562 Indie publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts in December 2025

Congratulations on writing your novel! Now you’ve got a completed draft that you are happy with, it’s time to pitch it to an indie publisher.

All of the publishers listed here are currently accepting manuscripts in December 2025 without a literary agent. I’ve done my best to weed out any dodgy and vanity publishers from this list.

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2Leaf Press
2Leaf Press is a Florida-based publisher whose mission is to publish multigenerational and multicultural writers.
Genre: Poetry and nonfiction that address history, politics, cultural and contemporary issues.
Word count: Not stated.
5 Prince Press
5 Prince Publishing is an independent publishing house dedicated to introducing fresh voices across popular fiction genres. They only accept submissions from residents of the United States.
Genre: Romance, including contemporary, 50+, valentine’s day, spring, beach, Christmas/holiday, paranormal, suspense, historical, LGBTQ+, and rock star.
Word count: 50,000 to 100,000 words.
8th House Publishing
8th House Publishing loves books that are modern, enduring, insightful and inventive.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction, especially contemporary history, music, economics and social justice.
Word count: Not stated.
Abingdon Press
Abingdon Press is a Christian publisher who publishes resources that meet the needs of Christians who seek and serve the Christian faith.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of Christian resources such as leadership, church supply items, church program resources and individual faith development.
Word count: Not stated.
Able Muse Press
Able Muse Press is a literary press based in California and publishes poetry and fiction collections by both established and emerging authors.
Genre: Poetry, fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Academic Studies Press
Academic Studies Press is a scholarly press devoted to publishing the humanities and social sciences, especially Jewish and Slavic studies.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of the humanities and social sciences, especially Jewish and Slavic studies.
Word count: Not stated.
Acair
Acair was founded in 1977 and is a registered Scottish charity that publishes Scottish Gaelic children’s books and a range of titles in Scottish Gaelic and English.
Genre: Poetry, fiction, children’s books and nonfiction. Many of their titles relate to Scotland, history, nature and social issues.
Word count: Not stated.
ACTA Publications
ACTA Publications opened their doors in 1957 as a publisher of books and resources for religious education and spiritual development. Now they publish a variety of books in sports, social justice, caregiving and more.
Genre: Children’s fiction, poetry, fiction and nonfiction, including sports, social justice, caregiving, grief, gift, cookbooks, humor, religious, biography, crafts and parenting.
Word count: Not stated.
AdventureKEEN
AdventureKEEN is a nonfiction publisher of books relating to adventure and the outdoors.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of adventure, outdoors, travel, nature, local history, sports, and more.
Word count: Not stated.
Aethon Books
Aethon Books is a publisher dedicated to readers, passionate about publishing the next generation of fantasy and science fiction novels. Their main concern is finding stories with a compelling narrative that pulls readers through your world.
Genre: Fantasy and science fiction in any subgenre. They are also open to thrillers, especially action, political and military thrillers.
Word count: Novel-length work.
Agate Publishing
Agate publishes books in the general areas of food, cooking, and nutrition-related nonfiction.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
AK Press
AK Press believes that the voices of the disenfranchised must be heard. They are interested in works that reflect the rich traditions with anarchism. They seek to explore themes that do not reinforce dependency on oppressive forces.
Genre: Nonfiction which explores the theory, history, art, culture, economics, labor of anarchism as well as historical and contemporary movements that share their common spirit.
Word count: Not stated.
Albert Whitman & Company
Albert Whitman & Company was founded over a century ago with the goal of making good books that kids want to read.
Genre: Children’s picture books (fiction and nonfiction), middle grade fiction and young adult fiction.
Word count: Up to 70,000 words.
Alcove Press
Alcove Press is dedicated to publishing the stories and ideas that inspire, enlighten, and empower readers. They publish a variety of novels from book club fiction to commercial novels and narrative nonfiction.
Genre: Retellings, contemporary romance, book club fiction, fantasy, romantasy, historical fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Aldrich Press
Aldrich Press is an imprint of Kelsay Books, an independent literary press.
Genre: Free verse poetry.
Word count: 30 to 120 pages.
Amazing Dreams Press
Amazing Dreams Publishing publishes books by writers of lesbian, bisexual or questioning women.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Ambassador International
Ambassador International is a publisher with a Christian worldview.
Genre: Children’s books and nonfiction, including Christian, cookbooks, fashion, business, finance, history, regional, biography, grief and memoir.
Word count: Not stated.
Amber Books
Amber Books is an independent illustrated nonfiction publisher based in London.
Genre: Nonfiction, including history, military and general reference.
Word count: Not stated.
Amberley Publishing
Amberley is a UK based publisher focusing on transport, military, local and general history.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of history and sport.
Word count: Not stated.
Amble Press
Amble Press publishes fiction from writers who identify as a person of color or those writing across the broader queer spectrum.
Genre: Genre fiction, including general, crime, mystery, thriller, historical, action/adventure, speculative, young adult, new adult and romance. For nonfiction, they accept narrative, memoir and biography.
Word count: 45,000 to 100,000 words.
American History Press
American History Press is a young publishing company focusing on all faces of American history.
Genre: Nonfiction in the area of American history.
Word count: Not stated.
Angry Robot
Angry Robot is an independent publisher of science fiction, fantasy, and books that make you think “WTF?!” (their words!). They like to push genre boundaries and think of themselves as “genrefluid.” They are looking for writing which has a strong voice. At this time, they are only accepting manuscript submissions from Black authors.
Genre: Science fiction, fantasy and horror in all subgenres.
Word count: 70,000 words and above.
Annick Press
Annick Press is a proudly independent children’s publisher in Toronto, Canada. They aim to empower readers, open minds, and create a lifelong love of reading.
Genre: Picture books, chapter books, middle grade and young adult fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: 50,000 to 70,000 words for young adult.
Anomalist Books
Anomalist books publishes well-researched work on maverick science, unexplained mysteries, unorthodox theories, strange talents, and unexpected discoveries.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Anvil Press
Anvil Press was founded in 1990 and publishes novels from Canadian authors.
Genre: Literary fiction, creative nonfiction, memoir, essay collections, poetry and books about Vancouver history.
Word count: Full-length novels or short story collections.
Apex Book Company
Apex Book Company is an independent publisher of exemplary works of dark fiction.
Genre: Dark fiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Apollo Publishers
Apollo Publishers exclusively publishes timely and topical nonfiction for adult trade audiences. These topics cover a broad spectrum but are all relevant to our lives today and will still be relevant in the years to come.
Genre: Narrative nonfiction
Word count: Not stated.
Apple Academic Press
Apple Academic Press is an independent international publisher focusing on publishing academic and professional STEM books. They seek to publish books by authors of the most advanced levels in their fields and from forward-looking scientists and researchers.
Genre: Academic nonfiction in the areas of STEM.
Word count: Not stated.
April Gloaming
April Gloaming is a nonprofit independent press based in Nashville, Tennessee.
Genre: Poetry, literary fiction, upmarket fiction and creative nonfiction.
Word count: At least 70,000 words for fiction.
Ara Pacis Publishers
Ara Pacis is a print-on-demand traditional publisher.
Genre: Poetry, short story collections and literary novels.
Word count: Not stated.
Arbeiter Ring Publishing
Arbeiter Ring Publishing is a left-wing progressive publisher whose mission is to amplify writing from the left. They publish predominately Canadian authors, especially those from Treaty One and the Métis Homeland in Manitoba, but they do consider authors from outside Canada.
Genre: Literary fiction, poetry and nonfiction that aligns with their mission to amplify writing from the left. For nonfiction, they publish art, criticism, politics, biography, autobiography, feminism, business, economics, education, family & relationships, history, language, law, medical, music, performing arts, philosophy, photography, political science, science, social science, technology, travel and sports.
Word count: Not stated.
Arena Sport
Arena Sport is an imprint of Birlinn that (as the name implies!) publishes sport books. They focus on a wide array of sports and seek books that have both an international appeal and appeal to the people of Scotland.
Genre: Sports nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Arsenal Pulp Press
Arsenal Pulp Press is a small Vancouver-based publisher.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction, including political, sociology, cultural, regional British Columbia, youth culture, young adult literature, craft books and books for children that emphasize diversity.
Word count: Not stated.
Art / Books
Art / Books is a publisher of art, photography, architecture, design and cultural studies.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of art, photography, architecture, design and cultural studies.
Word count: Not stated.
Asabi Publishing
Asabi Publishing is an innovative publishing company who takes pride in establishing honest and sincere relationships with their authors.
Genre: Fiction, including crime, horror, mystery, thriller, classic noir crime, lesbian, erotica and culture-based historical fiction. For nonfiction, they accept biography, autobiography, narrative, memoir, survival guides, travel and relocation guides. They also accept children’s books, middle grade and young adult fiction/nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
At Bay Press
At Bay Press is a literary publisher known for publishing original, thoughtful titles.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction. They publish literary mystery, thriller, science fiction and fantasy.
Word count: Not stated.
August House
August House has been around for over thirty years and publishes highly acclaimed picture books, story collections and resource books.
Genre: Picture books, story collections and resource books for storytelling.
Word count: Not stated.
Aunt Lute Books
Aunt Lute Books is an intersectional feminist press dedicated to publishing works by those who have been underrepresented by the literary canon.
Genre: Literary fiction, short fiction collections, anthologies, memoirs, creative nonfiction and cultural/social criticism.
Word count: Not stated.
Aurealis
Aurealis is Australia’s most successful science fiction and fantasy magazine.
Genre: Fantasy, science fiction, or horror short stories.
Word count: 2,000 to 8,000 words.
Aurora Metro
Aurora Metro is an independent publisher in London.
Genre: Adult and young adult fiction, including general, multicultural, historical and drama. For non-fiction, they accept biography, wellbeing, travel, history and books about the arts and popular culture.
Word count: Not stated.
Aurum
Aurum is the narrative nonfiction imprint of Quarto.
Genre: Narrative nonfiction in the areas of memoir, biography, polemic, food, feminism, history, sport, science, nature, and travel writing.
Word count: Not stated.
Ayebia
Ayebia is an African and Caribbean publishing specialist.
Genre: Poetry, literary fiction and nonfiction, including biography, Black interest, critical essays/criticism, culture, economics, gender, heritage, history, international, language, literature, memoirs, politics, race and women.
Word count: Not stated.
Backroom Press
Backroom Press is an Australian publisher who publishes books with themes about the Kimberley (Western Australia) by authors who have lived in the region.
Genre: Children’s books, adult fiction and nonfiction which involves the Kimberley.
Word count: Not stated.
Bancroft Press
Bancroft Press is a publisher without a niche! They publish titles they’re passionate about.
Genre: Literary fiction and genre fiction, including contemporary, financial thriller, historical, Jewish, LGBTQ+, legal thriller, medical, mystery, political, romance, rural, satire, science fiction, suspense and general thriller. For nonfiction, they accept biography, crime, essays, finance, history, humor, investing, memoir, movie reviews, parenting, politics, psychology, religion, self-help, spiritual and sports.
Word count: Not stated.
Baobab Press
Baobab Press strives to discover, cultivate, and nurture authors working in all genres. Please note they charge a $15 fee for fiction submissions.
Genre: Literary fiction and creative nonfiction. They also consider genre fiction with a heavy literary bent.
Word count: 125 to 400 pages.
Baraka Books
Baraka Books is an English-language publisher based in Quebec.
Genre: Nonfiction, including creative, political and history. For fiction, they accept historical, literary and upmarket.
Word count: Not stated.
Barnacle Editions
Barnacle Editions publishes publishes books for children and younger teens that weave in historical elements, social themes, environmental topics and cultural diversity.
Genre: Children’s books for ages 6 to 14.
Word count: Not stated.
Bayeux Arts
Bayeux Arts entered the publishing world in 1994. They are committed to producing books of beauty that build bridges across cultures.
