eballiance publishes fiction which reflects a hopeful view and good values. At this time, our interest is in novels and short stories. If you have manuscripts which may be of interest, please consider the following.

The book must be:

· Character centred, as the reader identifies with interesting characters.

· Based on a strong plot, providing the framework for exciting fiction.

· Written in an easily accessible style. Descriptions need to be graphic to allow the reader to see the setting. The subject needs to appeal to the modern reader.

Our priorities when assessing the suitability of a script:

· Has the novel a well developed plot?

· Does the first chapter (especially the first page) grip the reader? Is there every incentive to read on?

· Can the reader identify with the main character? Has the character credible emotions and life style.

· Is the writer using modern, everyday and easily understood language?

· Are sentences the required length?

· Are the dialogues in line with the character and do they further the plot?

· Is the ending effective?

· Does the novel have between 50,000 - 200,00 words?

· Is the author positive about people?

When submitting a manuscript:

We require the first chapter and synopsis in hard copy or e-mail in "M S Word" or send on floppy disc in the same format. A SAE must be sent if anything is to be returned. This first submission must be of 3-4 pages with an indication of where chapters start and finish. Short stories should be treated in the same way. We do not have time to read excess material so a letter is not necessary unless it contains special information which is vital to the understanding of the literature. We are happy to publish work which has been (or is to be) published in paper book form, providing we have some written evidence that this is acceptable to the other publisher.

Our reply will be in the form of a letter, giving an assessment of the work. This may vary from immediate interest to comments on the fact that the author has potential but requires assistance or training. In that case, we may offer the training as necessary. There will be some who do not submit the type of literature we would want to publish. In that case we would make that clear. Our policy is to treat authors with respect and encouragement. We all know how it feels to be an aspiring author!