Get Published with Living Well Books
Do you have an idea for a book but feel unsure about how to take it from a draft to a finished publication?
Living Well Books works with authors and creators who want to publish meaningful books that inform, inspire, support or bring joy to others. We provide friendly, practical guidance throughout the publishing process—without taking away your voice or creative identity.
What we publish
We are particularly interested in:
- Wellbeing and personal-development books
- Mental health and psychology resources
- Menopause and midlife wellbeing
- Journals, planners and workbooks
- Colouring and creative-wellbeing books
- Children’s books and activity books
- Neurodiversity and inclusive resources
- Memoirs and books based on lived experience
- Other projects that reflect the Living Well values
You do not need to be an experienced author. We welcome enquiries from first-time writers, professionals, artists and creators with a strong idea and something meaningful to share.
Support shaped around your project
Every book is different. Depending on what you need, Living Well Books may be able to help with:
- Developing your initial idea
- Planning and structuring your book
- Manuscript feedback
- Editing and proofreading
- Cover and interior design
- Formatting for print and digital publication
- Preparing files for publication
- Publishing guidance
- Creating your author profile
- Showcasing your work through Living Well Collective
- Marketing ideas and launch support
You remain an important part of every decision. Our aim is to help you create a professional book that still feels unmistakably yours.
How it works
1. Tell us about your idea
Complete the short enquiry form and tell us about your book, your intended readers and how far you have already progressed.
2. We review your project
We will consider whether your idea fits the purpose and values of Living Well Books and identify the type of support you may need.
3. Receive a clear proposal
If your project is suitable, we will explain the recommended next steps, the services included, expected timescales and any costs before you decide whether to continue.
4. Create and publish your book
We will work with you through the agreed stages to prepare your book for publication and help you introduce it to readers.
Join the Living Well Collective
Authors and creators who publish with Living Well Books may also be invited to join Living Well Collective—our growing community of authors, illustrators, artists and wellbeing creators.
Collective members can receive a dedicated creator profile, showcase their books and projects, and become part of a supportive network united by the belief that creativity can help people live well.
Ready to share your idea?
You do not need to have everything worked out before contacting us. Whether you have a completed manuscript, an early draft or simply an idea you cannot stop thinking about, we would love to hear more.
Tell us about your book
[Submit a Publishing Enquiry]
Publishing enquiry form
Please include:
- Your name
- Email address
- Working title of your book
- Type of book
- Intended audience
- Short description of your idea
- Current stage of the project
- Approximate word count, if known
- Type of support you are looking for
- Relevant website or social-media links
- An optional manuscript sample or document upload
Submitting an enquiry does not guarantee that a project will be accepted. Any services, costs, responsibilities, royalties and publication arrangements will be clearly explained and agreed in writing before work begins.