Genre: Children’s books, middle grade and young adult fiction. For adult fiction, they accept literary, upmarket, western and mystery. For nonfiction, they accept biography, history, art, architecture, theatre, social science, nature, environment, inspirational, health and management.
Word count: Not stated.
BC Books
BC Books is an imprint of Birlinn and their motto is bold books for curious kids! They publish writing and illustrations of the highest quality for young readers throughout the UK and beyond. Their aim is to nurture young readers and help them discover a passion for reading that will last their entire lives.
Genre: Children’s books and middle grade.
Word count: Not stated.
Beach House Publishing
Beach House Publishing publishes books that celebrate and share Hawai‘i’s unique culture, history, ethnic landscape and geography.
Genre: Children’s book manuscripts about Hawai‘i.
Word count: Not stated.
Beatnik
Beatnik is an independent publishing company who has been in existence for over 15 years. They publish vibrant, meaningful books that tell the stories readers worldwide wish to read.
Genre: Poetry, children’s books, literary fiction and nonfiction, including art, design, photography, food & wine and health & wellbeing.
Word count: Not stated.
becker&mayer! books
becker&mayer! books is a creator, producer and manufacturer of innovative books and kits for adults.
Genre: Craft kits and humorous, topical, and culturally significant trade books.
Word count: Not stated.
becker&mayer! kids
becker&mayer! kids publishes titles that portray varying cultures, races and abilities.
Genre: Craft kits and humorous, topical, and culturally significant content for children.
Word count: Not stated.
Behrman House
Behrman House publishes resources for Jewish adults and children to help them learn about topics of a Jewish nature.
Genre: Nonfiction Jewish education materials and books for school aged children and adults. These can be formal or informal educational settings, and can be on any topic of a Jewish nature.
Word count: Not stated.
Bella Books
Bella Books believes stories about women-loving-women are essential to our lives.
Genre: Fiction that reflects and celebrates the diversity of the lesbian, sapphic, queer, bisexual, and gender non-conforming community. They commonly publish romance, action, adventure, mystery, suspense, intrigue, historical, fantasy, speculative, erotica and general fiction. They also accept poetry and nonfiction.
Word count: At least 60,000 words.
BenBella
BenBella was founded in 2001 as a publishing boutique that aims to be the publisher of choice for authors who value personal attention, a partnership philosophy and a creative approach to marketing.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of pop culture, plant-based living, big platform/big media titles and commercial.
Word count: Not stated.
BenBella Books
BenBella Books is a publishing boutique that publishes around 40 books a year.
Genre: Nonfiction, including smart pop, plant-based living, big media titles and commercial.
Word count: Not stated.
Berrett-Koehler Publishers
Berrett-Koehler Publishers is an independent publisher that aims to connect people and ideas to create a world that works for all.
Genre: Fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Nonfiction in the areas of business development, personal development and professional development.
Bess Press Inc.
Bess Press Inc. is a family owned publishing house in Kaimukī, Hawai‘i.
Genre: Children’s books, middle grade and young adult fiction. They also accept adult fiction and nonfiction related to the people, cultures, histories, and/or languages of Hawaiʻi and Oceania.
Word count: Not stated.
Between the Lines
Between the Lines is proudly left-wing and publish books that reflect their activist roots.
Genre: Nonfiction that reflects their commitment to social justice struggles.
Word count: Not stated.
Beyond Words
Beyond Words was founded in 1983 with the goal of producing the finest photographic table books that this world had ever seen! Their focus has broadened and today they publish a variety of books.
Genre: Children’s nonfiction for ages 6 to teens focusing on philosophy and adult nonfiction in wicca, esoteric, occult, oracle, tard cards, mythology, spirituality, diversity and inclusion, dealing with grief, forgiveness, rituals, environmental justice, mindfulness, plans, alternative health, spirit guides, ancient spiritual practices and mindful parenting.
Word count: Not stated.
Big Sandy Press
Big Sandy Press is an imprint of Ozark Mountain Publishing. Their mission is to take readers beyond the unexplained and explore the possibilities of the universe and beyond.
Genre: Genre fiction, literary fiction and nonfiction in the areas of new age, metaphysical, spiritual, historical, paranormal, youth and teen.
Word count: Not stated.
Big Sky Publishing
Big Sky Publishing is an independent Australian publisher that loves to bring great Australian stories to readers everywhere.
Genre: Nonfiction including history, military history, and true crime.
Word count: Not stated.
Bigio Morato
Bigio Morato is an imprint of Ara Pacis, a print-on-demand traditional publisher.
Genre: Literary essays, anthologies and art/film criticism.
Word count: Not stated.
Birlinn
Birlinn is an independent publishing house based in Edinburgh, Scotland. They have an imprint of the same name which publishes Scottish and general UK interest books. They accept direct submissions but encourage seeking a literary agent.
Genre: Nonfiction, including biography, history, military, politics and Scottish Gaelic that relates to Scotland and the UK.
Word count: Not stated.
Black Bed Sheet Books
Black Bed Sheet Books publishes horror, science fiction and fantasy.
Genre: Fiction of a dark nature, especially horror, fantasy, science fiction, suspense, young adult, contemporary and thrillers.
Word count: Not stated.
Black Dawn
Black Dawn is the speculative imprint of AK Press. AK Press believes that the voices of the disenfranchised must be heard and that speculative fiction is the perfect tool for exploring paths to bring forth a just and free world. They seek to explore themes that do not reinforce dependency on oppressive forces.
Genre: Fantasy, science fiction, steampunk, horror, and mystery.
Word count: 25,000 to 55,000 words.
Black Heron Press
Black Heron Press is a literary press located in Seattle, Washington.
Genre: Literary fiction. Please note they only accept mailed submissions.
Word count: Not stated.
Black Inc.
Black Inc. loves ideas and stories. They are passionate about publishing works about history, politics, biography, criticism, and current affairs. They only accept proposals from Australian writers.
Genre: General, literary, and commercial nonfiction, especially history, current affairs, memoir and biography.
Word count: Not stated.
Black Lawrence Press
Black Lawrence Press is an independent publisher of contemporary poetry, fiction and creative nonfiction.
Genre: Novels, poetry and prose collections. Please note they accept different genres at different times throughout the year.
Word count: Not stated.
Black Lyon Publishing
Black Lyon Publishing was founded in 2007 and is an independent publishing house operating in Oregon.
Genre: Political and legal thrillers and nonfiction in the areas of true crime, politics, spirituality and travel.
Word count: 55,000 to 95,000 words.
Black Mountain Press
Black Mountain Press is (shockingly!) located near the Black Mountains. They strive to publish works that aspire to a higher ideal, especially from first-time authors.
Genre: Literary fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction and memoirs.
Word count: 55,000 to 95,000 words.
Black Rose Writing
Black Rose Writing is a Texas-based publisher who strongly believes in developing a personal relationship with their authors. Please note that Writer Beware wrote an article about Black Rose Writing. Please do your research before submitting.
Genre: Fiction, including action, fantasy, historical, horror, humor, inspirational, LGBT, literary, mystery, suspense, paranormal, romance, science fiction, thriller, women’s fiction. They accept children’s books, middle grade and young adult books as well. For nonfiction, they accept biography, memoir, business, history, humor, inspirational, spiritual, military, self-help, sports and true crime.
Word count: Not stated.
Black&White
Black&White is a Scottish publisher committed to publishing the best books from the most talented writers in Scotland.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of celebrity memoirs, sports, lifestyle, humour, gift, activity, food/drink, Scottish, Irish and nature.
Word count: Not stated.
BlazeVOX
BlazeVOX publishes innovative fiction and wide ranging fields of contemporary poetry. Their mission is to disseminate poetry within both academic spheres and society at large.
Genre: Poetry, literary fiction and select non-fiction and literary criticism.
Word count: Not stated.
Bliss
Bliss is the sweet romance imprint of Entangled Publishing.
Genre: Contemporary romance with a small-town setting and dual point of view.
Word count: 15,000 to 65,000 words.
Bloom Books
Bloom Books is an imprint of Sourcebooks that focuses on supporting self-published authors who have an established fanbase. Bloom Books isn’t the typical kind of publisher you would find on these lists as they target self-published authors who want to get their books into physical bookstores while still retaining flexibility and creative ownership of their books.
Genre: Romance.
Word count: Not stated.
Blue Moon Publishers
Blue Moon Publishers has a mission to provide people with inspiration and support to boost resilience and improve their wellbeing.
Genre: Nonfiction including wellness, grief and loss, and journals.
Word count: Not stated.
Blue River Press
Blue River Press opened their doors in 2004 and has since published over 200 books.
Genre: Fiction (especially mystery), children’s books, and nonfiction, including biography, cookbooks, education, health & fitness, history, humor, nature, social sciences, sport, travel and true crime.
Word count: Not stated.
Blue Star Press
Blue Star Press is a small team of creatives who love helping other talented people share their gifts with the world.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of art, crafts, creative how-to, health/wellness, personal growth, home/lifestyle, early education, new parenting and humor.
Word count: Not stated.
Blueberry Lane Books
Blueberry Lane Books publishes novels and anthologies.
Genre: Novels that tend toward science fiction and fantasy, women’s fiction, and off-beat mysteries. They also accept new adult. For nonfiction, they accept business and reference books.
Word count: Not stated.
Bluemoose Books
Bluemoose Books is an independent publisher based in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire.
Genre: Literary and upmarket fiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers
Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers specializes in books dealing with the ancient and medieval world, with some contemporary titles.
Genre: Nonfiction relating to the ancient and medieval world.
Word count: Not stated.
Bold Strokes Books
As an LGBTQ+ publisher, Bold Strokes Books strives to ensure their authors represent the cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints of our world.
Genre: Genre fiction, including romance, young adult, crime, suspense, speculative, mystery, thriller, contemporary, historical, saga, erotica and general. They also accept nonfiction.
Word count: 15,000 to 120,000 words.
Book*hug Press
Book*hug Press is an independent Canadian publisher with over 20 years of experience in the literary world.
Genre: Literary fiction, poetry and narrative nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
BookLife Publishing
BookLife Publishing is a UK-based educational children’s book publisher wish over 3,000 titles published over the past decade.
Genre: Picture books and middle grade (both fiction and nonfiction).
Word count: Not stated.
Borealis Press
Borealis Press publishes most genres but focuses on works by Canadian authors or Canadian oriented material.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction, especially history, criticism, biography, the Canadian parliamentary system and medicine.
Word count: Not stated.
Boroughs Publishing Group
Boroughs Publishing Group is an e-publisher that loves romance, a great story, and compelling characters.
Genre: Romance, especially contemporary, dystopian, erotica, fantasy, historical, regency, LGBTQ+, multicultural, new adult, paranormal, suspense, thrillers, urban fantasy and young adult.
Word count: 40,000 to 100,000 words.
Boulder Books
Boulder Books is an innovative Atlantic Canadian book publishing company, dedicated to high-quality works that explore unrepresented parts of Canadian culture.
Genre: Children’s books and nonfiction, including biography, cookbooks, field guides, gardening, gift, hiking, history, hobbies & crafts, maternal health, medicine, nature, photography, saltwater, trivia and vaccines.
Word count: Not stated.
Bradan Press
Bradan Press publishes books about or related to Gaelic and Celtic languages and cultures.
Genre: Children’s books and nonfiction in English or Gaelic.
Word count: Not stated.
Brain Jar Press
Brain Jar Press is a Brisbane-based publisher specializing in shorter works of fantasy and science fiction. Please note some of their submission calls are limited to Australian and New Zealand writers.
Genre: Fantasy, science fiction, horror, crime and thriller fiction.
Word count: 4,000-60,000 words (chapbooks, novellas and short stories).
Brash Books
Brash Books were founded by Lee Goldberg and Joel Goldman, both Edgar-Award nominated authors, with the aim of publishing innovative whodunits, espionage adventures and novels of suspense from both new voices and well-established authors.
