Publishing
Congratulations on completing your manuscript! We’re so excited you’re considering submitting to us.
Everything you need to know about Daybreak Press and the submission process can be found in the DBP Submission Guidelines. This document has information about what we’re looking for, detailed instructions on how to submit, examples of our Islamic guidelines for books, and advice for navigating the submissions process.
Before you submit, be sure to follow these steps for the greatest success:
- Seek feedback from at least three beta readers.
- Reread and revise.
- Proofread and polish.
Please also review the eligibility criteria in the DBP Submission Guidelines to ensure your manuscript aligns with Daybreak Press’s values.
When your manuscript is ready for submission, follow the instructions in the links for preparing your query or proposal. Submissions not accompanied by a proper query or proposal will not be considered.
- Adult, Young Adult, and Middle Grade Fiction: Submit a query, synopsis, and complete manuscript. For the synopsis, write a recap of all major plot points, including the ending (do not write the kind of stylistic marketing copy that goes on the back of a book). Manuscripts should be formatted in 12-point Times New Roman font and double-spaced and submitted as a Microsoft Word file.
- Adult, Young Adult, and Middle Grade Nonfiction: Submit a proposal, an outline, and at least three sample chapters. Manuscripts should be formatted in 12-point Times New Roman and double-spaced and submitted as a Microsoft Word file.
- Children’s Literature (including board books, picture books, early readers, and chapter books): Submit a query and manuscript. Manuscripts should be formatted in 12-point Times New Roman and double-spaced and submitted as a Microsoft Word file.
- Poetry: Submit a query and manuscript. A Microsoft Word document or a PDF may be submitted.
Submit your materials here
Please allow up to six months for a response.
If you have any questions about the submission process, please check the DBP Submission Guidelines first. If you still need assistance, feel free to reach out to daybreakpress@rabata.org.
If you are an experienced book cover designer, typesetter, or children’s book illustrator and would like to explore the possibility of working with us, you can apply here to be added to our pool of contractors here.
Special Call for Romance Submissions
Daybreak Press is seeking clean (inspirational) romance stories by newbies and seasoned writers. We are looking for stories that are driven by the characters’ faith, exclude intimate details and foul language, and end happily ever after!