We publish the best in exciting mysteries, cozy mysteries, detective stories, medical thrillers, courtroom dramas and action/adventure fiction. We are currently looking for all kinds of mystery fiction, but are especially interested in suspenseful, well-written detective fiction series with an engaging protagonist.

Our Requirements:

• Word count must not exceed 84,000 words unless by special permission from SHP
• No originals (copies only)
• You must fill out Manuscript Submission Form
• You may submit the manuscript on CD
  (Note: If you are offered and accept a contract, you will be required to submit two hard copies of the work.)
• No floppy discs

• Generally we will respond to your submission within three months.
• Please do not contact us regarding the status of the work within the first three months of submission.

• Double-spaced
• Healthy margins
• Number pages consecutively
• No double-side submissions (print on one side only)
• Do not bind manuscript
• Include synopsis
• Provide a word count
• Indicate category
• Include your name, address, email address and day phone number
• Include a cover letter
• Include a self-addressed, stamped envelope (SASE) for return of your manuscript if necessary
• Proofread your manuscript; please eliminate as many typos and other minor errors as possible.

• Send manuscript to:
  Acquisitions Department
  Pemberton Mysteries
  2015 Babcock Blvd, Suite 2
  Pittsburgh, PA 15209
• Regular or certified mail