CEP Now Accepting Horror Novel Submissions

Unleash your darkest imaginings and embark on an eerie literary journey! Celenic Earth Publications proudly announces the gateway open for aspiring authors to delve into the realms of horror and submit their spine-chilling tales of terror and suspense. Horror novel submissions are now being accepted, and we’re eagerly awaiting the thrill and dread that you have in store for us.

Celenic Earth Publications has been a leading publishing company since 2016, with our division, Celenic Book Publishers, primarily focusing on fiction and non-fiction books. While we’ve worked with a select few authors in the past, we’re excited to open our doors to new publications with a chilling twist. With a 70% royalty structure for published horror authors, your haunting tales will be well-rewarded!

Today, we are thrilled to announce a momentous opportunity for aspiring authors and aficionados of horror literature. With great excitement, Celenic Earth Publications unveils our call for horror novel submissions, heralding a new chapter in the realm of spine-chilling storytelling. This article serves as an ominous gateway to inform and invite talented writers from far and wide to submit their hair-raising and heart-pounding horror novels for consideration. We eagerly await the discovery of terrifying tales that will haunt readers and transport them to realms beyond their darkest nightmares.

Horror Novel Submissions: The Call for Manuscripts

At Celenic Earth Publications, we believe in the power of fear and the boundless potential of the macabre imagination. If you’ve ever dreamed of seeing your bone-chilling stories come to life on the pages of a published novel, this is your moment to shine. We are extending an extraordinary opportunity to aspiring horror authors, inviting you to unleash your darkest creativity, weave your tapestry of terror, and be part of our ever-growing literary universe of horrors.

It’s time to embark on a quest of literary darkness, where your unique voice and heart-stopping storytelling abilities can find a home and captivate readers who crave tales of dread, supernatural entities, and sinister mysteries. Seize this opportunity for horror novel submissions to shape the landscapes of fear and leave an indelible mark on the realm of horror literature.

Interest in Discovering New Nightmares

At Celenic Earth Publications, we are passionate about unearthing hidden horrors and uncharted literary terror with these horror novel submissions. We believe that the realm of horror is brimming with untapped potential, waiting to be discovered. We eagerly await the opportunity to encounter the twisted minds and chilling imaginations of aspiring authors who dare to push the boundaries of fear. We are committed to championing and nurturing emerging voices, providing a platform for ghastly talent to rise.

Whether you’re an experienced writer honing your craft or a newcomer ready to send shivers down our spines, we are excited to embark on this chilling journey together, searching for the next generation of macabre storytellers. Your fresh perspectives, sinister worlds, and pulse-pounding narratives are what fuel our passion and drive us to unearth the hidden horrors of the genre.

Submission Process

If you’re keen on taking part in the horror novel submissions, all you need to do is head to our book publishing services page and complete the form. If that fails, you can also email us at shaunmjooste@celenicearthpublications.com with the subject title “Horror Novel Submission”. Please attach a few chapters of your work and let us know if the work is completed or in progress. From there, we will send you a writers’ agreement with all fees and royalty details to consider. If approved by all parties, we will then start the preparation and publishing processes.

Please note that we are exclusively accepting horror novel submissions during the month of August, and the end date is 31 August 2023 for final considerations. Our aim is to get these spine-chilling books ready for publication in October, just in time for Halloween.

Publishing Fees and Royalties

Before you participate in horror novel submissions, you probably want to know what the fee and royalty structure look like. At Celenic Earth Publications, we believe in transparency and providing authors with a clear understanding of our publishing process and financial arrangements for horror novel submissions.

Upon acceptance of horror novel submissions, we request an upfront payment that covers the initial services required to bring your book to life. These services may include professional editing, formatting, typesetting, distribution channel setup, ISBN number allocation, and more. We view these services as crucial investments in ensuring the quality and market readiness of your book.

Following the publishing process, we are committed to offering our authors a generous royalty structure. Authors receive 70% of the royalties generated from book sales, while we retain 30% to cover marketing services, paid advertising, and maintaining our various platforms. Your success as an author is our success as a publishing house, and by sharing in the financial returns, we align our interests and work collaboratively to promote your terrifying work to the widest possible audience.

