FAQ: Is Rhythm Of Rita a Vanity Press?​ 

No. Rhythm of Rita Publishing is not a vanity press. We are a mission-driven independent micro-press dedicated to curating emotionally resonant, spiritually-rooted, and transformational writing. We do not charge authors to publish. Instead, we invest our time and resources into uplifting stories that align with our core values—grief, grace, healing, mysticism, and meaning. We select submissions based on fit and literary merit, not financial contribution. While we use modern tools like Wix for direct connection with readers, this is simply part of our grassroots approach, not a mark of vanity. We are small on purpose, independent by design, and led by a commitment to creative integrity—not profit margins.

FAQ: Who can submit to Rhythm Of Rita Publishing?

We welcome submissions from both emerging and established writers. If your words carry the weight of lived experience, if they ache with longing or rise with grace, this space is for you. We believe in voices that whisper, roar, weep, and sing—and we especially love work that doesn’t quite fit anywhere else.

FAQ: What types of work do you publish?

We publish poetic, spiritual, and emotionally resonant work. That includes poetry, spiritual memoir, lyric storytelling, and prose rooted in trauma, healing, faith, grief, and transformation. If it feels like an altar or reads like a psalm, we want to see it.

FAQ: Do you accept previously published work?

At this time, we’re primarily seeking unpublished work. However, if you’ve shared your piece on a personal blog or social media and it still feels right for our catalog, we’re open to conversation.

FAQ: Do you charge submission or publishing fees?

No. We are committed to publishing with purpose, not profit. Rhythm of Rita is not a vanity press. Authors are never charged to submit or be published.

FAQ: How do you make publishing decisions?

We read every submission with reverence. We’re not looking for perfection—we’re looking for presence. If your piece speaks with truth, trembles with spirit, or offers beauty born from brokenness, it’s likely to catch our heart.

FAQ: Where will my book be available if accepted?

Currently, our books are sold through our website, with plans to expand into broader online and in person distribution in the future. We believe in small-batch, intentional publishing that finds its way into the hands it’s meant for.

FAQ: Will my book be professionally edited or designed?

Yes. Every piece we publish receives thoughtful editorial support and a handcrafted design process. Our goal is to honor your words with the beauty they deserve.

FAQ: What are the benefits of publishing through Rhythm Of Rita?

Publishing through Rhythm of Rita offers more than just a platform—it offers partnership, presence, and purpose. While self-publishing on Amazon can feel impersonal and overwhelming, we take a slow, intentional approach. Your work is not just uploaded—it’s curated, edited with care, and shared within a spiritually aligned community. We walk with you through the process, offering gentle editorial guidance, handcrafted design, and a space where your voice isn’t buried under market noise. You retain ownership of your work, while gaining the support of a press that treats it like sacred art. If your writing carries grief, grace, or transformation, it belongs in a catalog like ours—small, soulful, and deeply intentional.

FAQ: Do I retain the rights to my work?

Yes. You retain full copyright and ownership of your writing. If your work is accepted, you'll grant Rhythm of Rita limited rights to publish and distribute it for a set period—typically 2–3 years. After that, rights revert fully back to you. We exist to amplify your voice, not to control it.

FAQ: Is there a contract?

Yes. Every accepted author receives a simple publishing agreement outlining rights, responsibilities, and the scope of our collaboration. This helps ensure mutual clarity and protects your creative ownership.

FAQ: Do you provide marketing or promotion?

We believe in authentic connection over mass promotion. While we don’t run traditional PR campaigns, we actively share our authors' work through our site, email list, and social media platforms. We’re here to celebrate your work with intention—and help it find the hearts it’s meant to reach.

FAQ: What is a micro-press?

A micro-press is a small, independent publishing house that publishes a limited number of books per year—often run by a single editor or a very small team. At Rhythm of Rita, this allows us to focus on intimacy, creative integrity, and deep alignment with each project we publish.

FAQ: What is your response time for submissions?

We aim to respond within 4–8 weeks, though we ask for your grace during busier seasons. Every submission is read with care, and we will notify you either way.