Introducing Baci Books

Introducing Baci Books — A Young Adult Romance Imprint from The Little Press

Baci Books is the newest imprint from The Little Press, dedicated to publishing heartfelt, swoon-worthy, emotionally rich teen romance.

We’re expanding our YA catalogue and are excited to connect with talented indie authors who have already self-published their work.

Right now, we are specifically open to submissions of previously self-published teen romance novels.

This is a unique opportunity for self-published books to find a traditional publishing home—one with traditional distribution, industry support, and long-term reach.

Why We’re Doing This

Because we know the truth:

✨ There are incredible self-published YA romances out there—real hidden gems.

✨ We want to bring those stories to more readers, more shelves, and more markets.

✨ And we believe that strong indie voices deserve the visibility and support that traditional publishing provides.

What we offer

Accepted projects will receive the full benefits of traditional publication, including:

Full-service national distribution through IPG
Your book will be available everywhere books are sold.
Marketing & promotion from a traditional publisher
Including social media support, promotional strategy, and metadata optimization.
Professional editorial and production support
To prepare your book for wide-market success.
A publishing partner that believes in your story
We are growing this catalogue intentionally, with care and enthusiasm.

If you have a self-published teen romance that deserves wider visibility, we would love to see it.

How to Submit to Baci Books

We are currently accepting submissions for previously self-published teen romance novels.

Step 1: Email Submission Materials

Please use this form to send your submission.

Step 2: Mail a Hard Copy of Your Book

In addition to the email submission, a physical copy of your book must be mailed to be considered:

The Little Press
c/o Michele McAvoy
306 Main Avenue
Wood-Ridge, NJ 07075

Important: Only submissions that include a mailed hard copy will be reviewed.

Submission Policies

All books mailed to The Little Press become the property of The Little Press, regardless of acquisition offer status.
We are unable to return submitted materials.

Response Time

Our review period is up to six (6) months from receipt of materials.
Due to the high volume of submissions, we are unable to respond to every author individually.
If you do not hear from us within six months, please consider it a pass.

Please know that a pass is not a reflection of your talent or the quality of your work. We are a small independent press and, while we are actively working to expand our catalogue, we can only take on a limited number of projects each year.

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The Little Press Launches Baci Books, a New Young Adult Imprint Focused on Teen Romance — Opens Submissions to Previously Self-Published Authors

New Jersey — December 28, 2025 — The Little Press, a traditional indie publisher dedicated to championing fresh voices in children’s and young adult literature, is proud to announce the official launch of Baci Books, a new Young Adult imprint devoted exclusively to teen romance. With this launch, Baci Books is opening submissions for already self-published teen romance novels—offering a unique pathway for standout indie titles to transition into traditional publishing.

“Teen romance is one of the most vibrant, joyful, and binge-worthy spaces in publishing right now,” says Michele Cerullo McAvoy, publisher of The Little Press. “We know there are countless self-published gems out there—books with heart, voice, and real teen connection. Baci Books exists to help those stories find an even bigger home within traditional publishing.”

Why Baci Books Is Prioritizing Previously Self-Published Works

The Little Press recognizes the depth and talent thriving in the self-publishing community. Many indie YA romance authors have cultivated loyal readers, polished their craft, and produced high-quality novels—yet still seek the distribution reach, market presence, and industry support that a traditional publisher can provide.

Baci Books bridges that gap by giving standout self-published YA romance novels a second life with new visibility, broader access, and long-term traditional publishing support.

What Baci Books Offers

Authors accepted into the imprint will receive the full suite of traditional publishing benefits, including:

Nationwide distribution through Independent Publishers Group (IPG)
Ensuring books are available everywhere books are sold—bookstores, libraries, online retailers, schools, and more.
Professional editorial, production, and publishing guidance
Elevating the work to traditional-market quality and standards.
Marketing and promotional support from The Little Press team
Including promotional strategy, social media visibility, metadata optimization, and industry outreach.
A long-term traditional publishing partner
With an imprint intentionally growing a strong catalogue of commercial, heartfelt teen romance.

What We’re Looking For

Baci Books is currently seeking submissions for:

Teen romance novels
That have been previously self-published (ebook, print, or both)
With strong narrative voice, compelling emotional arcs, and authentic teen appeal
Standalone titles or series beginnings welcome

A Unique Opportunity for Indie Authors

“We created Baci Books to build a catalogue rooted in teen connection—and because we know there is incredible work happening in this space that deserves broader visibility,” McAvoy adds. “We also believe that self-published authors are doing incredible work. This imprint allows us to bring their stories into the traditional space while honoring where they started.”

Introducing Baci Books