Manuscript Submissions

How can I submit my manuscript to Thomas Nelson to be published?

Thomas Nelson does not accept unsolicited manuscripts. Please contact your literary agent in order to properly submit your manuscript.

How do I begin the path to becoming a published author?

There are two common paths to publishing a book: traditional publishing through a commercial book publisher or self-publishing.

Authors who feel the traditional path to publishing best meets their needs should consider developing a book proposal and finding a literary agent they believe can best represent their work and leverage their platform. Literary agents act as a mediator between an author and a publisher.

HarperCollins Christian Publishing operates a self-publishing imprint, WestBow Press, in alliance with with Author Solutions, LLC, a third party provider.

Does HarperCollins Christian Publishing offer any resources to help authors?

The Christian Writer’s Manual of Style by former Zondervan editor, Robert Hudson, can be a helpful resource as you write and edit your manuscript.

What is self-publishing?

Self-publishing is a strong option for authors with more flexible goals.   Self-publishing can foster commercial success or help one to create a book for family and friends.

Through an established alliance between HarperCollins Christian Publishing and Authors Solutions, LLC., WestBow Press offers publishing packages that have enabled thousands of authors to self-publish all genres of books that focus on Christian morals, inspirational themes, and family values. WestBow also offers a broad range of services including illustrations, editorial and marketing options.

Visit WestBow Press for more information.

Is there is a web location that I could monitor for updates regarding manuscript submissions?

No, there is not.