Welcome to Acorn & Ink Publishing

At Acorn & Ink Publishing, we believe every great story deserves a passionate publishing team behind it.

Founded by Kelly Lacey and Dwayne Mathers, Acorn & Ink Publishing was created with one simple goal: to champion exceptional storytelling while putting authors at the heart of everything we do.

We know that every manuscript represents months, often years, of dedication, creativity and hard work. That’s why we’re committed to building genuine partnerships with our authors, offering personal support, transparent communication and a collaborative publishing experience from manuscript to publication and beyond.

Whether you’re a debut novelist taking your first steps into publishing or an established author looking for a new publishing home, we’re passionate about discovering stories that captivate readers and leave a lasting impression.

We publish across all fiction genres, welcoming novellas and full-length novels, as well as standalone books and series.

Our vision is simple:

Great stories. Great authors. Lasting partnerships.

Submissions

We are currently open for submissions.

If you’re ready to share your story with us, we’d love to hear from you.

We are currently accepting:

All fiction genres
Novellas
Full-length novels
Standalone books
Series

Please include:

The first four chapters of your manuscript.
A brief synopsis.
A short author biography.

Please submit your manuscript only once. As we carefully review every submission we receive, it may take us some time to respond. We appreciate your patience and promise every manuscript will receive the consideration it deserves.

We currently offer 40% royalties on net receipts.

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Complete your submission here:

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Meet Our Authors

At Acorn & Ink Publishing, we’re proud to represent talented storytellers who bring unforgettable characters, compelling narratives and exceptional writing to readers across a range of fiction genres.

Jackie McLean

Acclaimed Scottish crime writer Jackie McLean is known for creating gripping mysteries, compelling characters and atmospheric crime fiction. Her storytelling has earned her a loyal following, and we’re delighted to be publishing her work as part of an exciting three-book partnership with Acorn & Ink Publishing.

F.E. Birch

Former police officer, award-winning businesswoman and acclaimed crime writer F.E. Birch brings a wealth of real-world experience to every novel she writes. Known for her authentic investigations, dark twists and unforgettable characters, we’re thrilled to welcome her to Acorn & Ink Publishing on a two-book deal.

Abigail Osborne

Award-winning author Abigail Osborne writes gripping psychological thrillers that explore the darker side of human nature. With compelling characters, emotional depth and expertly crafted suspense, her novels keep readers guessing until the very last page. We’re proud to publish Abigail’s work and look forward to bringing more of her thrilling stories to readers.

Gary Donnelly

Belfast-born crime writer Gary Donnelly is acclaimed for his atmospheric, intelligent and authentic crime fiction. Drawing on Northern Ireland’s rich and complex history, his novels combine compelling investigations with unforgettable characters and a powerful sense of place. We’re delighted to welcome Gary to Acorn & Ink Publishing and look forward to sharing his gripping stories with readers.

Roxan Burley

Roxan Burley writes immersive fantasy fiction filled with unforgettable characters, imaginative worlds and compelling adventures. Her captivating storytelling and distinctive voice make her a wonderful addition to the Acorn & Ink Publishing family, and we’re excited to share her enchanting stories with readers.