Dee Marley, the brain behind Historium Press, took a good look at the traditional publishing scene and noticed something missing. Lots of amazing historical books were flying under the radar, left unpublished and unnoticed. So, Marley had this lightbulb moment: why not start a press that sits right in the middle of self-publishing and the traditional route? Her goal was simple: to pick books based on their quality, and to give historical authors, who have spent years of research and hard work, a chance in the publishing world without spending more years waiting for a word of recognition from the traditional publishing world. With Historium Press, authors do not need to worry about falling prey to vanity presses, as well, who only care about the money and not on the author. Hybrid is a new way to publish and is making a splash in the vast world of traditional publishing, even to the point that other traditional publishers are now opening their own hybrid platforms!! (Yes, this is happening! Ask Simon & Schuster!!) Historium Press offers the same platform as the big boys at a fraction of the cost of what they charge!!
Historium Press specializes in historical fiction, covering everything from literary and fantasy to mystery, romance, and more. They also dive into nonfiction. They take manuscripts and turn them into beautiful, polished books, handling everything from printing to digital publication. Their hybrid approach means authors get their work out there faster without sacrificing quality. They use traditional distribution channels to make sure books end up where they'll be seen. Plus, they're all about keeping up the management and quality of both new and older titles for the lifetime of all books published under their imprint.
Marley wants Historium Press authors to be more than just writers; she wants them to be savvy about the whole publishing game, helping them become entrepreneurs, branded authors with a fan-base, and helping each author create a business around their novels. Hybrid means that Historium Press becomes your publishing partner without an author sacrificing royalties or rights. You keep them all! That's why they offer top-notch educational support, helping authors understand the ins and outs of the industry. With a growing list of titles under their belt, Historium Press is ready for even more innovation and success.
Marley knows the struggles historical authors face in the traditional publishing world, after all, she's a historical author as well. That's why Historium Press keeps things cozy, publishing fewer than 20 titles a year. Each author gets personal attention from editing to getting their book out there. For authors feeling lost in the crowded publishing world, Historium Press offers a way in and a chance to shine. Their books have already won awards and gained recognition in indie circles.
And it's not just about the books. Historium Press is all about building a community. They're teaming up with book clubs, influencers, and even film studios to make sure their authors' voices are heard loud and clear. With a passionate team behind them, Historium Press is excited about what the future holds. Their mission is clear: to support new voices and show that hybrid publishing can be a game-changer. Marley is determined to keep pushing for a fairer, more inclusive publishing world, and she's confident Historium Press will lead the way.
SUBMIT YOUR MANUSCRIPT TODAY to historiumpublisher@gmail.com with a query letter, synopsis, and the first 50 pages of your manuscript. As a hybrid publisher, we do not accept all submission, the same as a traditional publisher; but when we do accept a manuscript, we vow to give you, the author, a publisher who is as passionate about your story as you were about writing it.
Learn more at www.thehistoricalfictioncompany.com/historium-press
I have a question I don't see addressed in the blog or anywhere else on the site. What is the end date for what Historium Press considers historical fiction?