Unleash Press

Submitting your work

Writers should approach Unleash Press with a clear sense of its aesthetic: work that is formally inventive, linguistically adventurous, and unafraid of difficulty. The press prioritizes manuscripts that demonstrate a coherent vision rather than a collection of disparate pieces. Before submitting to the Book Prize or general reading periods, familiarize yourself with several titles from their catalog to gauge fit. Cover letters should be concise, focusing on the work's conceptual underpinnings rather than biographical accolades. Simultaneous submissions are typically accepted, but prompt notification of acceptance elsewhere is expected. Given the press's online-first orientation, electronic submissions are the norm; adhere strictly to posted guidelines regarding length, format, and deadlines.