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We are looking for our next obsession. If you've written a queer romance that deserves to exist in print, this is where you start.

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Who We Are

An Independent
Publisher with an
In-House Agent.

India's first founder-led publishing house built around queer romance: BL, GL, fantasy romance, danmei-inspired fiction. No agents to chase. No years in a pile. We handle everything, end to end.

The story doesn't end on the last page. That's where the fandom starts.
Bright Tide Media Studios
How We Publish

Two models
of publishing.

The Traditional Model

We invest. You write.

We cover all costs. You focus entirely on the story. Industry-standard royalties on every copy sold.

  • Full editorial suite
  • Cover design & interior formatting
  • Copyright & contract handling
  • Print and digital distribution
  • Marketing & fandom campaign
  • In-house literary agent
  • One dedicated contact, start to finish

The Co-Investment Model

Shared risk. Higher reward.

Both sides contribute. Both sides earn more. All the same support, plus a higher royalty split and more creative say.

  • Everything in the Traditional Model
  • Shared budget (agreed upfront, transparent)
  • Higher royalty split in your favour
  • Greater creative input on key decisions
  • Full spend and earnings transparency
Not sure which fits? Email us: agent@brighttidestudios.com
Query Guidelines

What to Send ✦

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  • 1
    Query Letter250–350 words. Hook first, then stakes.
  • 2
    First 5–10 PagesIn the email body, not attached.
  • 3
    The BasicsWord count, genre, audience (Adult / NA / YA).
  • 4
    Two Comp TitlesPublished in the last 5 years.
  • 5
    Author BioCredits if any + why this story is yours to tell.
  • 6
    SynopsisDon't send upfront. We'll ask for it separately.
Please Don't Send

Not Looking For

✕ Attachments for first pages ✕ Synopsis upfront ✕ Straight romance ✕ Non-queer fiction ✕ Fantasy with no romance core ✕ Multiple projects at once

We represent queer romance only: BL, GL, sapphic, MLM, fantasy romance with queer leads.

Still unsure?

If your story sits at the edge of these genres, email us before querying. We'd rather you ask than not.

The Practical Stuff

Good to Know
Before You Send.

Response Time
8–12 Weeks

If you haven't heard back after 12 weeks, you can send one follow-up.

Simultaneous Submissions
Yes ✦

We accept them, just let us know immediately if you get an offer elsewhere.

Subject Line Format
QUERY: [Title]
by [Your Name]

Use this exact format so your email gets to the right place.

Submission Disclaimer By querying Bright Tide Media Studios, you confirm that the submitted work is original, entirely your own, and not currently under contract or exclusive submission elsewhere. We treat all queries and manuscripts with strict confidentiality. We will not share, reproduce, or distribute your work. If your submission is not selected, your materials will not be retained beyond the review period. Simultaneous submissions are accepted; please notify us immediately if your work receives an offer from another publisher. Bright Tide Media Studios reserves the right to decline submissions without providing detailed feedback.

Ready? Send It.

Fill in the query form below and we'll read it.

✉ agent@brighttidestudios.com
Subject line: QUERY: [Title] by [Your Name]

Any questions? Here is our open query form.

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