For Writers
A True Partnership
We are a human-centered, independent publishing house dedicated to a collaborative process, a transparent business model, and a deep respect for the author's vision.
Our Commitment to Support Diverse and Unique Voices
Our commitment goes beyond publishing books, but to build a home where authentic, bold, and diverse narratives can thrive. This is our vision on how we will bring that commitment to life for every author we co-create with.
A Collaborative Process: Honoring the Author’s Vision
Your voice is the soul of your work, and our process is designed to amplify it, not change it. You are a vital participant in every step of the creative journey. From the collaborative dialogue with our editors to the final decisions on your book's design, your vision is respected and central to the process. We are the stewards of your story, not just its publishers.
An Artistic Approach: Crafting Something Memorable
At Front Porch we believe your story as a piece of art. We are committed to an artistic approach, making sure your work is presented with the quality and editorial design it merits. Every cover, every page, and every material choice is an intentional act designed to create a book that readers will not just read, but cherish.
A Shared Journey: Connecting Your Story with Its Community
Our philosophy is to collaborate with you to identify how to connect with the people who will most deeply resonate with your story. Together, we will build bridges; through our platform, our community events, and our network, to connect your story with the community that is waiting to discover your talent and the stories you have to share.
Our Commitment: A Mutual Partnership
Our goal is not just to publish books, but to build a home where authentic, daring, and diverse narratives can thrive in all possible ways. This extends on how we conceive our relationship with authors, a partnership built on a foundation of transparency, collaboration, and a generous royalty model.
Explore Front Porch
We believe a great partnership starts with an open conversation Here are a few ways to get to know us, our philosophy, and our community.
Learn about us, our vision of the literary world, the story behind Front Porch, the mission and values that guide our publishing house.
Get to Know Us
Meet the contributors who help shape the vision, growth, and impact of our publishing house, working with us to bring our mission to life.
Meet The Circle
Discover stories, essays, interviews, news, and conversations that explore the diverse identity of the South and the art of storytelling.
Visit Our Blog
If you have a question, a comment, a great idea or just feel like saying hello, please contact us! We will be happy to hear from you.
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We're Looking for the New Stories of the South
Our submission window is not open just yet, but our search has already begun. We seek the untold and necessary stories, the underrepresented voices that tell the unique realities of the American South.
If you've written a story that feels both rooted and bold, we want to know about it.