Listed below are many of the questions we are asked most frequently. If you cannot find an answer to your question, please e-mail info@waterbrookmultnomah.com.
Please take a minute to look through the FAQ list before writing to us–as a personalized answer may take up to two weeks to receive a response.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
GENERAL
ACADEMIC RESOURCES
EDITORIAL
- Can I submit my manuscript to WaterBrook Press?
- If I describe my book in an e-mail message, can you tell me if you want to look at it?
- Can you recommend an agent for my work?
- Can you tell me more about how to get published?
- Do you employ freelance readers?
INTERNATIONAL & DOMESTIC SUB-RIGHTS
PERMISSIONS & REVIEWS
- How can I get permission to use part of a book?
- I write for a newspaper (online service, etc.), and I’d like to request a review copy of a book.
PURCHASING
- I’m a retailer – How can I order books?
- I’m a church, ministry or corporation – How can I buy books in bulk quantities?
- How do I find an out-of-print book?
There are no open positions at this time, but you can submit your resume to us at info@waterbrookmultnomah.com. If something becomes available for your qualifications, we will contact you.
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GENERAL
How do I write to an author?
Send your letter to the author in care of our publicity department at the address above. Your letter will be forwarded.
Unfortunately, we cannot forward email to authors, nor can we give out authors’ email or postal addresses. You may want to check the “About Our Authors” page to link to some of authors’ websites where you may be able to email the author directly.
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EDITORIAL
Can I submit my manuscript to WaterBrook Multnomah ?
Due to limited openings in our editorial list, WaterBrook Multnomah, including the Shaw Books imprint, is no longer giving consideration to unsolicited materials unless presented to us by literary agents.
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If I describe my book in an email message, can you tell me if you want to look at it?
Sorry, no. We do not accept queries via email or otherwise.
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Can you recommend an agent for my work?
We do not make agent recommendations. If you are looking for an agent, two good resources to start your search with are The Literary Marketplace and Sally Stuart’s Christian Writers Market Guide 2008 edition.
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Can you tell me more about how to get published?
The best thing you can do is learn as much as you can about how publishing actually works. One of the best resources for information is your local library. There, you should be able to find books that explain the publishing process from beginning to end.
We know you put a great deal of effort into your work. As you pursue other avenues of publication, we recommend these resources to assist your efforts:
Sally Stuart’s Christian Writers Market Guide
A resource listing Christian markets open to writers. Includes book publishers, periodicals, and Christian literary agents.
http://www.stuartmarket.com
The Writer’s Edge Manuscript Service
Manuscripts that meet basic publishing standards are included in a monthly listing sent to more than 45 Christian publishers. There is a fee for this service. The Writer’s Edge, P.O. Box 1266, Wheaton, IL 60189.
Email: writersedge@usa.net
http://members.xoom.com/WRITERSEDGE
American Christian Writers
A ministry providing educational and motivational resources to writers and speakers. There is a fee for the writers conferences and critique services. American Christian Writers, P.O. Box 110390, Nashville, TN 37222. Phone: 615-834-0450 or 800-21-WRITE.
http://www.ecpa.org/ACW
Christian Manuscript Submissions.com: The ECPA Manuscript Service
Post your proposals on-line in a private environment for Evangelical Christian Publishers Association (ECPA) publishers’ viewing. There is a fee for this service. Electronic submissions only.
http://www.ChristianManuscriptSubmissions.com
The Christian Communicator Manuscript Critique Service
Providing Christian writers with manuscript and/or proposal critiques, e-mail and audio writing courses, books and pamphlets. There is a fee for these services. Susan Titus Osborn, 3133 Puente Street, Fullerton, CA 92835.
Email: Susanosb@aol.com.
http://www.christiancommunicator.com
www.xlibris.com
A leading online provider of direct publishing access for authors.
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Do you employ freelance readers?
No, we do not use freelance readers.
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INTERNATIONAL & DOMESTIC SUB-RIGHTS
Who do I talk to about the translation rights for one of your books?
If you are a publisher with sub-rights interests in one of our publications, please forward requests for information to info@waterbrookmultnomah.com
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How can I get permission to use part of a book?
Since many requests require research, please submit your request as early as possible. It takes approximately 3-5 weeks to receive a written response to your request.
Your request should be as complete as possible. Please provide the following information:
- Title and author of the book from which you wish to reprint
- The imprint (WaterBrook or Multnomah)
- ISBN (the number which appears on the back cover above the bar code)
- The exact material you wish to reprint. Please provide copies of our material in context as well as the page numbers on which this material appears in our book.
- How the material will be used (i.e. Bible study handout; an excerpt in a book, newsletter, or magazine)
- For groups and individuals: total number of copies you wish to make
- For magazines, newsletters: total circulation of your magazine
- For books: total anticipated print run of your publication in which our material will appear
- For books, magazines, newsletters: your retail price or subscription fee, if any
- Nonprofit status, if applicable
- Any time considerations we should be aware of
- Any other information that may be unique to your request
- A self-addressed stamped envelope would be appreciated
- A permission fee may apply based upon the quantity of material excerpted and the total print run.
Please send your written request with the above information to:
Random House, Inc.
Copyright & Permissions Department
1745 Broadway
New York, NY 10019
Fax: 212/572-6066
For your convenience, we have created a form to be filled out and submitted by mail or fax for your individual permission request.
CLICK HERE FOR PERMISSIONS FORM.
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I write for a newspaper (online service, etc.), and I’d like to request a review copy of a book.
To request review copies and author information from individual imprints, you may send written requests to our publicity department at the address or fax number above.
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PURCHASING
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How do I find an out-of-print book?
Our online catalog only carries a listing of WaterBrook Multnomah books currently in print. A good source for information on out-of-print books is Bibliofind.
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I’m a ministry or corporation. How can I buy books in bulk quantities?
Most WaterBrook Multnomah products are available in special quantity discounts when purchased in bulk by corporations, non-profit organizations and special interest groups. Custom imprinting or excerpting can also be done to fit special needs. Please call (800) 603-7051 ext. 895672 or email specialmarkets@waterbrookmultnomah.com. Please note there is a $500 order minimum (retail value) to open an account. Existing accounts, can also contact customer service at (800) 733-3000.
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