Pemberton Mysteries: Submission Guidelines

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

Response Time:

Generally SterlingHouse 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.

Manuscript Preparation:

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.

Mailing Instructions:

Send manuscript to:
Acquisitions Department
SterlingHouse Publisher, Inc/Pemberton Mysteries
3468 Babcock Boulevard
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Regular or certified mail