Writing and Publishing are two different things, each with its own challanges. Majority of the aspiring authors are stuck at one or both. Litlinks is here to handhold, and get your book out there.

Litlinks by HSD Ascent is an author-driven independent self-publishing house based in Canada, committed to discovering and nurturing diverse voices. While we primarily focus on publishing works by Canadian authors, we also welcome submissions from talented writers around the world. Our self-publishing program includes both fiction and non-fiction across a wide range of genres.

Get our self-publishing services catalogue, choose what you need, and we will get you started. Submit now: 

What to include in your submission?

1. INTRODUCTORY EMAIL

Tell us a little about yourself and your project. This will help us market your work in the most effective way.

Mention your writing background and what inspired you to write this book.

2. SAMPLE MANUSCRIPT

Attach your work as a Word (.docx) file (First 3 chapters only).
(Please do not send links to Google Drive, or other cloud platforms.)

For ghostwriting, share as many details as possible about your vision—your story idea, characters, tone, and themes—to help us bring it to life exactly as you imagine.

Your manuscript should include:

Author biography: A short overview of who you are, including relevant writing experience or publishing history.

Contact details: Include your full name, email address, and city or country of residence.

Project summary (This will help us suggest the right marketing options for your book): What is your book about? Why is it significant? Why are you the right person to tell this story? (Providing more details isn’t mandatory, but the more you share, the better we can create a tailored marketing plan for your story)

Manuscript:

We do not accept partial manuscripts. Please submit sample chapters only if your manuscript is complete. We offer editing as a separate service. Our editors will refine, polish, and prepare your work for publication. Editors will guide you in the right direction, suggest changes to the storyline, and help identify gaps or inconsistencies.

3. SYNOPSIS

A one-page synopsis (single-spaced) summarising the complete story, including major plot points and conclusion.

4. LITERARY CV (Optional)

Include a short CV detailing your previous publications, awards, or other relevant experiences (if applicable). Branding a book is more than just designing a cover—it’s about creating a cohesive identity for your book and yourself as an author so readers instantly recognize and connect with you.

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BEFORE YOU SUBMIT

Please ensure your submission chapters are well edited and formatted professionally. Editing is an optional service that can be provided separately if required.

Allow our editorial team to review your submission.

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SEND YOUR SUBMISSION

submissions@hsdascent.com
Subject Line: Submission – [Book Title] (For Ghost Writing, please specify in the mail body)