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Tree of Life Books cultivates established and emerging authors with compelling stories to tell. Our team has over 60 years of combined editorial and storytelling experience, and we have devoted our lives to helping authors add their voices to the cultural conversation. We work with authors from all walks of life, including those who have been excluded from traditional publishing. We publish fiction of all genres, nonfiction, memoir, poetry, and YA. 

We believe publishers are not gatekeepers but rather collaborators. As your teammates, we work closely with you on all steps of the writing and publishing process from developing your story to producing an award-winning book with stunning visuals. Our business is collaborative: We are publishing experts, but you are the expert of your own story.  

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Tree of Life Books is thrilled to announce our inaugural Fantasy Short Story Contest, a celebration of imagination, storytelling, and the rich tapestry of cultures that shape the worlds we create. Fantasy as a genre can be quite broad, and whether your story weaves a tale of ancient legends, forgotten gods, or the threads of magic that twist through our everyday lives, Tree of Life welcomes you to submit your story!<div>Stories have the power to connect people across time, place, and tradition. We are especially interested in narratives inspired by community, cultural heritage, and the diverse experiences that make our world—and our imagined worlds—so compelling. Regardless of your background, we encourage all writers to share stories that bring fresh perspectives and unique voices to the fantasy genre.</div><div>We are seeking adult fantasy short stories (3,000-7,500 words). A select group of standout stories will be published in Tree of Life’s very first fantasy short story anthology. Our lovely guest judge, USA Today bestselling author I.V. Ophelia, will decide the top three cash prize winners.</div><div>This is your opportunity to showcase your creativity, reach new readers, and be part of an inaugural collection dedicated to the magic of storytelling. Whether you’re a seasoned author or submitting your first fantasy tale, we invite all fantasy writers to join us on this exciting journey.</div><div><b>The adventure begins here. Submit your story and let your imagination take root!</b></div><div><br></div>

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