Genre: Crime, including thrillers, whodunits, cozy mysteries, psychological suspense, espionage, and police procedural.
Word count: Not stated.
Breakwater Books
Breakwater Books was established in 1973 to highlight the vibrant literary culture in Newfoundland and Labrador. Today, they welcome books from authors across Canada.
Genre: Children’s books, poetry, literary fiction, crime, suspense, and nonfiction, including art, photography and cookbooks.
Word count: Not stated.
Broadview Press
Broadview Press has been around for over 40 years and publishes books for use in college courses.
Genre: Nonfiction for undergraduate college and university courses in the humanities.
Word count: Not stated.
Brother Mockingbird
Brother Mockingbird is a small, independent publisher committed to the discovery of talented writers.
Genre: Literary and genre fiction, including action, commercial, contemporary, crime, cozy mystery, historical, horror, humor, mystery, romance, science fiction, multicultural, suspense, thriller, upmarket, western, women’s fiction and young adult.
Word count: Not stated.
Brush Education Inc.
Brush Education Inc. strives to publish books that will be useful to their readers by developing a creative, collaborative partnership with their authors.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Bull Publishing Company
Bull Publishing Company publishes health books that help people take care of themselves and their families.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of pain, caregiving, nutrition, child care, self care and living a healthy life with chronic conditions.
Word count: Not stated.
Business Expert Press
Business Expert Press seeks to publish the highest quality books on the broadest possible range of business topics.
Genre: Nonfiction for executives and advanced business students in the areas of accounting, finance, career and personal development, corporate governance, decision sciences, economic, public policy, entrepreneurship, management, marketing, systems management and technology.
Word count: Not stated.
Bywater Books
Bywater Books primarily publishes lesbian and feminist fiction.
Genre: Lesbian and feminist fiction and nonfiction. This includes general fiction, historical, action, adventure, speculative, young adult, new adult and romance. For nonfiction, they’re looking for narrative nonfiction, memoirs and biography.
Word count: At least 60,000 words.
C&R Press
C&R began as a small press in 2006. They are always on the lookout for talented authors and poets whose work they can refine, publish and promote. Please note they charge a $30 reading fee.
Genre: Literary fiction, creative nonfiction, memoir and poetry.
Word count: Not stated.
C&T Publishing
C&T Publishing is a craft book publisher of handmade art subjects. They publish around 40 books a year.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of quilting, fiber arts, craft sewing, general sewing, and fabric based mixed media.
Word count: Not stated.
Caitlin Press
Caitlin Press publishes work by Canadian authors, particularly those based in British Columbia.
Genre: Literary fiction, regional nonfiction and poetry.
Word count: Not stated.
Cambria
Cambria is an independent academic press based in New York and publishes scholarship in the humanities, social sciences, business and international relations.
Genre: Academic nonfiction in the humanities, social sciences, business and international relations.
Word count: Not stated.
CamCat Books
CamCat Publishing opened in 2019 and takes pride in facilitating and engaging communication between their readers and writers. They will not publish erotica or books with strong religious or political slants.
Genre: Genre fiction, including mystery, thriller, suspense, science fiction, fantasy, romance, historical, paranormal, horror, adventure, western and young adult.
Word count: 60,000 to 100,000 words.
Camel Press
Camel Press is the genre imprint of Epicentre Press, specializing in popular and genre fiction.
Genre: Genre fiction, including historical, cozy mystery, mystery, suspense and romance.
Word count: 50,000 to 100,000 words.
Candy Jar Books
Candy Jar Books is a small Cardiff-based publisher working to expand their business.
Genre: Young adult genre fiction, and nonfiction in the area of history.
Word count: Not stated.
Cardiotext Publishing
Cardiotext Publishing is an independent print and digital publisher specializing in the field of cardiovascular medicine. Their books are written by physician-authors.
Genre: Nonfiction in the area of cardiovascular medicine.
Word count: Not stated.
Career Press
Career Press publishes practical books for professionals and general audiences on topics such as career development, HR management and marketing.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of career development, HR management and marketing.
Word count: Not stated.
Carnation Books
Carnation Books publishes LGBTQIA+ romance from queer authors.
Genre: LGBTQIA+ romance.
Word count: 30,000 to 100,000 words.
Carnegie Publishing
Carnegie Publishing began in 1984 and publishes town, city and county histories.
Genre: Nonfiction that is historical in subject matter.
Word count: Not stated.
Carnival
Carnival is the food and wellness imprint of Quarto, focusing on authentic international cuisine, delectable feasts, healthy inspiration, treats and quick everyday meals.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of food and wellness.
Word count: Not stated.
Celtic Cat Publishing
Celtic Cat Publishing is an award-winning independent publisher established in 1995.
Genre: Literary and upmarket fiction, poetry and work of East Tennessee regional interest.
Word count: Not stated.
Cemetery Gates
Cemetery Gates Media is a publisher of horror and supernatural fiction. Cemetery Gates was founded by two friends in 2015.
Genre: Horror.
Word count: 60,000 to 80,000 words is preferred but they have taken books in the 90,000 to 100,000 word range.
Central Recovery Press
Central Recovery Press is an independent publisher specializing in behavioral health topics.
Genre: Nonfiction in a variety of genres focusing on relationships, grief/loss, parenting, and addiction and recovery.
Word count: Not stated.
Changeling Press
Changeling Press is a digital publisher of contemporary, science fiction, and paranormal romance. Their target audience is adult women.
Genre: Romance, in the subgenres of contemporary, paranormal, women’s fiction and science fiction. They also state they accept romance subgenres focusing on action, suspense, motorcycle, medical, rock star, comedy, dark comedy, dark fantasy, urban fantasy, magic, sorcery and witchcraft, cyberpunk, reverse harem, LGBTA+, mpreg (male pregnancy, a trope in fiction where a male character becomes pregnant), steampunk, werewolves, shifters and vampire.
Word count: 20,000 to 40,000 words.
Charles C Thomas Publisher
Charles C Thomas Publisher was founded in 1927 and specializes in the publication of books and textbooks on biomedical sciences.
Genre: Nonfiction relating to biomedical science, behavioral science, education, special education, speech-language, hearing, rehabilitation, long-term care, criminal justice and law enforcement.
Word count: Not stated.
Chartwell
Chartwell Books is the illustrated books imprint of Quarto.
Genre: Illustrated nonfiction in the areas of spirituality, health and wellness, history, military, reference, cooking, lifestyle, and inspirational.
Word count: Not stated.
Chatwin Books
Chatwin Books is a Seattle-based publisher who specializes in bringing ideas to life.
Genre: Middle grade fiction and educational resources for and by Indigenous communitites.
Word count: Not stated.
Chelsea Green Publishing
Chelsea Green Publishing was founded in Chelsea, Vermont in 1984 by Ian and Margo Baldwin. They publish books on politics and sustainable living.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of politics and sustainable living.
Word count: Not stated.
Chicago Review Press
Chicago Review Press opened in 1973 and publishes titles of lasting interest and groundbreaking works that go beyond the trends.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Christian Focus Publications
Christian Focus Publications is a conservative, evangelical publisher.
Genre: Christian nonfiction and children’s books.
Word count: Not stated.
City Owl Press
City Owl Press is an indie publisher specializing in speculative fiction and romance. Please note that Writer Beware wrote an article on City Owl Press recently so make sure you do your research before submitting.
Genre: Genre fiction in the subgenres of romance (dark, fantasy, historical, monster, paranormal, comedy, science fiction, suspense, small town, time travel) and speculative (fairy tale retellings, cozy, dark, urban). They also accept horror, psychological, thriller, mystery and new adult.
Word count: 50,000 words and above.
Clarity Press
Clarity Press was founded in 1988 and is an independent publisher of books on global issues.
Genre: Nonfiction in the area of global issues such as war, peace, self-determination, poverty, international law, intelligence, imperialism, history, environment, economics/finance, diversity, democracy, politics and regional issues.
Word count: Not stated.
Clash Books
Clash Books publishes books that transcend labels and break boundaries. They claim to put the “lit” in literary!
Genre: Literary fiction, nonfiction, poetry and literary horror.
Word count: Not stated.
Clavis Publishing
Clavis Publishing puts children at the heart of everything they do. They believe that tomorrow’s world will reflect the dreams of today’s children and their mission is to make their lives as colorful and beautiful as possible.
Genre: Children’s books including toddler, picture, nonfiction, sound and key colors books.
Word count: Not stated.
Coach House Books
Coach House Books publishes innovative fiction and nonfiction. They publish primarily Canadian authors.
Genre: Literary fiction, nonfiction and poetry.
Word count: Not stated.
Coaches Choice
Coaches Choice was founded with the aim of improving coaches of all sports in all facets of their lives.
Genre: Nonfiction in the area of sports instruction.
Word count: Not stated.
Codhill Press
Codhill Press offers books that aid the “serious seeker”.
Genre: Works of spiritual, literary and poetic thought, such as literary fiction and poetry.
Word count: Not stated.
Coffeetown Press
Coffetown Press is based in Kenmore, Washington has been publishing fiction and selective nonfiction and memoirs since 2005.
Genre: Fiction and nonfiction, especially historical and literary fiction.
Word count: 50,000 to 100,000 words.
Cool Springs Press
Cool Springs Press is the DIY gardening and home improvement imprint of Quarto.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of DIY gardening and home improvement.
Word count: Not stated.
Cooper Dillon Books
Cooper Dillion is a small poetry press that is committed to upholding the virtues of poetry as a high art and the expression of truth, beauty and sincerity. Please note they charge a $10 reading fee, which can be waived if you buy one of their books.
Genre: Poetry.
Word count: Full-length and chapbook.
Corwin
Corwin is an independent family-owned business that strives to publish books by experts on topics most relevant to what educators are facing today. They publish books for coaches, specialists, administrators, those in higher education, librarians, school counselors and psychologists, teachers and staff developers.
Genre: Nonfiction in the area of education development, such as bullying prevention, critical thinking, teaching methods, supporting students with ADHD or autism, or student behavior.
Word count: Not stated.
Cosmic Egg Books (Collective Ink)
Cosmic Egg Books is the speculative imprint of Collective Ink, seeking books that will inspire, inform and illuminate readers.
Genre: Science fiction (including steampunk), fantasy (including magical realism and spiritual fantasy), metaphysical cosmology, supernatural fiction horror and paranormal.
Word count: Not stated.
Crab Orchard Review
Crab Orchard Review is the poetry magazine of the Southern Illinois University Press.
Genre: Poetry, short fiction, nonfiction essays and book reviews.
Word count: Not stated.
Creature Horror
Creature Horror is a Virginia-based publisher focusing on genres like feminist horror, dark speculative fiction, and fantastical fiction.
Genre: Feminist horror, dark speculative fiction, women-driven thrillers, spooky fantastical fiction, literary fiction, or genre-defying prose.
Word count: 20,000 to 90,000 words.
Crippen and Landru
Crippen and Landru is a small business operation publishing short mystery fiction.
Genre: Mystery fiction.
Word count: Short stories.
Crooked Lane Books
Crooked Lane Books was founded in 2014 and publishes high quality crime fiction.
Genre: Crime fiction, especially mystery, thriller, suspense, police procedural, cozy, horror and true crime.
Word count: 60,000 to 100,000 words.
CrossRiver Media
CrossRiver Media is a small Christian publishing company based in Missouri. They publish fiction, Bible studies, devotionals and Christian living books that help women of around 30 to 55 years build their faith.
Genre: Inspirational adult fiction, including historical, biblical and romance. For nonfiction, they accept Bible study, Christian living, family and marriage, inspirational and church growth.
Word count: Not stated.
Ↄalamari Arↄhive
Ↄalamari Arↄhive is a boutique library of literature, art and music.
Genre: Literary fiction.
Word count: Full-length books.
Dahlia (Tell-tale Publishing)
Tell-tale Publishing’s Dahlia Imprint focuses on romance with fast-paced storylines packed with action and excitement.
