Q: What are Thin Threads™? A: It has been said that in every life there will be a decision or choice one has to make that can change the course of his/her life. Everyone comes to a fork in the road, some of the decisions that we make at the crossroads are Thin Threads™. Each one of has these thin thread moments. Sometimes we recognize the thin thread moment 'instantly. Sometimes it may take weeks, years, even decades to identify the defining moment which lead us on a path to new insights, people, and possibilities, altering the course of our lives for the better. " We at Kiwi Publishing want to share your Thin Thread™ moment with the world. By unraveling our 'threads,' and putting them into stories, The Thin Thread™ book series offers its readers the chance to become more present to the openings in their own lives.
Q: Will I get paid for my submission? A: We wish we had the ability to pay everyone who submits a story. However, we only can pay those whose stories are accepted. If your story truly captures the essence of a thin thread moment, you will receive a free copy of the Collectors’ Edition.
Q: Does my story need to be true? A: Yes. We at Kiwi Publishing hope to inspire people by showing them the marvels that actually happened to other people and can therefore happen to you.
Q: What if my story is about someone else? A: Why don't you direct this person to our website where they can personally submit their own story? If they prefer that you do it, (as long as the other person is alive) you must obtain the person's permission in writing and send it in with their submission.
Q: When will the book be available for purchase?A: The collector's edition is scheduled to be released in the Fall of 2008. You can order an advanced copy by visiting our store.
Kiwi Book Store Q: Will my name be published with the story?A: We will honor your request to stay anonymous if you so wish.
Q: Can you help me write my story well?A: Submission are not considered based on the quality. If your story is chosen, we have editors and writers here at Kiwi Publishing standing by to help you better write your story.
Q: How long should my story be?A: All submissions must be 1200 words or less. Our preferred length is 1000 words.
Q: Should my story include the actual names of those mentioned in it?A: The names and places mentioned in all stories are to be revealed at the writer's discretion.
Q: My decision took a long time to make. Is it a Thin Thread?A: No. A Thin Thread is a spur-of-the-moment decision, spontaneous and impulsive decision.
Q: How will I find out that my story is going to be published?A: We will contact you by phone as soon as your story is selected by our editors.
Q: Why do I need to sign a release form?A: The release form, along with the one hundred dollar compensation allows Kiwi Publishing to publish and print your story in the Thin Threads™ book series. Unfortunately, without the release form we are unable to publish your story.