Attention Teen Writers - Get Your Book Published for Free with the Help of Sigma's Bookshelf

Sigma's Bookshelf, which is believed to be the first book publishing company exclusively for teenage authors, just secured fiscal sponsorship from Springboard for the Arts, qualifying the company to pursue grant
money. This means the service will now be free for talented teen writers who want to get their books published.

The company was launched in Oct. 2016 by 15-year-old Justin M. Anderson of Minnetonka, Minn. He is a sophomore at Wayzata High School. Anderson came up with the idea after the publication of his debut book, Saving Stripes: A Kitty's Story, got him a lot of attention, and he wanted to help other teen authors enjoy publishing success as well.

Anderson's book tells the story of the cat rescue he was involved in. To date, the book has sold more than 200 copies, and helped raised thousands of dollars for S.O.S. Rescue Relief, Inc., of Plymouth, the nonprofit that helped with the rescue.

Sigma's Bookshelf is accepting all genres of writing. Authors should submit their manuscripts through the website, www.SigmasBookshelf.com. They will be reviewed by professionals in the publishing industry, who are volunteering their time to help with the project.

Teen authors whose books are accepted for publication will get their books published for free, receive royalties for books sold online, and be able to secure printed copies at a discounted price.

If you'd like to make a donation to help support the company, checks can be made out to Springboard for the Arts. Send an email to info@sigmasbookshelf.com for the addresss where checks should be mailed. Donations can also be made online here.