Our Commitment to Inclusive, Compassionate, and Accessible Publishing

ShelteringTree.Earth is built on the belief that stories should be available to everyone. Accessibility is not an afterthought for us — it is a core value woven into every stage of our publishing process. We are committed to creating books and resources that support diverse readers, including those who are neurodiverse, visually impaired, dyslexic, or who simply benefit from alternative formats.

Below is an overview of the accessibility practices, formats, and standards we uphold.

🌱 Dyslexic‑Friendly Print Editions

We design our Dyslexia‑Friendly editions with features that support ease of reading and reduce cognitive strain:

• OpenDyslexic or other dyslexia‑friendly fonts
• Increased line spacing and generous margins
• High‑contrast layouts
• Clean, uncluttered chapter structure
• Shorter line lengths for improved tracking
• Thoughtful typography that reduces visual crowding

These editions are available for many of our titles, and we are expanding this offering across our catalog.

🎧 Accessible Audiobooks

Our audiobook division (currently in development) is designed with accessibility at its heart. Our planned standards include:

• Warm, steady narration suitable for neurodiverse listeners
• Consistent pacing and gentle transitions
• Chapter‑level navigation for ease of use
• Mastering that meets or exceeds ACX/Author’s Republic accessibility guidelines
• Audio designed to reduce sensory overload

Audiobooks will be available for future titles as this division launches.

🎙 Audio Podcasts and Supplemental Audio

To support readers who prefer or require audio formats, we offer:

• Author interviews
• Chapter discussions
• Thematic explorations
• Behind‑the‑scenes insights
• Audio summaries of select books

These podcasts provide alternative access points for readers who may struggle with traditional print.

📘 Accessible Ebook and PDF Formatting

Our digital editions are formatted with accessibility in mind:

• Screen‑reader‑friendly structure
• Logical heading hierarchy
• Alt text for images when applicable
• Reflowable text
• Adjustable font sizes
• Clean, distraction‑free layout

We also offer accessible PDFs for select titles.

💛 Trauma‑Informed Editorial Practices

Accessibility is not only about format — it is also about emotional safety.

Our editors are trained in:

• Trauma‑informed communication
• Sensitivity to emotionally intense material
• Clear, compassionate author guidance
• Respectful handling of lived experiences
• Avoiding triggering editorial language

We believe in supporting both the reader and the writer.

🌍 Multiple Formats for Diverse Readers

To ensure every reader can access our books in the way that best supports them, we publish in:

• Print
• Dyslexia‑Friendly print
• Ebook
• Accessible PDF
• Audiobook (in development)
• Audio podcast (supplemental)

This multi‑format approach reflects our mission to meet readers where they are.

🕊 Our Accessibility Promise

ShelteringTree.Earth is committed to:

• Continual improvement of accessibility practices
• Listening to feedback from readers and authors
• Expanding accessible formats across our catalog
• Supporting neurodiverse and visually impaired readers
• Creating a welcoming, inclusive publishing environment

If you have questions, suggestions, or accessibility needs, please reach out to us at:
info@shelteringtree.earth