Every month, Atmosphere Press receives more than 1500 submissions! That’s a lot. And we ultimately move forward with roughly 30 publishing contracts per month. Obviously, it’s a mutual decision to move forward on a contract, because we need to want to work with an author and an author needs to want to work with us.
Advice
for Writers
Advice
for Writers
Vicky Pinpin-Feinstein is a former college lecturer, communications technology and society professional, and a writer. With Social Science graduate degrees, her career focused on media and society at various institutions before she became a writer. Her first book, A Thousand Little Deaths, is an account of her experience under the autocratic rule of Ferdinand Marcos in the Philippines. Her second and recently published book, Beyond Fear and Suspicion: The New Americans in Little Ethiopia, focuses on forced migration, immigrant identity, trauma, and resilience among members of the African diaspora.
Publishing a book is one of the most rewarding yet challenging experiences an author can undertake. From polishing a manuscript to navigating the intricacies of the publishing world, writers often face hurdles that can feel overwhelming at times. Whether you’re aiming for a traditional publishing deal or exploring self-publishing, the process comes with unique obstacles that can impact your timeline, budget, and overall success.
If you’re exploring hybrid or self-publishing options, Atmosphere Press vs. Mascot Books is a comparison worth exploring. While both publishers offer alternatives to traditional publishing, they differ in approach, cost, and the author experience they provide.
Getting book reviews before publishing is one of the most important steps you can take to set your work up for success. Reviews act as social proof, showing potential readers that your book is worth their time! They can also help your book stand out in crowded marketplaces like Amazon or Goodreads and give you valuable feedback before your official launch.
Building a strong author brand is more than a logo or a social media profile—it’s how readers recognize, connect with, and remember your work! At Atmosphere Press, we know that creating a consistent and compelling author identity is essential for establishing credibility and growing a loyal audience.
If you’re exploring hybrid or self-publishing options, Atmosphere Press vs. BookBaby is a comparison worth exploring. While both publishers offer alternatives to traditional publishing, they differ in approach, cost, and the author experience they provide.
Unlike a copy editor who focuses on grammar or a proofreader who catches typos, a developmental editor works at the big-picture level. Their role is to strengthen your manuscript’s structure, pacing, character development, and thematic clarity so that the story resonates with readers and meets the expectations of your genre.
If you’re weighing hybrid publishers, two names you’ll inevitably see are Atmosphere Press and Greenleaf Book Group. Both are reputable and both serve authors who want more than the do-it-yourself route — but the experience, cost structure, and community offerings are very different.
In this guide, I’ll walk you through how to write a compelling book synopsis that captures the attention of agents and publishers. We’ll cover length, structure, common pitfalls, and I’ll even share an example so you can see what a professional synopsis looks like in practice!