Kids and Teen Fiction Submission Guidelines

Grace Bell Publishing is now CLOSED to submissions of kids & teen fiction manuscripts. Please follow the guidelines below and ensure all requested information is included in the body of your email. Attachments will not be opened.

***Please make sure you have read the general submission page, first.***

Submission Details

Genre: (e.g. Picture Book, junior fiction, teen etc. Please include themes as well)

Target Age: (e.g. 0–4, 3-6)

Word Count: (e.g. 400 words)

Pitch: 1–2 sentences summarising the story. For MG and teen, please include a full blurb.

Author Information

Bio: Include basic information such as interests, writing achievements, etc. State which Australian state or territory you are from.

Why Grace Bell Publishing: A statement on why you are submitting to GBP. 

Other Information: List relevant memberships (e.g. Omega Writers), critique groups, or other details that support your submission.

Online Presence

Include any links to social media profiles and/or an author website at the bottom of your email.

Manuscript

Paste the full PB manuscript or the first chapter at the bottom of your email. Do not send an attachment.

📧 Email submissions to: submissions@gracebellpublishing.com.au