The guidelines are as follow:
For children’s picture books, send full manuscript.
For all others, send either full manuscript OR table of contents plus three sample chapters.
Peachtree does not accept query letters where no manuscript is included.
Peachtree currently publishes the following categories:
Children’s fiction and nonfiction picture books, chapter books, middle readers, young adult books;
Education, parenting, self-help, and health books of interest to the general trade;
NOTE: Peachtree does not publish historical novels (except children’s/young adult), science fiction, fantasy, romance, westerns, horror, poetry, short stories, plays, business, scientific or technical reference, or books intended specifically as textbooks.
FOR ALL SUBMISSIONS:
Send biographical material about the author (past publishing credentials, education, etc.)
Include a self-addressed, stamped #10 (letter-sized) envelope (SASE) for a response. If no SASE is included, no response will be given.
If you would like your materials returned, please send an appropriately-sized envelope with adequate postage. Submissions without sufficient postage will not be returned, but will be recycled by our office.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Please do not send original artwork or original manuscripts. Send only copies, as Peachtree is not responsible for the return or condition of submissions. Artwork in general is not required. The publisher reserves the right to select the illustrator.
Peachtree cannot accept manuscript submissions via fax or email. We will not review any manuscript sent on CD or diskette. All manuscripts must be sent by US Mail. Submissions should be addressed to Helen Harriss, Acquisitions Editor.
Peachtree receives approximately 20,000 submissions each year. We make every effort to review all submissions in a timely manner. Please do not contact our office regarding status. Please be aware that the submissions process usually takes upwards of 6-9 months to complete, as we strive to give every manuscript the attention it deserves.
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