Genre: Romance, including romantic suspense, gothic suspense, regency and contemporary.
Word count: 50,000 words and over.
Dancing Star Press
Dancing Star Press is a Michigan-based indie publisher specializing in speculative fiction.
Genre: Space opera, solarpunk, dark fantasy, urban fantasy, fantasy based on non-Western cultures, optimistic futurism, poplar tesla, soft science fiction, and hard science fiction.
Word count: Novellas between 17,500 and 40,000 words.
Dark Dragon Publishing
Dark Dragon Publishing is a small indie press located in Canada. They specialize in science fiction, fantasy, and horror.
Genre: Genre fiction, including dark fantasy, paranormal, historical, science fiction, and horror.
Word count: 75,000 to 150,000 words.
Data Trace Publishing
Data Trace is a publisher of legal, scientific, technical and medical books and journals.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of professional medical and legal.
Word count: Not stated.
David C Cook
David C Cook is a nonprofit publisher dedicated to helping Christians all over the world grow in their faith and pass faith onto the next generation.
Genre: Christian nonfiction and poetry that helps people grow in their faith.
Word count: Not stated.
Decadent Publishing
Decadent Publishing is a romance fiction publisher. They are always looking for submissions for their main line as well as ongoing series and special calls.
Genre: Romance in a variety of subgenres.
Word count: 15,000 words and over.
Deep Desire Press
Deep Desires Press is a publisher of erotica and high-heat-level erotic romance whose goal is to excite the reader.
Genre: Erotica and erotic romance in a variety of subgenres, including contemporary, paranormal, LGTQ+ BDSM, historical, science fiction, fantasy and similar.
Word count: 10,000 words and over.
Deep Hearts YA
Deep Hearts YA is an imprint of Deep Desires Press and publishes LGBTQ+ young adult fiction.
Genre: LGBTQ+ young adult fiction that includes romance and the theme of self-empowerment or self-acceptance.
Word count: 50,000 to 80,000 words.
Deep Vellum
Deep Vellum was founded in 2013 in Dallas, Texas. Their mission is to bring the world into conversation through literature.
Genre: Literary fiction, poetry and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Deerbrook Editions
Deerbrook Editions is a literary small press publishing noteworthy and emerging authors in well-designed trade books.
Genre: Poetry.
Word count: Not stated.
Design Eye
Design Eye is an imprint of Quarto that publishes books to help children understand what’s under the surface of our world.
Genre: Children’s nonfiction in the areas of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) and pop culture.
Word count: Not stated.
DEStech Publications
DEStech Publications was founded in 2001 and is an independent academic science, technology and math publishing company that develops professional books and university textbooks written and edited by scientific researchers.
Genre: Professional books and university textbooks in science, including environmental technology, nursing & health science, packaging, plastics & polymers and textiles.
Word count: Not stated.
Directed Media Inc.
Directed Media Inc. is a Washington based educational publisher with a reputation of providing superior quality products to help students and classroom teachers in the Pacific Northwest.
Genre: Nonfiction in the area of education.
Word count: Not stated.
Douglas & McIntyre
Douglas & McIntyre is an independent trade publisher in Canada, with bestselling books that have won both national and international awards. They publish predominately Canadian authors.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction, including cookbooks, biography, memoir, art, architecture, photography, environmental issues, gardening, history, humor, literary criticism, maritime, medical, military, nature, social issues, politics and sports.
Word count: Not stated.
Down East Trade
Down East Trade publishes regional books local to Maine or books written by Maine authors.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of antiques, art, architecture, biography, body, mind, spirit, business, cooking, craft, hobbies, design, family games, gardening, health, fitness history, nature, humor, photography, pets, reference, sciences, sports, travel, and true crime. They also accept fiction, children’s books and middle grade.
Word count: Not stated.
Downingfield Press
Downingfield Press is an independent with a global reach.
Genre: Nonfiction and poetry.
Word count: Not stated.
Dragonblade Publishing
Dragonblade Publishing specializes in historical romance.
Genre: Historical romance in a variety of subgenres. They will also accept historical fiction, historical mysteries, time travel and romantasy if there is a strong romantic element.
Word count: 40,000 to 120,000 words.
Dreamspinner Publications
Dreamspinner Press focuses on gay male romance stories. Please note that Writer Beware wrote an article about Dreamspinner Publications. Please do your research before submitting.
Genre: Romance in a variety of subgenres such contemporary, BDSM, coming of age, erotica, holiday, polyamory, paranormal, western, mystery, fantasy and science fiction. The main characters must end in a gay or all-male polyamorous relationship.
Word count: 18,000 words and over.
Dundurn Press
Dundurn Press is an independent Canadian-owned publisher of contemporary fiction and nonfiction. They only accept fiction submissions from Canadian authors, but welcome nonfiction submissions from writers worldwide.
Genre: Literary fiction and literary nonfiction. They also accept trade nonfiction in the genres of biography, history (especially Canadian and social history), public policy, politics, business, economics, true crime, self help, wellbeing, supernatural, Canadiana and local interest, travel, sport, music, culture, city building, architecture, social science and popular science.
Word count: Not stated.
Durvile
Durvile is an imprint of Durvile & UpRoute, a small and mighty Canadian indie press.
Genre: Nonfiction, including true cases and Indigenous spirit, and memoirs.
Word count: Not stated.
Dzanc Books
Dzanc Books was founded in 2006 with the mission to advance great writing and impact communities across the United States with their efforts to promote literary readership.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
ECW Press
ECW Press has published close to 1,000 books, including nonfiction, poetry and fiction. Please note that they accept poetry and fiction from Canadians only but accept nonfiction submissions from around the world.
Genre: Fiction, including literary, mystery, crime, science fiction, young adult, middle grade and humour. They also accept poetry and nonfiction, including sports, pop culture, memoir, biography, science, nature, true crime, travel, business, personal finance, poker, literary criticism and reference.
Word count: Not stated.
EDGE Science Fiction and Fantasy Publishing
EDGE publishes thought-provoking and well-written science fiction and fantasy novels.
Genre: Adult science fiction and fantasy. They occasionally accept young adult fiction.
Word count: 75,000 to 100,000 words.
Editions Flarne
Editions Flarne is a bilingual publisher of French and English manuscripts.
Genre: Literary fiction that embraces philosophical fiction, fatalistic thoughts and atypical style.
Word count: Not stated.
Emond
Emond is an independent Canadian publisher focusing on the development of products for postsecondary students and professionals in law and justice.
Genre: Nonfiction in law and justice.
Word count: Not stated.
Eerdmans Books for Young Readers
Eerdman Books for Young Readers the children’s imprint of WM. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co. They are rooted in the historic Christian tradition and open to emerging dialogue between denominations and with other faiths.
Genre: Board books, picture books, novels and nonfiction, especially in the areas of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexuality, disability and neurodiversity, and age and community.
Word count: Not stated.
Ekstasis Editions
Ekstasis Editions is a long-standing Canadian literary press who originally published poetry but has now branched out into fiction and criticism. They consider works from mostly Canadian authors.
Genre: Literary fiction, but they are happy to accept original works of science fiction, fantasy and mystery. This might be a good pick if your speculative or mystery novel blurs genre lines. They also publish nonfiction concerning alternative approaches to spirituality.
Word count: Not stated.
Elk Lake Publishing
Elk Lane Publishing is a Christian publisher that aims to point people to Jesus and broaden their horizons.
Genre: Christian genre fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Enslow Publishing
Enslow Publishing’s mission is to publish high-quality educational nonfiction books for children and young adults. Their aim is for children to be able to access these materials in schools and public libraries.
Genre: Nonfiction for children and young adults.
Word count: Not stated.
Entrepreneur Press
Entrepreneur Press is part of the Entrepreneur Media family and publishes books written by entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of entrepreneurship and small business.
Word count: Not stated.
Epic Ink
Epic Ink is the entertainment history imprint of Quarto.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of music icons, cultural phenomena and memorable moments in entertainment history.
Word count: Not stated.
Epicenter Press
Epicenter Press publishes books related to Alaska and the Pacific Northwest.
Genre: Fiction and nonfiction relating to Alaska and the Pacific Northwest, including biography, memoir, history, humor, life in the North, Native American culture and true crime.
Word count: 50,000 to 100,000 words.
époque press
époque press is a Brighton-based independent publisher with connections to Dublin and New York.
Genre: Adult literary fiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Equinox Publishing
Equinox Publishing is an independent academic publisher based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire.
Genre: Academic nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Eschia Books
Eschia Books publishes books that safeguard the history, aspirations and accomplishments of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples.
Genre: Fiction and nonfiction focusing on First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples.
Word count: Not stated.
Evernight Publishing
Evernight is an indie publisher that prefers to publish popular tropes.
Genre: Romance in a variety of subgenres, including science fiction, BDSM, LGBTQ+, holiday, medical, new adult, dark, motorcycle, menage, paranormal, shifters, vampires, urban, erotica, humor, contemporary, military, steampunk, western, fantasy, reverse harem, suspense and young adult.
Word count: 16,000 to 100,000 words.
Evernight Teen
Evernight Teen publishes gritty fiction for today’s young adults.
Genre: Young adult fiction, including contemporary, dystopian, fantasy, historical, horror, humor, LGBT, multicultural, mythology, paranormal, romance, science fiction, shifters/vampires, steampunk, suspense, time travel and urban fantasy.
Word count: Not stated.
Exisle Publishing
Exisle Publishing was founded in 1991 with the goal of shining a light on local artists and writers.
Genre: Nonfiction including self-help, health, psychology, travel, business, current affairs, military history, and alternative lifestyle.
Word count: Not stated.
Fahrenheit Press
Fahrenheit Press is a London-based publisher who specializes in crime fiction.
Genre: Crime and thrillers.
Word count: Not stated.
Fair Winds Press
Fair Winds Press is an imprint of Quarto focusing on providing accessible guidance for living a physically and spiritually healthy life.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of nutrition, cooking, fitness, parenting, beauty, mental and spiritual health, treating sickness and new medicine.
Word count: Not stated.
Familius
Familius is a mission-driven company that publishes books that reflect their 10 Habits of Happy Families.
Genre: Nonfiction for children and families.
Word count: Not stated.
Farcountry Press
Farcountry Press publishes over 50 books each year, including photography books, fun educational books for children, adventure guidebooks and thought-provoking history titles.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of photography, popular history, children’s educational and guidebooks.
Word count: Not stated.
Farrago
Farrago’s mission is to help readers find fiction that makes them smile. They are the sister imprint of Duckworth Books.
Genre: Accessible, entertaining and humorous fiction, including humorous mystery and crime, romantic comedy, satirical comedy, speculative fiction and social comedy.
Word count: Not stated.
Fayetteville Mafia Press
Fayetteville Mafia Press publishes nonfiction books across pop culture, sports and true crime.
Genre: Nonfiction focusing on pop culture, sports and true crime.
Word count: Not stated.
Filter Press
Filter Press publishes books on Colorado history.
Genre: Fiction (especially mystery) and nonfiction, including biography, history and travel that focus on Colorado.
Word count: Not stated.
Finishing Line Editions
Finishing Line Editions is the fiction and nonfiction imprint of Finishing Line Press. Please note they charge a reading fee of $10.
Genre: Literary, genre and upmarket fiction in the areas of historical, realistic, science fiction, fairy tales, folktales and fables. They also accept narrative nonfiction, short story collections, personal narrative, memoir and narrative procedure (how-to/craft).
Word count: Not stated.
Finishing Line Press
Finishing Line Press is a small publisher of poetry based in Georgetown, Kentucky. Please note they charge a reading fee of $3 in every month except november.
Genre: Poetry, especially chapbooks but they are happy to consider works of all length.
Word count: Not stated.
Finishing Press Line
Finishing Line Press is an award-winning small press based in Kentucky, USA. Please note they charge a reading fee in all months except November.