We encourage you to view the upfront payment as an investment in your publishing journey, as it allows us to allocate the necessary resources to position your book for success. The 70% royalty rate demonstrates our commitment to your financial success as an author, as we actively work to promote and sell your bone-chilling book through our marketing efforts.

We value transparency and open communication, and we are more than happy to discuss any questions or concerns you may have regarding publishing fees, royalties, or our overall publishing process. Our goal is to create a collaborative and mutually beneficial partnership with our authors, enabling us to share the terror of bringing remarkable horror stories to readers around the world.

Criteria and Genre Preferences

We have some important information in this section about the horror novel submissions you may want to check before completing the form.

Word Count and Formatting

At the moment, we don’t have specific requirements for the horror novel submissions in terms of word count and formatting. These are details we will discuss during the consideration period. However, we would prefer if you have more than 50,000 words already in progress. We also accept epic horror novels of more than 100,000 words.

Preferred Horror Subgenres

At Celenic Earth Publications, we embrace the vast and diverse tapestry of the horror genre. We welcome horror novel submissions that span a wide range of subgenres, each with its own unique terror and dread. From psychological horror that delves into the darkest corners of the human mind, to supernatural horror that unleashes malevolent entities upon unsuspecting victims, we have an insatiable appetite for all things frightening.

We also have a fondness for bone-chilling tales of haunted houses, ghostly apparitions, occult mysteries, and gory thrillers. Whether your story falls into the realm of cosmic horror, slasher, gothic horror, or any other subgenre that instills fear, we eagerly await the chance to be terrified by your distinctive visions and haunting storytelling.

Target Audience

CEP believes that great horror stories can send shivers down readers’ spines regardless of age. We welcome submissions from authors aiming to frighten specific target audiences, whether it’s the young adult demographic hungry for eerie coming-of-age tales or the adult readers seeking immersive, sophisticated narratives that confront the darkest aspects of humanity.

We also appreciate horror novel submissions that cater to all ages, where the terror of storytelling knows no bounds and can be experienced by readers young and old alike. When submitting your horror novel, we encourage you to indicate your intended target audience, allowing us to better understand the direction and tone of your work and ensure it finds its rightful place among readers eager to be scared out of their wits.

Themes and Elements

CEP embraces the boundless nature of the horror genre, welcoming horror novel submissions that explore a wide spectrum of themes and elements. We celebrate the richness and diversity of storytelling within horror, whether it’s the psychological torment of the human psyche, the visceral fear of facing supernatural entities, or the chilling suspense of relentless pursuit.

We are equally enthralled by horror novel submissions that delve into the depths of folklore, urban legends, and the macabre, as well as those that incorporate elements of mystery, romance, or even dystopian nightmares. We encourage authors to let their imaginations run wild and embrace the themes and elements that resonate with their unique visions. Regardless of the specific theme or element you choose to explore, we eagerly await the discovery of chilling narratives that haunt readers’ dreams and leave an indelible mark on their souls.

Originality and Creativity

At Celenic Earth Publications, we believe that the heart of horror lies in the boundless realm of imagination. We are dedicated to discovering unique and exceptional voices that push the boundaries of fear. Originality and creativity are the lifeblood of the horror genre, and we are passionate about nurturing and showcasing works that stand out from the darkness.

We encourage aspiring authors to unleash their creative spirits in their horror novel submissions, to weave narratives that are haunting, unexpected, and wholly their own. It’s not merely about following established tropes and conventions, but about crafting worlds and characters that evoke terror with authenticity and freshness.

We celebrate the power of innovative ideas, imaginative concepts, and the courage to explore uncharted territories of fear. As you submit your horror novel, remember that it is your individual voice and distinctive vision that will terrify us. Show us horrors we’ve never seen, introduce us to nightmares we’ll never forget, and take us on journeys that challenge our sense of safety and reality. We eagerly await the discovery of bone-chilling, original works in these horror novel submissions that will redefine the landscape of terror literature.

