We appreciate your engagement during ThrillerFest 2024 and are eager to continue our dialogue. This section addresses interactions with PitchFest and QueryFest attendees who asked to provide further details. If you did not participate in ThrillerFest/PitchFest/QueryFest 2024, or if we did not request your submission, please visit our website at www.akalm.net for guidance on how to submit.

We proudly seek, represent, and manage the tellers and the tales, those who dare, those who share, and those who empower with words and pictures. We are committed to uplifting underrepresented voices and advocating for works that are insightful, educational, and entertaining, crafted with care, transparency, and sincerity. We firmly believe in the transformative power of well-articulated words and regard compelling writing as one of the universe's most influential forces.

Reminders for Your Submission:

• Include a synopsis ranging from 250 to 500 words in the Synopsis section. Consider incorporating your synopsis/summary into your manuscript if you encounter any difficulties with this section. 

Insights for Aspiring Authors:

We advocate for various authors, from newcomers to bestsellers, and their literary ventures. In your query: 

• Please provide an enumeration of your literary achievements, such as nominations, awards, endorsements, and any other distinctions that could resonate with the publishing industry. This information can be included in the Query section, within the body of your query, or below the query/summary and above the first page of our manuscript to create one full document in the manuscript section.
• If you have ventured into self-publishing, share specifics like rankings, reviews, and sales data. You may also add this information to the Query section or within the main body of your query.
• If you're embarking on your debut as an author, we're thrilled to guide you through the exciting publishing journey. We're here to cheer you on with virtual high-fives and fist bumps, acknowledging your initiative in reaching out to us and bringing you closer to your manuscript's successful publication. Please mention this in the Query section or within your query.

Guidelines for Proper Submission:

• The formatted manuscript or sample pages should be in 12-point Times New Roman to ensure legibility.
• The manuscript should be double-spaced.
• Please provide your single-spaced synopsis and supplementary materials. 
• Please provide several contact options like phone, email, social media profiles, and blog links. Your submission will be rejected if we are unable to reach you. 
• It's essential to adhere to our submission guidelines; failure to do so may lead to automatic rejection.

Acceptable Digital Document Formats:

• Documents: .doc, .docx, .rtf
• Images: .jpg, .png
• Presentations: .ppt, .pptx
• Please note that we do not accept PDF format.

We're eager to delve into your work and are grateful for your interest in partnering with us. 

Authorpreneur 2024

We proudly seek, represent, and manage the tellers and the tales, those who dare, those who share, and those who empower with words and pictures. We are committed to uplifting underrepresented voices and advocating for insightful, educational, and entertaining works crafted with care, transparency, and sincerity. We firmly believe in the transformative power of well-articulated words and regard compelling writing as one of the universe's most influential forces.

Reminders for Your Submission: 

Please provide your query, a short summary/synopsis, and your work's first three chapters.

It's OK to attach your summary to the provided chapters.

End date: February 1, 2025

Guidelines for Proper Submission:

• The formatted manuscript or sample pages should be in 12-point Times New Roman to ensure legibility.
• The manuscript should be double-spaced.
• Please provide your single-spaced synopsis and supplementary materials. 
• Please provide several contact options like phone, email, social media profiles, and blog links. Your submission will be rejected if we are unable to reach you. 
• It's essential to adhere to our submission guidelines; failure to do so may lead to automatic rejection.

Acceptable Digital Document Formats:

• Documents: .doc, .docx, .rtf
• Images: .jpg, .png
• Presentations: .ppt, .pptx
• Please note that we do not accept PDF format.

We're eager to delve into your work and are grateful for your interest in partnering with us. 

Hello! We're glad you’re here. 

Take a deep breath and assertively say, "I have arrived." It’s time for the world to recognize your outstanding work. Your journey to fame is happening, and we have a plan to connect you with editorial contacts who want to hear from you.

We'll thank you in advance for taking part in what has been called the War and Peace of bio sheets. Grab your hairbrush or your microphone, and prepare for your first almost-real interview with NPR or Good Morning America. Sit up straight, feet on the ground, with your favorite drink at the ready. Let your brilliance shine through your responses!

Key reminders:

1. Answer thoroughly and succinctly.

2. Each represented work needs a bio sheet.

3. Expect a confirmation notice after hitting "send."

4. If Submittable doesn’t work for you, send the form as a Word document to my inbox (terrie@akaliterary.com).

I’m here for any questions. Let’s make this happen!

Warm regards,  

Terrie and everyone at AKALM