Genre: Poetry, chapbooks and fiction, including historical, realistic, science fiction, folk tales, fairy tales and literary. For nonfiction, this includes personal narrative, how to, craft, memoir, literary and narrative.
Word count: Not stated.
Flame Tree Fiction
Flame Tree Fiction is the author-led imprint of Flame Tree Publishing, focusing on speculative fiction.
Genre: Science fiction, fantasy, horror, suspense and supernatural.
Word count: 70,000 to 120,000 words.
Flame Tree Press
Flame Tree Press launched in 2018 and is the author-led, trade fiction imprint of Flame Tree Publishing.
Genre: Fantasy, science fiction, horror, and supernatural.
Word count: 70,000 to 120,000 words.
Flanker Press
Flanker Press publishes general trade books with strong Newfoundland and Labrador content.
Genre: Literary fiction, children’s books, middle grade, young adult, upmarket fiction, mystery fiction, historical fiction and nonfiction with strong Newfoundland and Labrador content. For nonfiction, they accept biography, autobiography, cooking, crafts & hobbies, gardening, general, history, humour, nature, politics, reference, religion & spirituality, sea stories, thriller, true crime and wartime history.
Word count: Not stated.
Floating Bridge Press
Floating Bridge Press publishes poets from Washington whose writing engages individuals and their communities.
Genre: Poetry.
Word count: Not stated.
Folens
Folens publishers educational books and digital content for primary and post-primary teachers and students in Ireland. They are happy to hear from both first time and established authors who are passionate about the subjects they teach.
Genre: Nonfiction in the area of educational books for teachers and students in Ireland.
Word count: Not stated.
Folklore Publishing
Folklore Publishing is a Canadian press whose mission is to publish accessible books about Canadian history.
Genre: Nonfiction focusing on Canadian history.
Word count: Not stated.
Fons Vitae
Fons Vitae is a non-profit, academic press that publishes interfaith scholarly works focused on world spirituality. They are known for publishing English translations of key Arabic and Persian works, especially in the field of Sufism.
Genre: Academic nonfiction in the field of world religions and spirituality.
Word count: Not stated.
Ford Street Publishing
Ford Street is an independent Australian publisher of books for children and young adults. They publish 15 titles a year and have a strong presence in schools and bookshops around Australia.
Genre: Middle grade and young adult fiction.
Word count: Around 50,000 words for young adult novels.
Formac
Formac publishes a variety of genres, especially nonfiction related to Mi’kma’ki, children’s fiction and other nonfiction.
Genre: Children’s books, middle grade, young adult and adult nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Four Way Books
Four Way Books produces literary publications to connect writers and readers. They were founded in 1993 by four writers and published their first book in 1995. Please note they charge a $32 processing fee.
Genre: Literary fiction and short story collections.
Word count: Book-length novels, novellas, flash fiction and short story collections.
Four Way Books
Four Way Books produces literary publications to connect writers and readers. They were founded in 1993 by four writers and published their first book in 1995. Please note they charge a $30 processing fee.
Genre: Book-length poetry collections.
Word count: Not stated.
Fox Chapel Publishing
Fox Chapel Publishing specializes in sharing knowledge, projects and inspiration with their readers. Their books are sold in bookstores, craft specialty stores, art supply stores and more.
Genre: Nonfiction in the area of creative how-to, including wood carving, woodworking, scroll saw, home and gardening, outdoor and general lifestyle, general crafting, knitting, crochet, fiber arts, sewing, quilting, beading, jewelry making, metalwork, coloring, lettering, painting, pet care, cooking, children’s books, and journaling.
Word count: Not stated.
Frances Lincoln
Frances Lincoln is the gardening imprint of Quarto.
Genre: Nonfiction in the area of gardening.
Word count: Not stated.
Frances Lincoln Children’s Books
Frances Lincoln Children’s Books publishes high-quality picture books, poetry and nonfiction that celebrates the richness and diversity of the world.
Genre: Children’s nonfiction in art and the outdoors.
Word count: Not stated.
Freehand Books
Freehand Books publishes innovative works by Canadian authors.
Genre: Literary fiction and creative nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
From Beyond Press
From Beyond Press is an independent publishing imprint founded by Michael W. Phillips Jr. They specialize in new horror, science fiction and poetry.
Genre: Short stories in new horror, science fiction and poetry for their anthologies.
Word count: 1,000 to 5,000 words.
Frontenac House
Frontenac House is an independent publishing house in Alberta, Canada.
Genre: Mostly poetry but they also consider fiction and nonfiction on occasion.
Word count: Not stated.
Future House Publishing
Future House Publishing focuses on publishing novels that embrace their core values of community, liberty and family. They strictly focus on “clean” and “family friendly” content.
Genre: Adult science fiction and fantasy, and middle grade adventure novels.
Word count: 70,000 to 90,000 words for adult novels and 40,000 to 60,000 words for middle grade.
G Editions LLC
G Editions LLC was founded by publishing veteran Marta Hallett and stands at the intersection of art, creativity and the world of illustrated publishing. Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of fine art, pop culture, fashion, photography, architecture, design, cooking, gardening, children’s interests and lifestyle.
Word count: Not stated.
G-W Publisher
G-W Publisher is an expert in career and technical education. They have been around since 1921 and publish textbooks and educational supplements for a variety of fields.
Genre: Educational textbooks and related resources for a variety of fields, including agriculture, arts, communications, automotive, business management, career education, construction, drafting, education, finance, health science, hospitality, human services, technical trades, IT, manufacturing, marketing, STEM, visual technology and welding.
Word count: Not stated.
Gaudy Boy
Gaudy Boy is an indie press originally founded as the imprint of New York-based literary nonprofit Singapore Unbound. They were established to further Asian and Asian American voices.
Genre: Literary fiction and literary nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Gefen Publishing
Gefen Publishing is a Jerusalem-based publisher which uses Gefen Books as its United States distribution partner.
Genre: Children’s books, literary fiction and nonfiction (including learning Hebrew, cookbooks, history, antisemitism, Arabic language, gifts, Holocaust, and art and photography) about Judaism.
Word count: Not stated.
Gelding Street Press
Gelding Street Press is the sports and Australian stories imprint of Rockpool. Please note that the link will take you to the Rockpool website as that is where they list the submission guidelines for Gelding Street Press.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of sports and Australian stories.
Word count: Not stated.
Gemma
Gemma publishes writers who explore the diverse experiences of young adults. As part of this commitment, they founded Gemma Open Door for Literacy, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting adult and young adult readers.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction of relevance to adults and young adults improving their reading. These stories should involve simple tenses with a second- to -fourth-grade reading level.
Word count: 10,000 words or fewer.
Gibbs Smith
Gibbs Smith is an employee-owned independent publisher whose mission is to impact the communities it serves.
Genre: Nonfiction, including interior design, architecture, cookbooks, arts/crafts, humor and gift, and children’s books.
Word count: Not stated.
Gill Books
Gill Books was founded in 1968 and publishes nonfiction on every aspect of Irish life.
Genre: Nonfiction focusing on Irish life.
Word count: Not stated.
Gingko Press
Gingko Press was founded in 1985 in Germany but moved to California in 1991. They are always on the lookout for shifts in our social order via new media.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of graphic design, popular culture, street art, graffiti, architecture, children’s interests, art, photography and literature.
Word count: Not stated.
Golden West Books
Golden West Books was founded in 1960 and specializes in railroad-focused subject matter.
Genre: Nonfiction related to railroads.
Word count: Not stated.
Good River Review
Good River Review is the literary journal of the Sena Jeter Naslund-Karen Mann Graduate School of Writing at Spalding University. They publish two issues a year and also regularly feature book reviews, interviews and essays on the practice of writing.
Genre: Submissions for their literary journal, including essays, poems, memoirs and immersive journalism.
Word count: Less than 5,000 words for longer-form pieces or less than 2,000 words for shorter pieces. No more than 10 pages for poetry.
Goose Lane
Goose Lane is based in New Brunswick and provides book lovers with a variety of great reads that inspire and spur conversations. They primarily publish Canadian authors living in Canada but will consider submissions from Canadians living abroad if the book has extraordinary interest to Canadian readers.
Genre: Literary, queer and historical fiction. For nonfiction, they consider biography, memoir, business, politics, social sciences, mind & spirit, nature, philosophy, travel, true crime, Indigenous, military heritage and trail guides.
Word count: Not stated.
Gordon Hill Press
Gordon Hill Press is a publisher of innovative fiction and nonfiction.
Genre: Literary fiction, poetry, criticism and creative nonfiction.
Word count: Novel-length works.
Gorgias Press
Gorgias Press is run by scholars for scholars. They are an independent academic publisher specializing in the history and religion of the Middle East and the larger pre-modern world.
Genre: Nonfiction and academic monographs in the areas of the history and religion of the Middle East and pre-modern world.
Word count: Not stated.
Grand Canyon Press
Grand Canyon Press publishes and promotes the work of writers living in the West of the US. They release 6 to 12 books per year.
Genre: Literary fiction, creative nonfiction, memoirs, short story collections, essay collections and nonfiction.
Word count: Novels, novellas, short story collections and essay collections.
Gray & Company
Gray & Company is a Cleveland-based publisher who publishes books about the city and region.
Genre: Nonfiction about Cleveland, Northeast Ohio and Ohio.
Word count: Not stated.
Great Plains Press
Great Plains Press publishes works from emerging and established writers who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada.
Genre: Nonfiction, especially history and biography. They also consider creative nonfiction that voices the issues of Canada to the wider world.
Word count: Not stated.
Green Dragon Books
Green Dragon Books was founded in 1969 in Atlanta, Georgia and publishes a range of books that improve life from childhood through to adulthood.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Greg Kofford Books
Greg Kofford Books is an independent press that publishes scholarly works in Mormon history, theology, literature and culture.
Genre: Nonfiction and creative fiction in the area of Mormon history, theology, literature and culture.
Word count: Not stated.
Grub Street
Grub Street is a small, niche independent publisher of books on cookery and military aviation history.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of military aviation history and cookery.
Word count: Not stated.
Gryphon House
Gryphon House’s goal is to publish resources that address top current issues in early childhood and help people enrich the lives of children.
Genre: Nonfiction focusing on current issues in early childhood.
Word count: Not stated.
Guernica Editions
Guernica Editions houses a variety of imprints focused on books written by Canadian and non-Canadian authors.
Genre: Prose, poetry, essays and anthologies.
Word count: Not stated.
Guilford Press
Guilford Press is an independent press that produces science-based books to support individual and societal wellbeing.
Genre: Nonfiction in the fields of psychology, literary, geography, research methods, general trade, social work, neuropsychology, developmental disabilities, art and play therapy, and related fields.
Word count: Not stated.
Hachai Publishing
Hachai Publishing publishes books for children ages 2 to 6 that focus on the traditional Jewish experience, traditional Jewish observances such as holidays, and positive character traits such as honesty or charity. They are also interested in publishing historical fiction adventure novels that highlight devotion to the Jewish faith and relevance of Torah.
Genre: Children’s books relating to the Jewish experience.
Word count: Not stated.
Hague Publishing
Hague Publishing is an independent Australian publisher of science fiction and fantasy. Please note that they publish work by Australian and New Zealand authors.
Genre: Science fiction and fantasy.
Word count: 30,000 to 80,000 words but they will consider works outside of this range.
Hamilcar Publications
Hamilcar Publications is a Boston-based publisher focusing on the area of professional boxing, true crime, hip-hop, jazz and related topics.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of boxing, true crime, hip-hop, jazz and related topics.
Word count: Not stated.
Hampton Roads Publishing
Hampton Roads Publishing publishes both popular and inspirational titles from a variety of philosophical and theological perspectives with the aim of evolving the human spirit.
Genre: Nonfiction in the area of philosophical and theological perspectives.
Word count: Not stated.
