We do accept simultaneous submissions, as long as this is clearly noted in the body of your e-mail. You will receive an automatic reply confirming that your message has been received. When you are ready to submit, e-mail your proposal to. Though we are flexible with format, please be advised that at minimum, you should include a synopsis, a chapter outline, a brief biographical statement or résumé, and two sample chapters. For Bala Kids proposals, please see the guidelines posted here. To prepare a book proposal, see our recommended template. Anything sent within these genres/formats will not receive a response. We do not accept proposals for fiction (children’s books excepted), poetry, exposés, end-time prophecies, channeled works, martial arts manuals, quotation books, or audio/video. Currently our acquisition interests are on the topics of Buddhism, mindful living, yoga, psychology, health and wellness, nature, parenting, crafting, creativity, and cooking. We welcome the chance to learn more about your work.īefore submitting a book proposal, please familiarize yourself with our company and the types of books we publish-for example, by visiting the New and Forthcoming Books and About Shambhala sections of our website. Shambhala encourages and actively recruits projects representing new perspectives and underrepresented voices. As an independent publisher distributed by Penguin Random House, we offer both the personalized publishing experience of a small press and the unmatched sales reach of one of the world’s largest publishers. We aim to publish books that are authentic, timeless, and transformational.

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