Who we are?
Ridan is a traditional publisher not a vanity press or pay-for-services organization. We are classified as a "small press" and focus on a core group of books and authors.  We anticipate 3 - 5 authors to be per year. We are currently focusing on works of fiction. In addition to providing typical publishing activities: editing, interior layout, design, back of book copy, printing, electronic book production, and distribution we also provide marketing services. We were formed in April of 2007 and are actively seeking high quality authors to add to our ranks.

Where can I buy Ridan books?
All books produce by Ridan are available on-line at major retailers such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Alibris.com. They are also  available through virtually any bookstore via the Ingram Distribution service.  In general, books from "small publishers" are not routinely stocked as shelf space is limited and in many times paid for by the large publishing houses. However, you can always go the the Information desk with the ISBN and they will order it for you. In some cases, the book store may require pre-payment.

While you can obtain Ridan books through standard distribution channels,  this has a significant impact on the amount of money flowing to the author as the retail chain takes 40% - 55% "off the top". Whenever possible we recommend buying direct from the author either here at the Ridan Store, or through the author's homepages (many of which offer discounted books). We will always offer the books at a discount and will even provide them with author signatures if you desire.

How can I submit a book for publication?
Ridan maintains a high standard of excellence and becoming published through us is not an easy task. We reject 99.9% of all queries and partials that we receive.  We are looking for works that are well written and compelling. We recommend that you review some of our author's work as a comparison and if you think your writing is up to their standard then by all means we'd be interested in looking at it.  The submission guidelines are provided here

1. Please include a cover letter with the following information:

• Title, word count, genre, and author contact information - don't forget your email address
• Brief description (two paragraph) summary of your work: See samples on books on this site for example

2. A one page synopsis of the novel

3. Chapters 1 - 3 or the first 50 pages whichever is less

• Format should be double spaced with 1" margins using Times New Roman 12 point font.
• Use italics instead of underlining for text to be highlighted.
• Be sure every page has your name and email in the header or footer.
• Make sure page numbers are provided on each page

If submitting by mail (not preferred) Do not send a SASE envelope - we will not be returning any materials sent to us and will instead recycle them. We prefer submissions by email with attachments.

NOTE: Failure to follow the instructions posted may result in your submission being discarded. It shouldn't have to be said, and yet we still receive hundreds of submissions that don't follow these guidelines. Part of what publishers are looking for are people that conduct themselves professionally and following posted guidelines is a good indication of that.

At this time we are only accepting fiction submissions. Ridan is not currently pursuing nonfiction works. Please refer to the following list for genres we are accepting submissions for:

• Fantasy - Full novel length works, especially those in a series
• Teen and Tween Novels - Short story, serials, and full length novels
• Young Adult - in any genre except romance, or science fiction.
• General fiction - Full novel length as well as short story anthologies
• Science Fiction - we are sorry, we are not accepting submissions at this time
• Romance & Erotica - we are sorry, we are not accepting submissions at this time

We accept both new and previously represented authors. An agent representative is not required. Please allow 6 - 8 weeks for review. If you have not heard about your submission feel free to query as to its status.

You can send us an documents via email at robin.sullivan.dc@gmail.com or via snail mail at:

Ridan Publishing
9685 Lindenbrook Street
Fairfax VA, 22031