Hancock House Publishers
Hancock House Publishers focuses on publishing nonfiction, regional titles which emphasise western and northern history, biographies, Indigenous culture, natural history, wildlife and folklore.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Hanser Publications
Hanser Publications is a publisher in the field of plastics technology. They are dedicated to advancing the industry through knowledge and education.
Genre: Nonfiction in the area of plastics technology.
Word count: Not stated.
Happy Yak
Happy Yak publishes fun and funny books to make children smile, giggle and laugh.
Genre: Preschool novelty and board books, picture books and children’s nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Harbour Publishing
Harbour Publishing publishes books on topics concerning the Pacific Northwest of Canada.
Genre: Children’s books, young adult, middle grade, literary fiction and upmarket fiction. For nonfiction, they consider cookbooks, food & drink, aviation, art, photography, architecture, memoir, biography, history, geology, literary criticism, maritime, politics, social issues ad the great outdoors.
Word count: Not stated.
Hard Case Crime
Hard Case Crime is dedicated to reviving the golden age of paperback crime novels, both by bringing back old works of the pula era and by introducing readers to new work written by today’s authors.
Genre: Crime.
Word count: Not stated.
Harvard Common Press
Harvard Common Press publishes accessible books on cooking, parenting and lifestyle.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of culinary, parenting and lifestyle.
Word count: Not stated.
Harvard Square Editions
Harvard Square Editions publishes works of environmental, spiritual and social value.
Genre: Literary fiction of social, spiritual and environmental value. They are particularly looking for fiction that transcends national boundaries, especially manuscripts that are international, spiritual, political, literary, science fiction, fantasy, utopia and dystopia.
Word count: Not stated.
Hashtag Press
Hashtag Press loves diverse and inclusive books. They welcome debut authors, especially those from an underrepresented background.
Genre: Young adult genre fiction, including romance, thrillers, horror, commercial fiction, dystopian, epic fantasy and coming of age.
Word count: Not stated.
Hatherleigh
Hatherleigh’s motto is to improve your life and change your world. They are dedicated to publishing reliable content in healthy living to inspire people to live active and healthy lifestyles.
Genre: Nonfiction relating to health and wellness, fitness and exercise, living with chronic diseases, medical, self-help and inspirational, and sustainability and green living.
Word count: Not stated.
Haus Publishing
Haus Publishing was founded in 2003 and is an independent publisher of politics, history, biography, memoir and travel writing.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Headpress Books
Headpress was founded in Manchester, England. They publish a variety of nonfiction books, including cult film, pulp literature, conspiracy theories, occult, true crime and pop culture.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Headstamp Press
Headstamp Press is working to bring firearms book publication into the 21st century.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of arms, munitions or military history.
Word count: Not stated.
Health Professions Press
Health Professions Press publishes resources that support professionals and family caregivers as society’s needs in caring for an aging population continue to grow.
Genre: Nonfiction for professional and family caregivers in the areas of contemporary concerns in gerontology, long-term care, elder care, Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, wellness and aging, and healthcare administration.
Word count: Not stated.
Hera
Hera was launched in 2018 with the mission to be “unashamedly commercial, always inclusive”.
Genre: Genre fiction, including crime, thriller, romance, saga, and general.
Word count: Over 80,000 words.
Heritage Books
Heritage Books publishes books on the local history and genealogy of the United States. They target their books to professional and amateur historians and genealogists as well as institutions that serve these groups.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of American history, local history, and genealogy, including non-fiction narrative works and compilations of source records.
Word count: Not stated.
Heritage House
Heritage House publishes 20 to 30 books each year from Canadian authors who write about topics relevant to Western Canada.
Genre: Nonfiction and children’s books.
Word count: Not stated.
Heyday Books
Heyday is an independent, nonprofit publisher based in California. They were founded in 1974 and promote civic engagement and social justice.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of African American studies, architecture, art, photography, Asian and Asian American studies, the Indigenous peoples of California, history, literature, poetry, memoir, nature, politics and social justice. They also publish children’s books.
Word count: Not stated.
Hierophant Publishing
Hierophant Publishing is a book publisher focusing on the body, mind and spirit. Their name comes from the ancient Greek word for a priest or priestess who interpreted sacred mysteries and esoteric principles of the day. Their goal is to publish words that were inspired by silence and help awaken the hierophant within you.
Genre: Prescriptive nonfiction that was written from a state of presence. If you’re not sure what that means, their books focus on topics such as living a good life, meditation, healing your body, mind and soul, and astrology.
Word count: Not stated.
High Plains Press
High Plains Press is a Wyoming-based publisher specializing in books about the American West.
Genre: Nonfiction focusing on the American West, especially Wyoming.
Word count: Not stated.
Hippocrene Books
Hippocrene Books is an American publisher of foreign language reference books and international cookbooks.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of foreign language reference and international cookbooks.
Word count: Not stated.
Hohm Press
Hohm Press was founded in 1976 and is committed to publishing books that promote self-awareness, recognition of interdependence and compassion.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of authentic spiritual and mystical traditions (such as Buddhism, Sufism, Hinduism etc.), transformational psychology, translations of classical spiritual poetry as well as biographies, autobiographies and memoirs of spiritual teachers or journeys.
Word count: Not stated.
Holiday House
Holiday House is a publisher of children’s books, specializing in quality hardcovers.
Genre: Fiction and nonfiction for children and young adults.
Word count: Not stated.
Holler
Holler is the young adult nonfiction imprint of Quarto.
Genre: Young adult nonfiction, including biography, social issues, self-help, wellbeing and graphic non-fiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Holy Cow! Press
Holy Cow! Press was established in 1977 and has since published over 125 books.
Genre: Poetry, literary fiction and nonfiction, especially historical and memoir.
Word count: Not stated.
Hot Tree Publishing
Hot Tree Publishing, founded in 2015, focuses on a wide range of romance subgenres.
Genre: M/F, M/M, and F/F romance across various subgenres including high heat contemporary, college, motorcycle, military, bad boys, paranormal, fantasy and billionaires.
Word count: 50,000 words and above. Serials of 30,000-50,000 words are considered if completed.
House of Riviera
House of Riviera is a new independent commercial fiction publishing house based in Monaco with a presence in the UK. They
Genre: Romance, crime, thriller, cozy mystery, women’s fiction, historical fiction, detective series, science fiction and fantasy.
Word count: Not stated.
Huia Publishers
Huia Publishers is a Māori owned publisher who shares stories that resonate with their people and values.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction centered in te ao Māori and Māori worldviews.
Word count: Not stated.
Huntington Press
Huntington Press was founded in 1983 by Anthony Curtis. They are known for their books on Las Vegas and gambling.
Genre: Nonfiction relating to gambling, Las Vegas or southern Nevada.
Word count: 60,000 to 80,000 words.
Ibex Publishers
Ibex Publishers is an independent press committed to introducing Persian culture, literature and history. They prioritise publishing books that cannot be published in Iran and books that highlight the best of Persian culture.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Icon Books
Icon Books is an independent publisher specializing in intelligent, quality nonfiction for a general audience.
Genre: Adult nonfiction, including history, biography, memoir, politics, current affairs, business, economics, military history, true crime, popular science, philosophy, psychology, self help, family health, lifestyle, travel, nature, environment, sport, religion and transport.
Word count: Not stated.
Ig Publishing
Ig Publishing is an independent press dedicated to publishing original literary fiction and political and cultural nonfiction.
Genre: Middle grade, young adult, literary fiction and cultural nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Imbrifex Books
Imbrifex Books is known for publishing books on hiking, road trips, and fishing as well as outstanding voices in fiction.
Genre: Genre fiction and nonfiction, including humour, travel, hiking and memoir.
Word count: Not stated.
Industrial Press
Industrial Press publishes resources for the machining community and related manufacturing industries. They offer a variety of books for students, practitioners and professionals.
Genre: Nonfiction resources on machining such as metalworking, welding, machine tooling, engineering math, maintenance and reliability, supply chain and inventory management, construction and design.
Word count: Not stated.
Ink Smith
Ink Smith is a small independent publishing house who streamline their genres to best serve their authors and readers.
Genre: Adult and young adult adventure, fantasy (contemporary, dark, fairy tale, heroic, historic, magic, paranormal, shapeshifting, sword and sorcery , urban, medieval), horror, science fiction (near future, apocalyptic, superhero, steampunk, time travel) and thriller (conspiracy, psychological, techno-thriller)
Word count: Not stated.
Inkspell Publishing
Inkspell Publishing is an ebook romance publisher.
Genre: Adult and young adult romance, including science fiction, fantasy and other subgenres.
Word count: 30,000 to 75,000 words.
Interlink Publishing
Interlink Publishing is a Palestinian-owned and Massachusetts-based independent publishing house. They offer global perspective to readers by publishing works of history, activism, politics, art, cultural guides, cookbooks and illustrated children’s books from around the world.
Genre: Children’s books and nonfiction in the areas of history, activism, politics, art, cultural guides and cookbooks.
Word count: Not stated.
Interlude Press
Interlude Press is a boutique publisher of award-winning LGBTQ+ fiction.
Genre: Well-crafted original novels featuring diverse casts with lead characters from across the LGBTQ+ spectrum.
Word count: 60,000 to 90,000 words.
Interpret Magazine
Interpret is a new magazine of international literature based in Scotland. Please note that submission is free for all readers who need it to be (they won’t ask any questions or for proof) but they do ask that if you are in a financial position that you pay a £3 submission fee.
Genre: Short fiction and poetry.
Word count: Under 2,500 words.
Invisible
Invisible Publishing is a small “scrappy” producer of contemporary fiction, poetry and nonfiction with a focus on Canadian authors.
Genre: Contemporary literary fiction, poetry and creative nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Iqon Editions
Iqon Editions specializes in innovative approaches to publishing illustrated cultural reference content. Their books have been published in over 25 languages!
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of cultural reference content.
Word count: Not stated.
Irish Academic Press
Irish Academic Press was established in 1974 following the demise of the Irish University Press. They have developed into one of the leading Irish publishers of academic and scholarly writing on a range of subjects relating to Irish Studies.
Genre: Scholarly nonfiction in the areas of current affairs, memoirs, biography/autobiography, Irish history, the arts, politics, heritage and culture.
Word count: Not stated.
Island Studies Press
Island Studies Press was founded in 1985 and its goal is to publish books that speak to the culture, environment and economy of Prince Edward Island.
Genre: Nonfiction, poetry and creative nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Islandport Press
Islandport Press publishes stories rooted in the essence and sensibilities of New England.
Genre: Genre fiction including adult, young adult, mystery, thriller and essay. They also consider picture books. For nonfiction, they accept history, humour, nature, outdoors, photography and gift books.
Word count: Not stated.
Italica Press
Italica Press publishes Englishs translation of medieval, Renaissance and early-modern texts as well as historical travel, and scholarly essays in art and history.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of translations of Latin or other ancient language texts and scholarly essays related to art and history.
Word count: Not stated.
Ivy Kids
Ivy Kids publishes eco-conscious books about nature and the environment.
Genre: Children’s nonfiction in the areas of nature and the environment.
Word count: Not stated.
Ivy Press
Ivy Press is an imprint of Quarto and publishes books that take innovative approaches to subjects people want to read about.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of natural history, general reference, popular science, art, craft and design.
Word count: Not stated.
J. Gordon Shillingford
J. Gordon Shillingford Publishing was founded in Winnipeg in 1992 and now publishes 10 titles annually.
Genre: Poetry and nonfiction the areas of politics, religion, true crime and biography.
Word count: Not stated.
Jaded Ibis Press
Jaded Ibis Press publishes literature that tackles a personal or universal truth and that makes people see the world around them more clearly or from a different perspective.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction that explores a personal or universal truth.
Word count: Short stories to full-length novels.
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Jessica Kingsley Publishers purpose is to create positive narratives about difference and encourage social justice by making information and knowledge accessible.
Genre: Nonfiction. Each editor has their own preferences, especially regarding health, neurodiversity and technology.
