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Voices Imprint / Short Story Publishing
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Short Story Publishing Package UK
The Voices imprint offers a Short Story Publishing Package UK for adults working on short stories, chapbooks, poetry pamphlets or hybrid pieces up to 5,000 words – with a £150 basic package, optional illustrations, and custom quotes for longer works.
Overview
A dedicated imprint for short, powerful work
The Voices imprint specialises in short-form publishing: compact stories, small collections, poetry pamphlets, hybrid experiments, or reflective personal pieces. It is designed for writers who want a beautifully made small-run book without navigating commercial publishing structures.
Our Short Story Publishing Package UK offers an accessible way to turn a short manuscript into a physical book, with support tailored to adult writers who value creative control, clarity and honesty.
Package
The Voices basic package – £150
Our basic Short Story Publishing Package UK is ideal for manuscripts up to 5,000 words and includes:
Interior layout & design
Clean, elegant typesetting suited to short stories, hybrid work or poetry pamphlets. We ensure good readability and a professional visual finish.
10 printed copies
A short run of 10 printed copies of your book – perfect for gifts, launches, local events, readings, or personal milestones.
Optional illustrations
You may include your own illustrations, or we can suggest simple line-art or stock options. (Any illustration sourcing or bespoke artwork is quoted separately.)
Longer manuscripts or multi-piece collections can be supported through a custom quote.
Who it’s for
Writers who want a small, beautiful book
The Voices imprint is designed for adults who want to bring a short project into the world in a meaningful, affordable way. It suits:
- Writers with a single short story they’d like to showcase.
- Small poetry pamphlets or micro-collections.
- Hybrid work that blends genres or forms.
- Writers preparing a keepsake book for an event or reading.
- Emerging authors wanting an introductory publication experience.
This is a celebratory, small-press-style service – not a substitute for commercial publication, and never presented as such.
Process
How the Voices publishing process works
1. Initial enquiry
Email us with a short description of your project, including word count and whether you want illustrations.
2. Proposal & quote
We confirm if your work fits the basic £150 package and provide a clear quote for longer manuscripts or additional design needs if required.
3. Editing & layout
Light editorial work and layout are completed, then you receive a digital proof for review before anything goes to print.
4. Print run
We arrange printing of your 10 copies through our UK suppliers, with delivery straight to your door.
5. Optional extras
Additional copies, illustration work, or support with launches can be added if needed.
6. Aftercare
We offer gentle guidance on sharing your book locally or using it to support future submissions or readings.
Next steps
Start your Voices project
If our Short Story Publishing Package UK sounds right for your short story, pamphlet or creative hybrid project, the next step is simply to get in touch.