Newspaper Submissions
Share Your Voice with the Quill & Ink House Community
The Quill & Ink House Newspaper is a community focused publication dedicated to celebrating readers, writers, and the conversations that bring books to life.
Whether you’re passionate about discussing the publishing industry, sharing your perspective on literary topics, or telling an original story, we’d love to hear from you.
All submissions should be emailed to:
submissions@quillandinkhouse.com
Please review all submission guidelines before sending your work.
Submission Categories
We are currently accepting submissions in the following categories:
Opinion Articles
Original Short Stories
Letters to the Editors
Reader Recommendations & Reviews
Opinion Articles
Opinion Articles explore topics related to books, reading, publishing, and literary culture.
Examples include (but are not limited to):
Paperback vs. Hardcover vs. E-book
Should Books Be Annotated?
The Value of Independent Bookstores
Traditional Publishing vs. Self-Publishing
The Rise of Special Editions
Book-to-Film Adaptations
Reading Habits
BookTok & Social Media
Literary Trends
Genre Discussions
Requirements
Original work only
500–2,000 words
Written in English
Submitted as a PDF
Respectful and well-supported opinions
Subject Line
Opinion Center – Article Title – Author Name
Example:
Opinion Center – Why Hardcovers Are Worth the Investment – Jane Smith
Original Short Stories
We welcome original fiction from both new and established writers.
Accepted genres include:
Fantasy
Romance
Science Fiction
Thriller/Suspense
Mystery
Historical Fiction
Contemporary
Young Adult
Requirements
Original work only
1,000–7,500 words
Written in English
Submitted as a PDF
Subject Line
Short Story – Story Title – Author Name
Example:
Short Story – The Last Lighthouse – Jane Smith
Letters to the Editor
Have thoughts about a previous issue or a topic in the literary world? We'd love to hear them.
Requirements
250–750 words
Respectful and constructive
Submitted as a PDF
Subject Line
Letter – Subject – Author Name
Example:
Letter – The Importance of Libraries – Jane Smith
Reader Recommendations
& Reviews
Share a book you think others should discover.
Reviews should focus on thoughtful discussion rather than numerical ratings.
Requirements
300–1,000 words
Spoilers should be clearly labeled
Submitted as a PDF
Subject Line
Review – Book Title – Author Name
Example:
Review – The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue – Jane Smith
Formatting Requirements
All submissions must:
Be written in English
Use 12 pt font
Use Times New Roman, Garamond, or Courier New
Include page numbers
Include the author's name on the first page
Be submitted as a single PDF attachment
Email Requirements
Please include the following information in the body of your email:
Full Name
Pen Name (if applicable)
Submission Category
Title of Submission
Word Count
A brief 1–3 sentence bio
Whether the work has been published elsewhere
AI usage disclosure (or state that no AI tools were used)
Attach your submission as a single PDF to the email.
AI Usage Disclosure
Please disclose any use of artificial intelligence in the creation of your submission.
Examples include:
Brainstorming
Outlining
Writing assistance
Editing
Proofreading
Translation
Research assistance
If AI was not used, please indicate that as well.
Compensation
The Quill & Ink House Newspaper is a community publication.
At this time, contributors are not financially compensated for accepted submissions.
Publication is voluntary and offers contributors the opportunity to:
Receive a published byline
Build their writing portfolio
Share their work with the Quill & Ink House community
Include their author name, pen name, website, and/or social media when applicable
Submission should not be considered paid freelance work.
Rights & Permissions
Authors retain full ownership and copyright of their work.
By submitting your work, you grant Quill & Ink House a non-exclusive license to publish your submission if it is selected.
Publication does not transfer ownership of your work.
Editorial Review
Every submission is reviewed by the Quill & Ink House editorial team.
Selection is based on originality, quality, clarity, and available space within each issue.
Minor edits for grammar, spelling, punctuation, formatting, and style may be made before publication. Contributors will be contacted regarding any substantive editorial changes.
Submission does not guarantee publication.
Response Time
Please allow approximately 2–4 weeks for review.
If your submission is selected, a member of the Quill & Ink House editorial team will contact you using the email address provided.
Thank you for contributing to the Quill & Ink House Newspaper. Every issue is built by a community of readers and writers who believe stories—and the conversations surrounding them—deserve to be shared.