December 22, 2024

Horror Novel Submissions

Horror Novel Submissions

Share Your Darkest Tales with the World

Do you have a spine-chilling horror story that will leave readers sleeping with the lights on? At Celenic Earth Publications (CEP), we are seeking horror novel submissions that delve into the macabre, explore psychological terror, and captivate readers with eerie tales. Let us help you bring your terrifying vision to life.


What We’re Looking For in Horror Novel Submissions

Horror novels evoke fear, suspense, and intrigue, taking readers on a journey into the unknown. We’re looking for:

  • Stories with vivid, unsettling atmospheres and chilling narratives.
  • Characters facing their deepest fears or battling the supernatural.
  • Themes exploring psychological horror, the paranormal, or existential dread.

Whether your novel is a ghost story, a psychological thriller, or a supernatural nightmare, we’re eager to review your manuscript.

For more about this genre, visit the Horror Fiction Wikipedia page.

Horror Novel Submissions

How to Submit Your Horror Manuscript

We accept horror novel submissions year-round, but our focus month for reviews is July, with selected works planned for publication in October. Here are our submission guidelines:

  1. Manuscript Length: Between 50,000 and 120,000 words.
  2. Accepted Themes: Supernatural horror, psychological terror, gothic horror, and cross-genre elements.
  3. Format: Submit your manuscript in PDF or Word format.
  4. Submission Process: Complete the form below.

Why Publish Your Horror Novel with CEP?

At CEP, we provide:

  • Professional Editing & Formatting: Ensure your manuscript is polished and ready to haunt readers.
  • Custom Cover Design: Create a striking cover that captures the fear and intrigue of your story.
  • Global Distribution: Reach horror fans worldwide on major platforms.
  • Marketing & Promotion Support: Boost your book’s visibility and sales potential.
  • Transparent Royalties: Retain 70% of your royalties.

Learn more about our publishing process on our Celenic Book Publishers services page.


Our Transparent Pricing Principles

To maintain the quality of our publishing services, we require an upfront cost for all projects:

  • Standard Publishing Fee: $550
  • First-Time Author Discount: $440

This fee covers editing, formatting, typesetting, cover design, pre-launch marketing, and more. Authors retain 70% of royalties while we handle all post-launch marketing, ensuring your book gets the attention it deserves.

Horror Novel Submissions

Ready to Submit Your Horror Novel?

Don’t let your chilling story remain untold. Submit your manuscript today and take the first step toward sharing your horror novel with the world. While our focus on horror novel submissions is in July, you are welcome to submit your work anytime during the year.

Complete the form below to get started.