About Kittery Publishing

Kittery Publishing is an independent publishing studio built around a simple idea: great stories deserve careful editing, thoughtful presentation, and a fair path to publication.

Founded by a longtime professional writer and editor, the studio emphasizes close collaboration with authors, transparent publishing practices, and sustainable production models.

We partner closely with authors, using a mix of experience, modern tools, and selective AI-assisted workflows to bring books to life without unnecessary barriers. Our current focus is on illustrated and family-friendly stories, with plans to expand into other genres as we grow.

We publish a small number of books each year to ensure editorial quality, consistent presentation, and long-term availability. All titles are professionally produced and distributed through major retail and library channels.

Working With Us

Our publishing model

We work with a small number of creators at a time, partnering closely from early development through publication. Our model is designed to be transparent, sustainable, and creator-focused.

What this means in practice

• No upfront publishing fees
• No advances, paired with higher royalty participation
• Clear contracts and defined rights terms
• Professional editorial, design, and production support

Current status

At this stage, partnerships are by invitation only while we continue building our catalog and refining our workflows. We expect to open limited submissions in select genres in the future.

If you’re interested in our approach, feel free to reach out to us with a brief introduction and project overview.