Stories that deserve to exist.
Bright Tide Media House is an independent publisher of romance fiction literature.
If you love a good romance, get lost in fantasy, or always find yourself rooting for the characters who make the worst possible decisions about love, you're in the right place.
A little about Bright Tide
Good stories find their people.
We started Bright Tide because we wanted to make more room for queer stories and for the writers who want to tell them.
We're particularly fond of MLM, WLW, and queer literature, from historical romances and sprawling fantasy worlds to contemporary love stories. We want to publish books that stay with you, whether that's because of the characters, the world they live in, or the relationship you just can't stop thinking about.
We're a small publishing house, which means we get to work closely with our authors and be involved in the details that bring each book together.
Our Bookshelf
Find something you’ll love.
A vampire prince. A ruined nobleman. A royal court full of secrets. Two cricketers who might want rather different things from each other.
Our books don’t have much in common on the surface, except that we think they’re worth reading.
Have a look around. You might find your next favourite.
Moonbound
“You are my greatest antagonist, and as fate would have it, my only salvation.”
Lucien has three problems: a fragile peace, an infuriating werewolf, and the inconvenient fact that his enemy is ridiculously attractive.
He’s certain Rhydian will be easy to manipulate. After all, how hard can it be to tame a wolf? Unfortunately, Rhydian remembers Lucien’s every trick. He also remembers loving him.
Reincarnated into a life where fate has once again made the vampire prince his fated mate, and his greatest antagonist, Rhydian knows exactly how this ends.
The problem? He still wants him.
Assigned to the Ruined Prince
Yi Yinxiang is confined to the Eastern Courtyard for behavior the court prefers not to describe. Gu Yanzhi, once a marquis’s son and now a eunuch, is sent to watch him. He expects drudgery. Yi Yinxiang expects to make him miserable. Neither expects anything more than misery.
The palace thinks it has quarantined a nuisance and buried a fallen noble. It has, instead, given a reckless prince the one person clever enough to help him take everything back.
Silk Anklets in the Royal Court
A tale of love, power, and desire set against the grandeur of historical South India.
Silk Anklets in the Royal Court brings to life a forgotten world of royal courts, ancient traditions, silk, jewels, and whispered promises. A historical BL romance steeped in South Indian culture, where devotion can be dangerous, desire can defy power, and some bonds are never meant to be forgotten.
A story from another time is coming to life.
Off the Field
Advik Malhotra has his future in cricket all figured out. The only problem? Yuhaan Malik, his cocky, ridiculously talented rival, who he can’t stand. Or so he thought, until one forbidden kiss changes everything.
With Yuhaan wanting more than one night, they strike a deal: no feelings, no expectations, and nothing beyond the sheets. But between fierce on-field competition and the quiet intimacy they find off it, keeping things casual is proving harder than either expected.
In a sport where love could cost them their careers, falling for each other was never part of the plan.
For writers
So, you've written a book.
First of all, congratulations. We know how much goes into getting a manuscript to that point.
If you're looking for a publisher for your queer fiction, we'd love to hear about your work. We work with our authors throughout the publishing process, from editing and design to getting the finished book out into the world.
Have a look at our publishing information before submitting, and if you think your story might be a fit, send it our way.
In the news
A little recognition goes a long way.
A few places that have written about us.
Let's Write What Lives Rent Free In Our Heads
Let's Write What Lives Rent Free In Our Heads
The Manuscript Lab
From our blog.
Writing advice, queer book culture and notes from the publishing desk.
Why We Are Addicted to Toxic Love: The Secret to Writing Dark Romance Without Getting Cancelled
Goodbye Toxic Heroes: Why Indian Gen Z is Swapping Bollywood Melodrama for “Soft Masculinity”
Beyond the Hallyu Wave: Why India Has Quietly Become a Top Global Market for Thai BL
You’re Writing Queer Romance Wrong: How to Stop Ruining BL and GL with Straight Gender Roles
The Geometry of the Pack: Deconstructing the Omegaverse/ABO Dynamics
How to Turn Casual Readers into an Active BL/GL Fandom
Find your people
A lovely community ofreaders, writers and fandom folks.
Bright Tide is a small house with a big, noisy community around it. Pick your corner.
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The Bright Tide Discord
Our server for readers and writers. Talk books, swap recs and hang out with people who get it.
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For fandom folks
A group chat for readers who need somewhere to yell about a slow burn, a ship or a cliffhanger.
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For authors
A group chat for writers working on queer fiction. Ask questions, share progress and find your people.
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What does Bright Tide Media House publish?
We publish fiction that makes room for stories often overlooked by mainstream publishing, including queer fiction, BL, GL, romance, and fantasy. We’re interested in stories with a point of view, characters worth following, and worlds readers want to spend time in.
How do I submit my manuscript?
Visit our Query Us page to read our submission guidelines and find out what to send us. You can submit your work at query@brighttidemediahouse.com. Please check the guidelines before emailing so you know what we need from you.
Does my manuscript need to be finished?
Yes. We ask for completed manuscripts so we can consider the story as a whole. This helps us assess the writing, structure, character development, and the direction of the book.
Do you accept self-published authors?
Absolutely. We’re open to hearing from self-published authors as well as writers who are new to publishing. What matters most is the story and whether it feels right for our catalogue.
Can I work with Bright Tide without publishing my book with you?
Yes. Our creative services are available separately from our publishing programme. If you need help with editing, book design, production, or marketing, you can explore those services without submitting your manuscript for publication.
Do you accept AI-generated or AI-assisted manuscripts?
No. Bright Tide accepts only original work written entirely by humans. We do not accept manuscripts created or developed with the assistance of generative AI, regardless of how the technology was used.
Can I submit a story that has already been published online?
Yes, in some cases. Previously published work, including Wattpad stories and self-published books, may be considered if it has not gained substantial traction or an established readership. If you query with previously published work, you must be willing to remove it from all platforms where it is available as soon as you submit your query. Please disclose its publication history.
How long will it take to hear back about my submission?
Our usual response window is 8–12 weeks. We appreciate your patience while we review submissions, and we ask that you allow this period before following up.
Do I have to pay to submit my manuscript?
No. Submitting your manuscript for publishing consideration is separate from purchasing any creative service. You do not need to buy an editing, design, or marketing package to query us.
Where can I find your publishing guidelines?
You’ll find the full guidelines, submission requirements, and additional answers on our Query Us page. We recommend reading it before sending your manuscript.
I have a question that isn’t answered here. How can I contact you?
For manuscript submissions, email query@brighttidemediahouse.com. For other enquiries, please use the contact details or form on our Contact page so your message reaches the right place.
More answers about submitting, previously published work and what happens after you query are on our Query Us page.