The nonfiction specialists of penguin random house, ebury is one of the uks leading nonfiction publishers. Even if the publisher has declared it out of stock there will still be copies around with wholesalers and distributors for years to come, at heavily discounted prices, and bringing out the same book with a different isbn invariably causes confusion. Open for direct submissions of literary fiction and short stories. Joffe books is one of the uks leading independent publishers of excellent commercial fiction, especially crime and mystery fiction. We accept manuscripts direct from authors or via agents in all genres.
Since 1953, it has edited, published, and distributed over 1. Details on how to submit to us are given below we prefer electronic submission, but accept submissions by post. More information about their submissions processes is available online. Submissions can be made by agents or authors directly. Youll also be the first to hear about new releases by authors such as faith martin, joy ellis, and helen h. Aug 09, 2019 in this post, ive collected recently spotlighted book publishers who are accepting science fiction or sf submissions. Ps publishing is a uk based publisher who specialise in science fiction, fantasy and horror.
Olympia publishers consider submissions from a wide range of genres, both fiction and nonfiction. We welcome submissions from photographers anywhere and everywhere. Bloodhound books is looking for submissions of new fiction from authors with or without representation. We receive a large number of submissions and because of that please note the following terms and conditions apply when making a submission. The structural integrity of recycled aggregate concrete produced with fillers and pozzolans. They do not accept unsolicited picture book submissions. Recently launched in 2017, this newly minted publishing house is focused on finding good, fresh, and quality fiction for readers. The book guild is an independent publisher with an eclectic list in both fiction and nonfiction. We will publish paperback books and offer books in a digital format. The majority of our imprints do not accept unsolicited manuscripts even previously published work and we recommend that many aspiring authors will be best represented by a literary agent. We publish books 20,000 90,000 words, if your book exceeds 90,000 you can work with our editors.
We specialise in the fiction we love and know best. Information about your credentials for writing the book. All other guidelines for submitting a nonfiction work are the same as for adult fiction. Owing to the high volume of submissions we cannot guarantee to reply to each one individually. Olympia publishers publishing house based in london. We accept submissions from agents, previously published authors including selfpublished authors with long backlists, firsttime writers with only one book under their belt, and anyone in between.
Join today, and youll get your first bargain book this month. For direct submissions we only consider complete and unpublished science fiction, fantasy and horror novels, written in english of between 95,000 150,000 words. If you would like any help, assistance or for all general enquiries and to learn more about us, we welcome you to speak with the team and friendly staff here at book publishers london via voice call, video call, or in person within a meeting at the company headquarters. If you have a book or novella in the genre of literary fiction, fairlight books want to hear from you. See our submission guidelines for fiction and nonfiction books. Publishers want to select the illustrators for the books they publish. Turner publishing turner publishing company is an awardwinning, independent publisher of books.
Importantly, despite their esteemed reputation, they also accept unsolicited manuscripts once a year in 2019, this period is july. We are looking for brilliant new writing in crime fiction, historical fiction and nonfiction. May 07, 2014 air university press au press, part of the air force research institute afri, is the publishing agent for air university au. Browse our latest books, find your next read and meet our authors at events. One of our publishing advisors will be happy to discuss your proposal on the telephone between 09. Working with the best authors and illustrators we create books for all ages, from babies to teenagers books your child will grow up with and always remember. Information on the book guild and how we work is given opposite. If you are calling from outside the uk, please leave us a voicemail stipulating a convenient time to return your call.
Were publishing books for an international audience and you should consider this when proposing a. This publishing powerhouse is coowned by jeremy thompson and jane rowland after troubador publishing ltd, established by thompson, acquired it. We read all submissions and will notify you if we are interested in proceeding. We publish over 600 books annually in both fiction and nonfiction. Accepting submissions in all genres austin macauley publishers. We cannot reissue books that one of the larger publishers has dropped, or a selfpublished book. Before you tell us about your book idea, please carefully read the guidelines at the top of this page. Submissions hcuk corporate harpercollins publishers. Feb 01, 2019 book publishing companies is a fully searchable database of book publisher listings. If you have an idea for an academic book contact one of our editors directly. We are renowned for working closely with authors from across the world to create fantastic books and turning them into bestsellers. Pegasus publishers submit online publishing books for. We have 100s of books publishers listed on our site.
