D’Aulnoy Editions is an indie book publisher specializing in narrative nonfiction, memoir, social sciences, fiction, and anthologies. We like authentic, approachable, and compelling writing by emerging authors with something to say. We’re proudly women-owned and based in East Atlanta Village.
Reading Periods
D’Aulnoy Editions is open to submissions during two reading periods each year:
- Spring Reading Period: April 20 – June 20
- Summer Reading Period: July 22 – September 22
Who was Madame d’Aulnoy? Read our founding story.
From Our Blog
What Are Your Goals for This Book?
One of the first questions you should ask yourself when planning your book marketing – or perhaps even before starting to plan or outline your book – is why you want to write this book. And I d...
What Are Option Clauses?
What’s first right of refusal? Can I snag a two-book deal? Is an option clause good or bad? You did it! You conquered the hard part of writing a manuscript, and now you’ve snagged the attention...
What is a Grant of Rights?
The Grant of Rights identifies how and what rights are being conveyed to the publisher. You did it! You conquered the hard part of writing a manuscript, and now you’ve . . ....
Common Terms and Phrases in Publishing Contracts
What’s an Initial Delivery Date? What’s a rider? Our glossary reviews some common terms used in publishing contracts. You did it! You conquered the hard part of writing a manuscript, . . ....
Happy Grades Wins IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award for Teen Nonfiction
Happy Grades Workbook, Tricia Underwood’s debut guide, won the prestigious IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award in the Teen Nonfiction category. To be completely honest, at least two of our team members . ....
Founding Story: d’Aulnoy Editions
Marie-Catherine Le Jumel de Barneville – known as Madame or Countess d’Aulnoy (/dol-ˈnwɑː/) – was a 17th-century French writer, lover, and possible spy. Credited with coining the term “fair...