Word count: Not stated.
JMS Books LLC
JMS Books LLC is a small electronic press publishing LGBTQ+ romance, erotic romance, and young adult romance.
Genre: LGBTQ+ romance, erotic romance, and young adult romance. They are not interested in straight romance stories at this time.
Word count: 12,000 to 130,000 for adult stories and 20,000 to 130,000 for young adult.
Joffe Books
Joffe Books is one of the UK’s leading independent publishers of commercial fiction, especially crime and mystery.
Genre: Genre fiction, including crime fiction, mysteries, psychological thrillers, cosy crime, police procedurals, chillers, suspense, domestic noir, women’s fiction, fantasy, historical fiction and romance novels, including WWII romances and sagas.
Word count: Over 60,000 words.
John Donald
John Donald is an imprint of Birlinn that publishes academic books on all aspects of Scottish culture. While they specialize in Scottish history, they release a wide array of books from architecture to philosophy.
Genre: Scottish nonfiction, especially history.
Word count: Not stated.
John Hopkins University Press
John Hopkins University Press was established in 1878 and is America’s oldest university press. Their mission is to publish trusted scholarship and connect people to evidence-based knowledge from leading experts.
Genre: Nonfiction the areas of American history, contemporary affairs, health policy, public health, health & wellness, literary studies, ancient studies, history of science/technology/medicine, education and life & physical sciences.
Word count: Not stated.
Jones & Bartlett Learning
Jones & Bartlett Learning is a publisher of secondary, post-secondary and professional instructional and learning-performance management solutions.
Genre: Nonfiction textbooks and learning materials for the health sciences, nursing, medicine, public safety, science and technology.
Word count: Not stated.
Joshua Tree Publishing
Joshua Tree Publishing is an innovative publisher dedicated to helping authors making their dreams of publishing their novel come true.
Genre: Genre fiction and nonfiction, including biography, memoir, self help, improvement and the mind, body & spirit.
Word count: Not stated.
Kallisti Publishing Inc.
Kallisti Publishing was founded in 2000 in Pennsylvania with the goal to make books that help people succeed.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of personal development, business and inspirational.
Word count: Not stated.
Kallisto Gaia Press
Kallisto Gaia Press is a nonprofit literary organization supporting writers at all stages of their careers. Their goal is to promote finely crafted work with an expressive and meaningful voice.
Genre: Poetry and short fiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Kamehameha Publishing
Kamehameha Publishing is an ʻŌiwi Hawaiʻi publisher of materials that amplify ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi, ʻike Hawaiʻi, and kuanaʻike Hawaiʻi.
Genre: Nonfiction relating to Hawai’i.
Word count: Not stated.
Kaya Press
Kaya Press is a publisher of Asian Pacific Diasporas.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction relating to Asian diaspora literature.
Word count: Not stated.
Kegedonce Press
Kegedonce Press is an Indigenous publishing company from Neyaashiinigmiing and Owen Sound, Ontario.
Genre: Children’s books, fiction and creative nonfiction from Indigenous authors in Canada.
Word count: Not stated.
Kelsay Books
Kelsay Books was was founded by Karen Kelsay in 2012. Their mission is to transform poetry manuscripts into works of art.
Genre: Poetry, including chapbooks, full-length collections, rhyming poetry for children and collections of formal poetry.
Word count: 30 to 100 pages.
Kensington Publishing Corp.
Kensington Publishing Corp. is an independent publisher based in New York City, releasing over 300 titles per year in a range of popular genres.
Genre: Literary and genre fiction (romance, mystery, suspense, thriller, upmarket, historical, speculative, mystery and romantasy) and nonfiction (biography, memoir, history, true crime, pop culture, film, TV, music, military history, narrative law enforcement and pop science). Each editor has their preferences across various genres of fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Kids Can Press
Kids Can Press is a Canadian-owned children’s book publisher established in 1973.
Genre: Picture books, middle grade fiction and children’s nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
KTAV Publishing House
KTAV Publishing House was founded in 1921 and publishes books relating to Judaism.
Genre: Nonfiction relating to Judaism.
Word count: Not stated.
Launch Point Press
Launch Point Press is dedicated to publishing high-quality fiction books that center on the experiences of lesbian characters.
Genre: Fiction manuscripts where the main characters are lesbians, especially crime, suspense, mystery, intrigue, thriller, historical, literary, romance, sagas, speculative, paranormal and horror.
Word count: 55,000 to 100,000 words.
Laurence King
Laurence King Publishing has been around for over 30 years and strives to publish eye-catching books that capture imaginations and expand horizons.
Genre: Nonfiction, including history, lifestyle, architecture, art, film, illustration, interior design, photography, fashion, food & drink, gardening & nature, music, gift books, graphic design and how to.
Word count: Not stated.
Lawyers & Judges Publishing Company
Lawyers & Judges Publishing Company was founded in 1963 and is based in Arizona. Their mission is to make top quality resources in many forensic fields.
Genre: Nonfiction for professionals in the area of forensic studies, such as accident reconstruction, authentic anatomical, DUI defense, personal injury, terrorism and workers compensation.
Word count: Not stated.
Leaping Hare Press
Leaping Hare Press publishes beautiful books to inspire and empower readers to turn ethical and spiritual values into practical life choices.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of self-help, personal growth, natural and spirituality, creativity, crafts, esoterica and magickal self-care.
Word count: Not stated.
Legend Press
Legend Press is a London-based publisher who aims to produce books of the highest quality on a global platform.
Genre: Genre fiction, crime thrillers, and historical.
Word count: Not stated.
Level Up Publishing
Level Up Publishing was established in 2019 and is a dedicated LitRPG/GameLit publisher. They are an imprint of Ockham Publishing Group.
Genre: LitRPG/GameLit.
Word count: Not stated.
Library Tales Publishing
Library Tales Publishing was established in 2011 and is an independent publishing house renowned for publishing a wide spectrum of bookings. Their mission is to spark a universal love for reading by producing books that cater to everyone.
Genre: Genre fiction including contemporary, mystery, romance, fantasy and similar. For nonfiction, they accept self-help, memoirs and general nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Linda Leith Publishing
Linda Leith Publishing is based in Montreal and specializes in literary fiction and nonfiction.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction from Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Word count: Not stated.
Linen Press
Linen Press aims to fill the niche left by big publishes. They are looking beautifully written manuscripts which are relevant to women’s lives.
Genre: Literary fiction, top end contemporary fiction, memoir, biography, short stories and poetry.
Word count: Not stated.
Literary Wanderlust
Literary Wanderlust strives to help new and experienced authors achieve their dreams of publishing.
Genre: Genre fiction, including romance, women’s fiction, historical and western fiction, paranormal, urban fantasy, crime, mystery, thriller, LGBTQ, science fiction and fantasy.
Word count: 60,000 to 100,000 words.
Little Bigfoot
Little Bigfoot is the children’s imprint of Sasquatch Books and draws inspiration from the natural wonders of the Pacific Northwest.
Genre: Children’s books.
Word count: Not stated.
Little Red Tree Publishing
Little Red Tree Publishing’s motto is “Delight, Entertain and Educate”.
Genre: Literary fiction and creative nonfiction.
Word count: Full-length novels.
Living Justice Press
Living Justice Press publishes books focusing on social justice and community healing, especially restorative justice and peacemaking.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of restorative justice and peacemaking. They publish books that deepen the understanding use of peacemaking Circles and draw from Indigenous philosophies from voices of those “in struggle” for justice.
Word count: Not stated.
Llewellyn
Llewellyn is the oldest publisher specializing in books for the body, mind and spirit.
Genre: Nonfiction focusing on the body, mind and spirit.
Word count: Not stated.
Lodestone Books (Collective Ink)
Lodestone Books is the young adult and new adult imprint of Collective Ink.
Genre: Young adult and new adult fiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Lorimer
Lorimer publishes books related to Canada as a whole or particular regions in Canada.
Genre: Nonfiction from Canadian authors.
Word count: Not stated.
Lucky Spool
Lucky Spool was founded in 2012 and is passionate about sewing, knitting and quilting. They strive to create beautiful books that enrich the artistic work that crafters do.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of sewing, knitting and quilting.
Word count: Not stated.
Lynne Rienner Publishers
Lynne Rienner Publishers was founded in 1984 and publishes in the fields of international studies, comparative politics, US politics, military history and criminology.
Genre: Scholarly nonfiction and textbooks in the areas of international studies, comparative politics, US politics, military history and criminology.
Word count: Not stated.
MacIntyre Purcell Publishing Inc.
MacIntyre Purcell Publishing Inc. currently produces 10-12 books a year.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Magabala Books
Magabala Books is an Indigenous publishing house in Australia. Please note they only accept submissions from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander writers. They will consider collaborative works between Indigenous and non-Indigenous authors.
Genre: Children’s picture books, memoir, literary fiction (including middle grade, young adult and adult), non fiction, social history and poetry that celebrate the diversity of First Nations voices.
Word count: Not stated.
Major Street
Major Street is an independent business book publisher based in Melbourne, Australia.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of leadership, business, entrepreneurship, career development, personal finance, personal development, share market and property investing, self-care, personal growth and motivation.
Word count: Not stated.
Mango Publishing
Mango Publishing is always looking for books that are thoughtful, unusual, and captivating.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Mansfield Press
Mansfield Press publishes exciting, challenging and adventurous literature from Canadian authors. Please note they are unlikely to publish authors without a track history of publishing previous novels, magazines of literary journals.
Genre: Literary fiction, poetry and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Maverick Publishing
Maverick has published over 400 titles for children and has a strong ethos of championing new and emerging authors.
Genre: Picture books and middle grade.
Word count: Under 650 words for picture books and 10,000 to 55,000 words for middle grade.
Mawenzi House
Mawenzi House is dedicated to bringing readers fresh writing from Canada and across the world that reflects diversity, particularly relating to Asia and Africa.
Genre: Literary and upmarket fiction, poetry and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
MB Publishing
MB Publishing publishes memorable stories filled with courage, history, humor, adventure, determination, friendship and love.
Genre: Picture books, middle grade and young adult fiction.
Word count: Not stated.
McFarland
McFarland is an independent publisher of academic and nonfiction books, especially known for topics of popular appeal.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of popular culture, sports, military history, literature, history, body/mind, transportation, games and hobbies.
Word count: Not stated.
McGraw Hill
McGraw Hill’s vision is to unlock the potential of each learner at every stage of life. They publish resources to help people access all the value that education can offer, no matter their background.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of business and economics, humanities, social science, language, science, engineering and math.
Word count: Not stated.
Measure Press
Measure Press’s goal is to bring readers the best new poetry from established and emerging writers.
Genre: Formal poetry and criticism.
Word count: Book length.
Medicine Wheel Publishing
Medicine Wheel Publishing creates culturally authentic Indigenous books, resources and tools for moral and cultural education.
Genre: Culturally authentic Indigenous nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Mellen Press
Edwin Mellen Press is an academic publisher founded in 1972.
Genre: Academic nonfiction in the humanities and social sciences that makes a contribution to scholarship.
Word count: Not stated.
Mercier Press
Mercier Press is Ireland’s oldest independent publishing house. They were founded in 1944 in Cork.
Genre: Literary fiction and genre fiction, including crime, historical, romance and Irish language. They also accept nonfiction that focuses on history.
Word count: Not stated.
Merrion Press
Merrion is the general books imprint of Irish Academic Press.
Genre: Trade nonfiction in the areas of current affairs, memoirs, biography/autobiography, Irish history, the arts, politics, heritage and culture.
Word count: Not stated.
Michael O’Mara Books
Michael O’Mara opened its doors in 1985 by Mr. and Mrs. O’Mara. They now have a backlist of over a thousand titles.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Microcosm
Microcosm Publishing is a colorful, independent publishing house and distributor. They love to encourage skill-building, showing hidden histories and fostering creativity.