They publish a variety of books for children but only appear to be open to submissions in the picture book category. Founded this year, equinox books is a small, independent publisher that just opened up for submissions earlier this month. Anansi and groundwood books are distributed to the book trade in canada by university of toronto press distribution and in the u. This independent leicester publisher has amassed over 30 years in the industry and built quite a reputation for itself while at it. Joffe books, one of the uks leading independent publishers. If you are submitting from outside the uk, you can submit via email to the specific agent you would like your manuscript to be read by. So, because im incredibly kindnatured and helpful, ive put together a list of some of the uk publishers accepting manuscripts in 2020. Beacon publishing group and its imprints are traditional publishers and do not charge the author any upfront fees or reading fees. Young adult fiction, science fiction, fantasy, childrens books, horror, plays or poetry. Unsolicited submissions you have just finished your manuscript and now you are eagerly looking for a publisher that will accept your.
If you are an agent, please refer to each editors blurbs below. Wed also like to know a little bit about you, your writing and your publishing. Maverick childrens books is a uk based publisher of childrens books. Jo fletcher books currently accepts unsolicited submissions, but only by email. We dont have requirements on the amount of material you submit, but you must. Established in 1989 by martin woodhead, woodhead publishing is a. Established in 1974, kensington, americas independent publisher, located in new york city, is the foremost independent publishing house in the united states publishing in hardcover, trade paperback, and mass market.
If your work falls into any of these categories we regret we are unable to. This list will be updated regularly with new publishers added to the top. Pegasus publishers submit online see our covid19 statement here. The imprints include large established companies like algonquin books which is no longer open to unaganted submissions. Horrorfantasy publishers who accept direct submissions.
Keep in mind that the world of childrens book publishing is intensely competitive, and there are many good writers trying to get their books published. Jun 26, 2017 top that publishing top that publishing ltd is an awardwinning, book publisher and app developer located beside the river deben in woodbridge, suffolk, uk. Established uk book publisher invites manuscript submissions from new authors. Fiction writers can send in their manuscripts here but may have to wait over four months for a response owing to the huge number of submissions the publisher receives. Unfortunately, not a single literary agent has agreed to represent you. We re publishing books for an international audience and you should consider this. Launched in 1999 they have since published 260 titles ranging from novels, novellas, collections and nonfiction. Publishing schedules mean that were generally planning up to 12 months in advance. All manuscripts of novels and books submitted to us are read and responded to. They focus on publishing exclusively nonfiction books for children and adults, as well as calendars. Bloomsbury accepts submissions from academics in all subject areas in which we publish. Manuscript submission guidelines hay house publishing.
Woodfield publishing ltd independent uk book publishers. Aug 02, 2020 if your manuscript is for a specific call or has been requested, please submit, in a format ms word can deal with, preferably. A list of 35 publishers who welcome unsolicited submissions. We invite prospective authors to send us a synopsis, sample chapters or full manuscript for a completely free evaluation our editors will make an assessment of the material you send us and give you an honest opinion regarding its potential. Walker books is the worlds leading independent publisher of childrens books. Joffe books, independent publisher of bestselling crime. If youre sending a cheque which is not in sterling and not drawn on a uk. We do not publish in the following areas and will not be able to respond to these submissions. Literary submissions direct to publisher fairlight books.
Please allow up to a full three weeks for a response. We dont publish nonfiction, poetry, short stories or novellas. To submit material for consideration, please send the material to. In the first instance, please send six examples of your work to. Were looking for projects of quality, which are fresh, powerful and unique. Book publishing companies is a fully searchable database of book publisher listings.
Due to covid19, please expect longer than usual response times. May 01, 2019 galley beggar press is an independent publisher from the uk they publish innovative writing and all allround fine folk. Lulu has the right tools for authors, publishers, and businesses to fulfill all your book printing needs. Nine small publishers give you their submission guidelines. Science fiction book publishers open to submissions writer. Olympia publishers is an independent book publishing house based in london. How to submit your book for free appraisal woodfield publishing. Top that publishing top that publishing ltd is an awardwinning, book publisher and app developer located beside the river deben in woodbridge, suffolk, uk. Then join our mailing list now for regular offers from one of the uk s leading independent publishers. Waterton publishing company book publishing companies. Youve got a great nonfiction book proposal in hand, or maybe a finished novel plus proposal, and youre eager to see it published. Sidewalk flowers now translated in 15 different languages. Their books generally have wonderful covers and illustrations, and are quirky. The original workman imprint is open to unagented submissions.
Along with a covering letter, submissions should consist of a short synopsis, a list of selling points, the authors professional biography, information on competing titles and up to two chapters or 20 pages of the manuscript, whichever is the shorter. We like our science fiction and fantasy and even science fantasy. Deciding that you want to be a published childrens book author is similar to deciding that you want to be a movie star. To make things easier for you, we have compiled a list of 21 top uk publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts. For all nonfiction submissions, please consider two other imprints within the legend times group. You will then need to fill in the submissions form below the guidelines to tell us about yourself and your book idea.
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