Lemures /ˈlɛmjəriːz/ is the latin word for restless spirits of the dead, which were considered frightening or troublesome and had to be appeased with household rituals. We thought this was fitting as Lemures Books is essentially the ghost of Dink Press.
What kinds of work do you publish?
We primarily publish experimental works of poetry, fiction, and theatre. As of right now, our primary focus is on publishing shorter works (chapbooks, novellas, etc.). In the future we plan on expanding to larger media.
How can I get published?
Please read our submission guidelines here.
How do you compensate your authors?
At this time, we pay authors $1 USD per copy sold at full price, plus a number of free copies.
Is there a submission fee?
No, and there never will be.
How can I contact an author?
We aren't entirely sure. We have trouble getting ahold of them ourselves. However, authors are free to list their personal websites, social media handles, and email addresses to any 'about' sections in their books.
What if I want a title that is out of print?
In a nod to Derek Beaulieu, we will be offering free downloadable PDFs of all of our out of print titles. Link forthcoming.
Do you offer review copies?
Yes, however, we only offer digital review copies (PDFs) for forthcoming and recent titles. You will not receive a physical copy of the title you're looking to review. To request a review copy, email us at [email protected] with "Review Copy Request" in the subject line.
How can I request a catalog?
Catalogs, once they're ready, will be posted as downloadable PDFs on the site. Link forthcoming.
Are there any other publishers you would recommend?