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What form should my submission take?
Initially, if applying to us by post, you should enclose with your letter no more than 2 chapters of your book, and, if possible, a synopsis or outline. Guidelines for approaching us by email are explained below.
All submissions must be typed, double spaced, at 12pt type size, your name or initials, and the title of the work should be inserted on every page and the entire work should be numbered. If submitted in paper form, it must be accompanied by a stamped addressed, and appropriately-sized envelope. If you don't need the typescript returned, please say so in your letter and the paper will be recycled. You should however still enclose a stamped addressed envelope for a reply by post. If you can receive a reply by email, don't forget to include your email address in your letter.
Should I send an original typescript?
No. Never send an original typescript to an agent or a publisher, or original material of any kind, including photographs, illustrations etc. Always send a copy. A large number of submissions arrive at any publisher's or agent's office every week and, although the greatest care is taken, no guarantee of the material's safety can be given.
Can I submit by email?
You can make an initial approach by email - particularly if you are writing from abroad, including the Republic Of Ireland, owing to the difficulties writers from outside of the UK might have with postage to and from the UK. If applying to us by email you must not attach a submission until you're invited to do so.
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Do you represent original film and tv scripts?
No, we don't, although Capel & Land (www.capelland.com) handle film and tv rights on our behalf for clients whom we represent.
Do you represent children's books?
Yes, novels and text-based books, but not illustrated or picture books.
Do you represent poetry?
Rarely, but do make an initial approach.
Do you represent plays?
No. it's best to approach a specialist agency - see the Writers' and Artists' Handbook www.writersandartists.co.uk.
Should I enclose return postage?
If you need to have your typescript or material returned you must enclose the appropriate postage and an appropriate envelope. Otherwise, all typescripts and material sent will be recycled.
Do you handle foreign rights?
Yes, we do. They are handled on our behalf by Abi Fellows at Capel & Land: Abi@capelland.co.uk.
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