Benefits for Selected Authors

As a selected author with Celenic Earth Publications (CEP) with your horror novel submissions, you’ll gain access to a range of valuable benefits designed to support your writing career and maximize the potential of your book.

• Publishing under CEP: Once selected, your horror novel submissions will be published under the esteemed Celenic Earth Publications imprint. Our publishing house is known for its commitment to quality, professionalism, and dedication to showcasing outstanding works of horror literature. By joining our esteemed roster of authors, you’ll be associated with a brand that readers recognize and trust.
• Marketing and Promotions: We understand the importance of effective marketing and promotion in reaching your target audience. CEP invests in comprehensive marketing campaigns and promotional activities to increase the visibility of your spine-chilling book. Our team works tirelessly to position your horror novel for success, utilizing various marketing channels, social media platforms, and our extensive network to generate awareness and drive sales.
• Generous Royalty Structure: We are proud to offer a generous royalty structure to our selected authors. You will receive 70% of the royalties generated from book sales, ensuring that you reap the chilling rewards of your hard work. Our commitment to transparency and fair compensation allows you to benefit directly from the success of your horror novel.
• Free ISBNs: As part of our horror novel submissions publishing package, we provide free ISBNs (International Standard Book Numbers) for your book. This essential identifier enables your book to be accurately tracked, distributed, and discovered by retailers, libraries, and readers worldwide.
• Retain Copyright and Publish Elsewhere: We believe that authors should have the freedom and flexibility to explore various publishing avenues. With CEP, you retain the copyright to your work, granting you the freedom to publish your horror novel elsewhere simultaneously. We respect your rights as an author and encourage you to explore diverse publishing opportunities to expand your reach.
• Collaborations with Gaming and Screenwriting Companies: At CEP, we have established connections and partnerships with gaming and screenwriting companies. While not guaranteed, there is exciting potential for your horror novel submissions to be considered for adaptation into movies or games in the future. We actively explore these possibilities to provide our authors with additional opportunities for their terrifying stories to reach new audiences in different mediums.

By choosing CEP as your publishing partner, you can benefit from our expertise, marketing efforts, and network of industry connections. We are committed to fostering long-term relationships with our authors, supporting their creative endeavours, and maximizing the potential of their horrifying books.

Join Us on an Eerie Journey into the Realm of Horror!

At Celenic Earth Publications, we are brimming with dread as we embark on this chilling adventure into the realm of horror novel submissions. With the upcoming submission period fast approaching, we can’t help but feel a surge of anticipation for the terrifying tales that await us. We invite aspiring authors from all walks of life to join us on this ominous journey, where nightmares are transformed into bone-chilling narratives that haunt readers’ souls.

This is an unparalleled opportunity for you to showcase your talents, share your unique voice, and terrify readers with your spine-tingling storytelling. Don’t let this moment pass you by. Seize the pen, awaken your darkest fears, and submit your horrifying manuscripts to Celenic Earth Publications.

To all potential authors, we encourage you to embrace this chance to terrify. Whether you’re a seasoned horror writer looking to take your career to new heights or an undiscovered talent ready to send shivers down our spines, we eagerly await the chance to discover your brilliance and support you every step of the way.

Lastly, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our readers, supporters, and enthusiasts of the horror genre. Your unwavering interest and support fuel our passion for bringing exceptional horror stories to life. Without you, our journey would lack darkness and terror. Thank you for embarking on this spine-chilling adventure with us, as we continue to push the boundaries of horror literature together.

So, dear writers, unleash your darkest nightmares, let your creativity terrify, and submit your horror novels to Celenic Earth Publications. Together, let us weave tales that will haunt, scare, and leave an indelible mark on the hearts of readers worldwide. We eagerly await the horrors that lie within your manuscripts.

May your ink run with blood, and your nightmares come to life! Send your horror novel submissions here!

Sincerely,

Shaun M Jooste

CEO: Celenic Earth Publications