SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

We are interested in publishing high-quality nonfiction from academics and autodidactics that will add to telling the story of African and African American experience. We look for books that convey unconventional arguments, stories, and ideas and not a mainstream analysis of Black life. Grounding Group Publishing publishes nonfiction in the following categories: African American studies, religion, political science, sociology, business, history, anthropology, music, art, sports, women studies, and psychology.  

In order to consider your nonfiction book for potential publication, we need to see a proposal with the following items:

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• A one-sentence summary of your book 

• A brief synopsis of your book in 1–2 paragraphs

• The estimated word count of the final manuscript

• When you expect your manuscript to be completed

• A CV/resume author biography specifying credentials and past publications credit, where appropriate

• A complete table of contents and/or a complete outline of the proposed chapters

• A few sample chapters, preferably the first two

• Any information regarding photographs or artwork for the book

• A description of the target audience and any information about the market

• A list of competing and comparable titles and how your book differs—be sure to tell us what makes your book unique

• A list of four people (at least two who does not know you professionally) that you would recommend for a peer-review.

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You can e-mail your nonfiction proposal directly to groundinggroup@gmail.com.

If you would like to be guaranteed a response, please e-mail your manuscript as we do not accept manuscripts in the mail. Our turnaround time for reviewing proposals ranges from four to six weeks. Telephone solicitations or calls regarding book ideas are not accepted.

Please do not send complete manuscripts unless a specific request is made for one. Thank you for considering Grounding Group Publishing for your book and happy writing.