Proposal Guidelines

Thank you for your interest in The Collins Press. Please browse our website to learn more about the kinds of books we publish. We do not publish poetry, short stories, drama or literary criticism and are discontinuing adult fiction and children's fiction for the present. Unsolicited material in any of these categories will not be returned.

Your submission package should include the following:

• A cover letter.

• A self-addressed, stamped envelope large enough to return your work. Even if you do not want your work returned, please enclose a letter-sized envelope for our response.

• A one-page (250 words) synopsis giving an overview of the entire book. For non-fiction, please include a table of contents. If applicable, subheads should be included that explain the content at a greater level of detail.

• A CV that includes an outline of any past publishing or writing experience.

• Either a complete manuscript or at least three sample chapters. These do not have to be in chronological order. Selected chapters should include what best represents your work's basic idea, its quality and distinctive features. Prepare the material carefully. If the manuscript is full of typographical or grammatical errors, the reviewer's attention will be diverted from the content. Whether submitting sample chapters or a complete work please advise us of the word count for the complete work.

The package should be addressed to:
Mr Con Collins, The Collins Press, West Link, Park, Doughcloyne, Wilton, Cork, Ireland.

Please allow a period of eight to twelve weeks for a response from us regarding your submission.

Important Notes:
Initial contact by email about a publishing proposal is acceptable; however we only accept submissions in hard-copy format and do not accept submissions by email.