GUIDELINES:  SAM'S DOT POETRY COLLECTIONS

 

Sam's Dot Publishing publishes poetry in trade paperback perfect bound format.  We're looking for poetry that is speculative in type--science fiction, fantasy, or horror, in that order of preference. 

 

How to submit your collection:

 

Please do not submit your collection directly.  First, send a query letter of approximately 500 words telling me about the collection.  Based on the information in the query letter, I will then decide whether to ask for the manuscript.  If I want to see it, I will tell you how to submit it.

 

Send your query letter to me at sdpshowcase at yahoo dot com.  You will have to convert this address to a usable address, of course.  We're trying to avoid being inundated by spam.  Be sure to put POETRY COLLECTION in the subject line [or I might inadvertently delete your query as spam].  Response time for queries is 2-4 weeks.  Response time for submissions can be up to 3 months or longer.

 

Payment for poetry collections is $20.00 plus 10% of actual print sales and, if also released as an e-book, 60% of actual e-book sales; contributors may also purchase unlimited quantities of their work at 30% off the cover price.

 

Note:  poetry collections do not sell well as a general rule.  As in all cases in the universe of the small independent press, the author is the best promoter of the work.  If your collection is accepted, be prepared to arrange and attend readings and signings.  Promotions in blogs and social-networks is often helpful.  Be ready to schmooze.  Attend conventions and get on panels, especially about poetry.