Give your book the prestige it deserves with Atmosphere Press, the selective hybrid publisher. You get the empowerment of self-publishing and the production standards of traditional publishing, combined in one partnership. Submit your manuscript, and a real editor will respond within two weeks.
Big dreams lead to big recognition. Allyson S. Barkley earned a coveted Kirkus Star and was a Playa Flamingo Writing Residency winner, M.Z. Medenciy received an International Latino Book Award, Daniel Victor won the North Street Book Prize as the $10,000 Grand Prize Winner, and Helen Montague Foster was named the 2024 Atmosphere Press Book of the Year. And they’re not alone — dozens of Atmosphere authors have gone on to receive prestigious honors. Could your book be next?
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Is Atmosphere Press a traditional publisher or a vanity press?
Neither. We’re a selective hybrid publisher: our editors accept only the manuscripts we believe in, and authors invest in their book’s production while keeping full rights to their work.
What does it cost to publish with you?
Publishing with Atmosphere is an investment that varies by book and package. If your manuscript is selected, we’ll walk you through exact pricing on your discovery call — no surprises, full transparency. Our publishing packages and author contract are public, so you can review everything before you commit to anything.
Do I keep the rights to my book?
Yes — 100%. Our author-first contract leaves ownership with you, always.
What happens after I submit my manuscript?
Our professional team evaluates your work, and you’ll hear from us within two weeks. If your book makes it through initial review, we’ll schedule a pitch meeting to discuss potential publication.
Am I committing to anything by submitting?
No. Submitting your manuscript is free, and your work stays yours — we’ll never share it or your information.
Why should I publish with Atmosphere Press?
Founded in Austin, Texas in 2015 by an author and PhD in Literature, Atmosphere Press is the selective hybrid publisher whose books win more awards than any other. Our author satisfaction is unparalleled in the industry. If your book is selected for publication with Atmosphere, you’ll get to work with amazing people, and you’ll have a great time doing it.