El Martillo Press

Manuscript submissions

Writers should approach El Martillo Press with a clear sense of its mission: work that is politically aware, culturally specific, and formally adventurous. Before submitting, read several titles from the catalog to understand the press's aesthetic range. Submissions typically open periodically; check the website for specific reading windows. Include a concise cover letter that contextualizes your work within the press's commitments, and be prepared for a collaborative editorial process. Simultaneous submissions are often accepted, but notify promptly if your work is placed elsewhere. Patience is advised, as response times can be lengthy due to the press's small staff.

Along with your submission please include a professional bio, a synopsis of your work, your work (or a sample) formatted in Times New Roman size 12 font, single space, and any relevant links (website, socials, press articles, publications, YouTube videos of readings or performances, etc.). We look for authors who have a history of working hard to promote their work and are active in the larger poetry and literary community. We like to work with authors, not only for them.