Call for Submissions: Share Your Book with Our Review Panel
We welcome authors of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction to submit their recently published or forthcoming books for review. Our goal is to spotlight voices that challenge, inspire, and expand literary conversations.
Why Submit to Us
- Reach an engaged audience of dedicated readers and critics
- Benefit from thorough, thoughtful critiques that illuminate themes and craft
- Amplify diverse perspectives, with special interest in diasporic and cross-cultural works
- Gain exposure through our website, social channels, and partner platforms
What We’re Looking For
We accept submissions in:
- Poetry collections that explore identity, place, or philosophical depth
- Literary fiction with strong character development and thematic resonance
- Memoirs or essays that interrogate personal and cultural histories
- Critical nonfiction on literature, culture, or the arts
We also consider hybrid forms and experimental works that push genre boundaries.
Submission Guidelines
Please include the following in your email:
- A digital review copy (PDF or EPUB)
- A brief cover letter with:
- Author bio (100–150 words)
- Book title, genre, word count/page count
- One-paragraph synopsis and key themes
- Publication details (publisher name, ISBN, publication date)
- Any review embargo dates or special considerations
Send submissions to koonwoon@gmail.com with the subject line “Book Review Submission: [Your Book Title]”.
Review Process & Timeline
- Acknowledgment of your submission within 5 business days
- Review assignment based on editorial fit and reviewer availability
- Completed review published on our site within 6–8 weeks of assignment
- Author receives a copy of the full review for feedback before posting
Next Steps
If you have questions or need to send physical review copies, please reach out to us at koonwoon@gmail.com. We look forward to discovering your work and sharing it with our community.
Thank you for considering us as a partner in amplifying your literary vision.
For a donation to the Chrysanthemum Literary Society, we will review your book. Please contact Koon Woon, literary consultant, at koonwoon@gmail.com
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