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Nat 1 Publishing

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About the press

Nat 1 Publishing is an independent press dedicated to books, chapbooks, and children's literature under 20,000 words. Founded with an ethos of accessibility and craft, the press prioritizes concise, well-wrought narratives that respect the intelligence of young readers and the formal constraints of the chapbook. Its catalogue reflects a commitment to emerging and underrepresented voices, favoring work that is playful, precise, and structurally inventive over market-driven trends.

Calls & opportunities

12 listed
ClosedDeadline · 2026-10-01

Nat 1 Publishing — Audience Askew 5|3 — Bollywood / Theatre

ClosedDeadline · 2026-10-01

Nat 1 Publishing — Audience Askew 5|3 — Bollywood / Theatre

OpenDeadline · 2026-11-01

Nat 1 Publishing — Books 20,000+ words

OpenDeadline · 2026-11-01

Nat 1 Publishing — Books 20,000+ words

OpenDeadline · 2026-11-01

Nat 1 Publishing — Books, chapbooks, and children's books, less than 20k words

OpenDeadline · 2026-11-01

Nat 1 Publishing — Books, chapbooks, and children's books, less than 20k words

OpenDeadline · 2027-01-01

Nat 1 Publishing — Gaslamp Pulp vol.7 FANTASY

OpenDeadline · 2027-01-01

Nat 1 Publishing — Gaslamp Pulp vol.7 FANTASY

OpenDeadline · 2027-01-01

Nat 1 Publishing — PUNK anthology

OpenDeadline · 2027-01-01

Nat 1 Publishing — PUNK anthology

OpenDeadline · 2027-01-01

Nat 1 Publishing — Pale & Tragic — GOTHIC-themed literature

OpenDeadline · 2027-01-01

Nat 1 Publishing — Pale & Tragic — GOTHIC-themed literature

Manuscript submissions

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Before submitting, review the catalogue to ensure your manuscript aligns with the press's focus on books, chapbooks, or children's books under 20,000 words. Query first with a concise synopsis, word count, and sample pages; simultaneous submissions are typically acceptable if noted. Expect a response time of several weeks to a few months, and avoid follow-ups before that window closes. Polish your opening pages—Nat 1 values immediate voice and structural control.