What to Include in Your Submission
A short author bio
A brief pitch (1–3 paragraphs)
First 3 chapters (or 10–15 sample pages)
Genre and estimated word count
Indicate which imprint your project aligns with
Submission Format
Submit via [email protected] or use the form below. Please attach files as PDFs or DOCX.
Submit via [email protected] or use the form below. Please attach files as PDFs or DOCX.
Response Timeline & Submission Policies
Response Time:
- We aim to respond to all submissions within 8–12 weeks. If you haven’t heard from us after that window, feel free to follow up.
Simultaneous Submissions:
- We accept simultaneous submissions. However, if your work is accepted elsewhere, we kindly ask that you notify us promptly.
Original Work Only:
- We do not accept AI-generated submissions. All work submitted must be original, human-created content.
Legal Notice
By submitting your work, you confirm that it is your original creation and that you hold the rights to submit it. Submission does not constitute a contract or guarantee of publication. Underwood & Lyle reserves the right to accept or decline submissions at our discretion.
We will never share or publish your submission without your express written agreement. Your submission will only be reviewed internally and will not be returned.
