SUBMISSIONS

Civiel Publishing welcomes work of intellectual depth, stylistic discipline, and enduring relevance.

We publish nonfiction across law, politics, philosophy, psychology, and the broader humanities, writing that sharpens thought, refines public discourse, and stands the test of time.

Submissions are reviewed with discretion and high standards. We seek authors whose work embodies clarity, originality, and the courage to think seriously in an unserious age.

What We Publish

Civiel considers the following categories:

• Book Manuscripts

Full-length nonfiction works in law, political theory, philosophy, psychology, or cultural analysis.

• Essays & Long-Form Commentary

2,000–10,000 words on contemporary issues, intellectual life, or the human condition.

• Academic Manuscript Adaptations

Scholarly work shaped for a broader, educated readership while maintaining conceptual rigour.

• Special Projects

Select narrative nonfiction, speeches, and projects exploring ideas that shape public understanding.

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Submission Requirements

For manuscripts please provide:

• A one-page synopsis

• Table of contents

• The first 1–3 chapters or up to 7,500 words

• A short author biography (150–250 words)

• Intended audience and purpose of the work

• Any prior publishing history

For essays please provide:

• Final essay in full

• Title and word count

• Short author note (50–100 words)

Formatting Guidelines

• PDF or .docx only

• 12-point serif font

• Double-spaced (for manuscripts)

• English-language submissions only

• No handwritten or scanned documents

Submissions that do not follow these guidelines may not be reviewed.

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Worth Noting

  • Authors retain full rights to their work unless a publishing agreement is signed.

    Civiel reviews only original, unpublished writing. Previously published work must be clearly disclosed.

    Plagiarism, AI-generated submissions presented as original, and uncredited derivative work will not be considered.

  • We review submissions with care.

    Response times are typically 4–8 weeks.

    Only shortlisted authors receive editorial feedback or requests for additional material.

  • Civiel exists for writers committed to precision, depth, and intellectual integrity.
    If your work reflects these values, we look forward to reading it.