Submissions
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What We Publish
We welcome:
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Fiction that connects readers to the people and world around them, and to new understanding
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Reflective nonfiction (memoir, essays, spirituality, creative nonfiction)
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Children’s books and intergenerational stories of meaning and imagination
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Works of beauty and truth that invite exploration, curiosity, and goodness
We do not publish: horror, erotica, or projects outside our mission.
How to Submit
Please send the following in a single PDF or Word file to:
submissions@callingtreepress.com
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Cover Letter (1 page)
Introduce yourself and your project. Tell us why it belongs at The Calling Tree Press.
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Project Summary (1–2 pages)
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What is your book about?
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Who is it for?
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What connections, “aha” moments, or changes do you hope to spark?
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Sample
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Fiction and Nonfiction: 1–2 chapters
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Children’s: full manuscript (if under 1,500 words)
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Illustrated: link to portfolio or sample images
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Author Bio (1–2 paragraphs)
Share your background, publishing experience (if any), and vision for your work.
Our Process
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We accept submissions year-round.
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Expect a response in 8–12 weeks.
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After review, we will reach out with comments, next steps, and potential publishing models (traditional or hybrid partnership).
Publishing Models
We offer both traditional publishing (select titles, fully funded by us) and hybrid partnerships (where authors co-invest in their book’s journey with generous royalties).
Hybrid models include:
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Seed
(Essentials)
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Sapling
(Editorial Partnership)
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Root & Branch
(Full-Service, Vision-Driven)
Each provides professional editorial, design, distribution, and our imprint credibility. Authors retain copyright and receive 50–70% royalties depending on the package.
A Note from Us
Submitting your work is an act of courage. We read every manuscript with gratitude and care. If you are unsure if your work fits our mission, we invite you to submit anyway. We honor your voice and the light you are bringing into the world.