A Step-by-Step Guide for Aspiring Authors.
Have you written a manuscript and wondered how to get published? You’re not alone. Whether you’re a poet, novelist, or spiritual guide with a transformative message, getting your book into the world can feel both exciting and overwhelming. At Sacred Scribe Publishing, we’re here to help demystify the process and support authors who dare to tread new, meaningful paths.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through essential steps to take your manuscript from draft to publication—with tips that align with our mission of publishing bold, heartfelt work that challenges norms and nourishes readers.
Step 1: Finish Your Manuscript (and Polish It)
Before submitting your work to any publisher, including Sacred Scribe Publishing, your manuscript should be complete and thoroughly edited. This doesn’t just mean running a spell check. Read it aloud. Get feedback from trusted beta readers or a writing group. If you’re a nonfiction author, ensure your ideas are well-organized and supported by research or personal insight. If you’re writing poetry or fiction, clarity, tone, and pacing all matter.
Tip: At Sacred Scribe Publishing, we appreciate manuscripts that are both well-crafted and unapologetically original. Take your time to make your work the best it can be.
Step 2: Research the Right Publisher for Your Genre
Not all publishers are created equal. Some focus on literary fiction, others on memoir or self-help. At Sacred Scribe Publishing, we specialize in visionary storytelling, tarot and oracle decks, journals, poetry, spiritual and wellness books. If your work dances between genres or brings fresh insight to timeless themes, you might be a perfect fit for us.
What we look for: intuitively crafted and creatively courageous manuscripts—including visionary storytelling, tarot and oracle decks, journals, poetry, spiritual and wellness books —that challenge convention and speak to the soul.
Step 3: Prepare a Strong Submission Package
If you’re planning to submit your manuscript to Sacred Scribe Publishing (or any independent publisher), you’ll typically need:
A brief cover letter
A query letter
A compelling synopsis or overview
A sample of your manuscript (usually the first 3 chapters or up to 25 pages)
A short author bio that includes your background and why you’re the right person to tell this story
Sacred Scribe Publishing Tip: We’re especially drawn to authors with a sense of why—why this story matters and why now.
Step 4: Submit to Sacred Scribe Publishing
We’re currently accepting submissions! You can submit your manuscript directly through our Submissions Page, without needing an agent.
We encourage emerging voices, mystics, wanderers and word-weavers who feel called to share their truth in print.
Step 5: What Happens After Submission?
Once we receive your submission:
Our editorial team will review your materials.
We may request the full manuscript if we feel your voice aligns with our publishing vision.
If accepted, we’ll walk you through next steps: editing, cover design, production and launch.
Unlike larger publishing houses, Sacred Scribe Publishing offers a collaborative, author-focused experience, where your voice and vision are honored every step of the way.
Final Thoughts: Your Story Matters
Getting published can be a deeply personal journey. At Sacred Scribe Publishing, we believe that storytelling is a sacred act. If you’re writing from a place of truth, transformation, or timeless curiosity, there’s a place for your work in the world—and possibly on our shelves.
Ready to take the next step?
Visit our submissions page and share your story. We can’t wait to meet you.
