We are so excited you are interested in submitting your book with us here at Ink & Thorn Publishing! 
 
We are currently not open to submissions at this time.  

Please come back or follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and Facebook to see when they are back open.  

All submissions should be sent to: 
Submissions@Inkthornpublishing.com

When we do open we are seeking stories where romance is not just present, but central to the plot. The relationship dynamics should meaningfully drive the story forward and shape character decisions, stakes, and emotional arcs.

We accept:
Contemporary romance
Dark romance
Literary romance
Fantasy romance
Paranormal romance
Romantasy
Any cross-genre romance where romance is a main plot focus

If your story lives in another genre but the romance is a core pillar of the narrative, we still want to see it.

What we’re looking for:
Strong romantic arcs with emotional depth, compelling chemistry, and characters who feel real, flawed, and alive. 

We love tension, longing, high stakes, and relationships that change everything.

We are especially drawn to stories that:
Center the romance as a driving force of the plot
Balance plot and emotional relationship development
Have clear character motivation tied to the relationship
Deliver intensity, heart, and impact (whatever form that takes for your genre)

What we are NOT looking for:
Stories where romance is only a subplot or background element
Erotica without a strong narrative or character-driven plot
Works that do not meaningfully prioritize relationship development

Submission Guidelines:
All attachments should be in .DOCX or . DOC format. You may include PDF additionally if you choose. (Not required) 

Please include:
A synopsis of your story, we want full spoilers here. Show us you know your story and what we will read when we open your manuscript, including a content warning note (if needed)
Partial manuscript (first 10 pages, or first 2,500-3,500 words)
A brief author bio

Response Time:
We aim to respond within 4-6 weeks, though this may vary depending on submission volume.

All submissions should be sent to: 
Submissions@Inkthornpublishing.com

Any questions, please message us via our social media channels or email us at:
Contact@Inkthornpublishing.com