FAQs
Q. Can I submit my book to Seren for publication?
Seren is currently accepting submissions. Please consult our Submissions Policy page for our guidelines and tips on getting published.
Q. Can I submit illustrations and artwork for consideration?
You are welcome to submit your portfolio for consideration. If your work is suited to one of our books then we will be in touch. Please contact simonhicks@serenbooks.com for more information on submitting artwork.
Q. How do I apply for a job or work experience at Seren?
We're not currently advertising for any job positions. If you'd like to apply for work experience with Seren contact Mick Felton at mickfelton@serenbooks.com. You must have completed your A Levels to be eligible for a placement.
Q. Does Seren publish ebooks and, if so, where can I buy them?
Yes, many of our titles are available as ebooks, from all good ebook retailers. You can also purchase ebooks directly on our website. See About Ebooks for more information.
Q. How can I request a review copy of a book?
If you work in the media or have a blog and would like to request a review copy please email, sarahjohnson@serenbooks.com with details of the publication or blog you wish to review the book for, using the title of the book as the subject line.
Q. How can I request permission to use an extract from a Seren book?
Seren controls and asserts intellectual property rights for all poets it publishes according to © International Copyright Law. This establishes the right of the author to be recognised as the creator of the work, prevents derogatory changes to the work, and supports their economic right to receive fair reward for use of that work by others. For more information or to make a permissions request please visit the permissions request page.
Q. How can I find out if rights are available for a particular book?
Please visit our permissions request page to contact us about acquiring translation rights for our books.
Q. Does Seren offer an inspection copy service?
If you work in a school and would like an inspection copy of one of our A Level set texts please contact Simon Hicks. University lecturers considering a book for course adoption should also contact Simon Hicks.
Q. How can I find a book that is no longer in print?
The Seren website features all our titles currently in print. If you cannot find a book then it’s quite likely that it is out of print. In this case our advice would be to try some of the online retailers that specialise in hard-to-find books, such as Abebooks and The Book Depository.