Pitches • Proposals • Manuscripts
We welcome proposals and manuscripts across scholarly and creative genres, especially work that crosses boundaries and expands what counts as knowledge, culture, and craft.
Tip: If you’re unsure whether your project fits, start with a short pitch and author bio.
A clear path from first contact to publication discussion.
Academic scholarship, fiction, nonfiction, biography or memoir, poetry, and hybrid or experimental forms.
Email your materials directly. If your files are too large, include a shareable link with view permissions enabled.
We aim to respond within 2 to 6 weeks, depending on volume, timing, and project fit.
Rigor without cruelty, transparency in communication, and respect for voice, craft, and intellectual lineage.
Editorial screening, fit review, peer or advisory review where appropriate, then publication pathway discussion.
We value clear writing, usable scholarship, and editorial choices that broaden access for readers.
Ask whether your project is ready for editorial review. A clear synopsis, audience statement, and writing sample often matter more than perfect completion at the first stage.
We prioritize manuscripts that are intellectually ambitious and ethically grounded, work that speaks beyond the silo while remaining rigorous within its tradition.
Meet our collaborators on the Editorial Board page.
We prefer clarity up front so you do not waste time.
If your project includes sensitive human subjects or vulnerable communities, we may request additional context on consent, representation, and ethics.
Choose the submission lane that best fits where your project stands.
Ideal if your project is still forming or you want a quick editorial fit check before preparing a full package.
Best if you already have a full manuscript or a developed proposal ready for serious editorial consideration.
Please submit as .docx or PDF. If using Google Docs, share a link with view permissions enabled. If attachments exceed email limits, include a share link instead.
A humane process with clear expectations.
We assess fit, clarity, originality, and the contribution the project makes to its intended readership.
For scholarly work, we may consult domain reviewers. For creative work, we assess craft, coherence, and voice.
If aligned, we discuss timeline, editorial support, format, rights, and publication pathway.
We document scope, responsibilities, rights, and financial terms in clear language.
Developmental work, copyediting, interior design, cover design, proofing, and release planning.
We collaborate on positioning, audience development, and community-facing outreach where appropriate.
Our goal is not to accept everything. It is to identify projects that align with the editorial mission of the press and can be developed with seriousness, care, and clarity.
We take originality and ethics seriously. When applicable, authors should ensure research integrity, consent, and proper attribution, especially for community-based research and sensitive narratives.
We understand authors may use tools for brainstorming or light editing. However, manuscripts must reflect the author’s original thought and voice. If AI tools were materially used to generate substantial text, disclose that use in your cover letter.
We may decline work that appears substantially machine-generated or that misrepresents authorship.
Quick answers to common submission questions.
OrganoSys Press is not a vanity press. Some projects may involve service-based or hybrid publishing models, but those terms are discussed transparently and never disguised as editorial judgment.
When appropriate, especially for academic manuscripts, we use a fit-for-purpose review process that may include peer review or advisory consultation.
Yes, but please disclose simultaneous submissions in your cover letter. If the project is accepted elsewhere, notify us promptly.
Initial responses usually fall within 2 to 6 weeks. Publication timelines vary by genre, readiness, and scope.
Start with the pitch option above. A strong short pitch and a concise bio are enough to begin the conversation.