Genre: Nonfiction DIY in areas such as Witchcraft, Paganism, Herbalism, mythology, self improvement, scene history, bicycle revolution, queer content and gift.
Word count: Not stated.
Minnesota Historical Society
The Minnesota Historical Society Press is a publisher of the history and culture of Minnesota and the Upper Midwest.
Genre: Nonfiction, including general nonfiction, cookbooks and children’s picture books relating to the history and culture of Minnesota and the Upper Midwest. They are especially looking for titles in the following topics: Native American history and culture, political and military history, natural history and the environment, cultural and social history, arts, culture, & sports, memoir and literary nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Mondial
Mondial was founded in 1999 and publishes unusual and rare books. Please note they are small traditional publisher and while they will not charge you for printing and distributing your book, they do charge a one-time fee of $10 to cover the cost of assessing your submission.
Genre: Literary fiction, including African, American, British and gay, and nonfiction in the subgenres of linguistics, literature, politics, history and psychology.
Word count: Not stated.
Monkfish
Monkfish is an independent publisher devoted to spiritual seekers. They publish books across a dazzling array of traditions, including Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Native American and more.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction in the areas of spirituality and religion.
Word count: Not stated.
Moose House Publications
Moose House Publications was founded by author Brenda Thompson to publish material written in or about Nova Scotia.
Genre: Genre fiction (especially mystery, detective and historical), nonfiction (especially memoirs), young adult fiction or middle grade fiction written about, or written in, rural Nova Scotia.
Word count: 50,000 words and above.
Mosaica Press
Mosaica Press is an independent publisher of Jewish books.
Genre: Nonfiction relating to Judaism, including Jewish law, health and wellness, history, inspirational, Jewish thought, literature, parenting, personal growth, philosophy, self help, Shluchim and Tanakh and marriage.
Word count: Not stated.
Motorbooks
Motorbooks publishes books on transportation.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of transportation.
Word count: Not stated.
Mountaineers Books
Mountaineers Books publishes books that explore, preserve and celebrate the outdoors.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of recreation, adventure and education of the outdoors.
Word count: Not stated.
Neon Hemlock
Neon Hemlock is a Washington, DC-based small press specializing in speculative fiction, rad zines and queer chapbooks.
Genre: Queer speculative short stories, flash fiction and novellas.
Word count: Not stated.
New Frontier Publishing
New Frontier is an Australian publisher established in 2002. Their motto is to inspire, educate and uplift children.
Genre: Picture books and junior fiction.
Word count: Under 600 words for picture books and 5,000 to 55,000 words for junior fiction.
New Harbinger Publications
New Harbinger is dedicated to publishing practical, evidence-based tools for mental health professionals as well as self-help books for general readers.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of self-help books for general readers and evidence-based books for mental health professionals.
Word count: Not stated.
New Letters
New Letters founded in Kansas City to publish the best literary writing, wherever it might be found.
Genre: Novellas, short stories and poetry. It seems they charge for submissions if you are not a subscriber with them.
Word count: No more than 30,000 words.
New Page Books
New Page Books publishes books on ancient mysteries, UFOS, paranormal activity, unexplained phenomena, and related subjects.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of ancient mysteries, UFOS, paranormal activity, unexplained phenomena, and related subjects.
Word count: Not stated.
New Village Press
New Village Press is a publisher of the humanities and social sciences. They are known for their transdisciplinary books in urban sociology, community cultural development and healthy city design.
Genre: Memoirs and nonfiction in the areas of art, culture, placemaking, environment, social justice and women’s lives.
Word count: Not stated.
New World Library
New World Library is dedicated to publishing books that inspire and challenge.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
NeWest Press
NeWest publishes literary works by established and emerging Canadian authors.
Genre: Literary, upmarket and mystery fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Nightshade (Tell-tale Publishing)
Nightshade is Tell-tale Publishing’s horror imprint.
Genre: Horror.
Word count: 60,000 to 90,000 words.
Nightwood Editions
Nightwood Editions’ goal is to help readers explore high-quality work by emerging Canadian writers.
Genre: Literary and upmarket and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Ninestar Press
Ninestar Press is a boutique publisher of quality LGBTQA+ romance, erotica, and literary fiction.
Genre: LGBTQA+ romance and literary novels.
Word count: 20,000 to 120,000 words.
No Starch Press
No Starch Press has a reputation for publishing unique books on technology. They publish authors who are passionate and write about topics that people care about.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of technology, especially open source, security, hacking, programming, alternative operating systems, LEGO, science and math.
Word count: Not stated.
Nobrow
Nobrow is a small London-based publisher who opened its doors in 2008. They predominantly publish children’s books.
Genre: Children’s fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Noemi Press
Noemi Press is a literary arts organization dedicated to publishing and promoting the work of authors and artists.
Genre: Poetry.
Word count: Book length.
Nova Science Publishers
Nova Science Publishers was founded in 1985 and is an academic publisher of science, technology and medical books.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of science, technology, social sciences, medicine and health.
Word count: Not stated.
Now Or Never Publishing
Now Or Never Publishing is a publisher of contemporary Canadian literature and generally friendly irreverence. They only accept submissions from Canadian authors.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Ockham Publishing
Ockham Publishing is a nonfiction publisher who champions ideas that spark curiosity and deepen understanding.
Genre: Nonfiction, including popular science and philosophy.
Word count: Not stated.
Octane Press
Octane Press publishes illustrated and narrative books that cater to niche audiences.
Genre: Narrative nonfiction that cover niche topics, especially motorsports, vehicles, bicycles and independent artisans.
Word count: Not stated.
One More Chapter
One More Chapter aims to publish page turning books.
Genre: Genre fiction, especially crime, thriller, contemporary, romance (spicy, romantic suspense, romantic comedy, erotica), contemporary, young adult, fantasy, romantasy and horror.
Word count: Not stated.
Oneworld
Oneworld was established in 1986 and is an independent publishing house focusing on stimulating nonfiction.
Genre: Nonfiction in a variety of subgenres.
Word count: Not stated.
Ooligan Press
Ooligan Press is a student-run press in the Pacific Northwest dedicated to cultivating the next generation of publishing professionals.
Genre: Fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Optimum Publishing
Optimum Publishing opened their doors in 1970.
Genre: Nonfiction, including Canadian affairs, true crime, business and biography.
Word count: Not stated.
Orbis Books
Orbis Books (not to be confused with speculative fiction publisher Orbit Books) is a Christian publisher focusing on books on prayer, spirituality, Catholic life, theology, mission and current affairs.
Genre: Christian nonfiction, including Christian living, ethics, social concerns, theology, religion & science, spirituality, payer, world religions and topics relating to Black Lives Matter.
Word count: Not stated.
Orbis Tertius Press
Orbis Tertius Press was founded in 2020 and is an independent Canadian publisher committed to publishing works that explore multiple perspectives.
Genre: Literary fiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Orison Books
Orison Books seeks to publish spiritually-engaged literature. Please note general fiction submissions are accepted only during October.
Genre: Poetry, literary fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
ORO Editions
ORO Editions has published over 700 titles over 15 years in a variety of topics relating to architecture, landscape, art photography and more.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of architecture, urbanism, landscape, art photography, sustainability, interior design, academia and applied research.
Word count: Not stated.
Our Street Books (Collective Ink)
Our Street Books is the children’s imprint of Collective Ink.
Genre: Children’s fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Overcup Press
Overcup is an independent book publishing company specializing in literary nonfiction, art, travel, design and epicurean titles.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of music, music history, contemporary arts and culture, architecture and design, travel, epicurean, environmental and nature writing, popular science, regional United States Northwest and longform narrative.
Word count: Not stated.
Oxbow Books
Oxbow Books specializes in publishing important research in archaeology and related subjects.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of archaeology.
Word count: Not stated.
Ozark Mountain Publishing
Ozark Mountain Publishing’s mission is to take readers beyond the unexplained and explore the possibilities of the universe and beyond.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of new age, metaphysical and spiritual material.
Word count: Not stated.
Page Street Publishing
Page Street Publishing publishes over 150 titles per year in a variety of genres.
Genre: Young adult fiction, nonfiction and adult horror.
Word count: Not stated.
Paragon House
Paragon House publishes scholarly titles in the areas of history, philosophy, consciousness, culture, governance, economics and society. Please note that while they are accepting submissions, they note they are not accepting many new books at this time. In 2023, they published 1 book.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of history, philosophy, consciousness, culture, governance, economics and society.
Word count: Not stated.
Parallax
Parallax Press is a nonprofit publisher founded by Zen Master Thích Nhất Hạnh. Parallax Press publishes books on the art of mindful living and Engaged Buddhism.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of mindful living and Engaged Buddhism.
Word count: Not stated.
Parkhurst Brothers Publishers
Parkhurst Brothers Publishing focuses on publishing the American storytelling movement by publishing books by ethnic and professional storytellers who write for general audiences.
Genre: Fiction and nonfiction, including story-based works such as memoirs, story collections, folktale anthologies and instructional titles, social issues and behavioral psychology titles.
Word count: Not stated.
Parthian Books
Parthian is a literary publishing company established in 1993 in Cardigan, Wales. They publish a range of contemporary fiction, nonfiction and literature in translation.
Genre: Genre fiction, literary fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Peachpit
Peachpit is a publisher of books on graphic design, digital photography, web design, web developmental, digital video and related topics for their readers’ digital lifestyles.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of graphic design, digital photography, web design, web developmental, digital video and similar.
Word count: Not stated.
Peasantry Press
Peasantry Press is an independent publisher who strives to publish unforgettable works by writers who use the beauty of the written word and gift of imagination to tell unforgettable tales.
Genre: Fiction, including adventure, drama, historical fiction, inspirational, mystery, suspense, romance, science fiction, urban fantasy, and young adult.
Word count: Not stated.
Peepal Tree Press
Peepal Tree Press aims to publish the best of international writing from the Caribbean, its diasporas, and the UK.
Genre: Caribbean and Black British literary fiction, poetry, and nonfiction.
Word count: Over 40,000 words.
Pelican Book Group
Pelican Book Group is a Christian publisher of Christian fiction and nonfiction.
Genre: Christian genre fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: 15,000 words and over.
Pen and Sword
Pen and Sword publishes nonfiction from authors of all walks of life.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of military history, ancient history, transport, family history, world history and women of history.
Word count: Not stated.
Penmore Press
Penmore Press is an Arizona-based independent publisher.
Genre: Adult genre fiction, including contemporary, historical, nautical, military, mystery, thriller, horror and supernatural, and nonfiction.
Word count: 75,000 to 150,000 words.
Pitch Publishing
Pitch Publishing is a UK sports publisher with a vast catalogue covering sports including football, cricket, rugby, boxing, golf, athletics and more.
Genre: Sports nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Plan B Press
Plan B Press publishes books from authors who have fewer than three published books under their belt.
Genre: Poetry chapbooks.
Word count: Not stated.
Plough Books
Plough Books is a Christian publisher that aims to address urgent questions of today with thoughtfulness and boldness.
Genre: Fiction, nonfiction and memoir. Many of their titles have a faith-based focus.
Word count: Not stated.
Plumleaf Press
Plumleaf Press was created in 2015 as a passion project to create “books to linger over”.
Genre: Children’s books, literary fiction and nonfiction. They are particularly looking for books aimed at women and children.
Word count: Not stated.
PM Press
PM Press is an independent, radical publisher of critically necessary books.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction, including art, social justice, education, parenting, economics, gender, sexuality, history, politics, music, theory and philosophy.
Word count: Not stated.
Poisoned Pen Press
Poisoned Pen Press is the adult mystery imprint of Sourcebooks, an entrepreneurial independent publisher bound together by the idea that books change lives.
Genre: Adult mystery.
Word count: Not stated.
Polar Bear and Co.
Polar Bear and Co. publishes books that fit into the following four themes: Inspiration, Place, History, and Imagination
Genre: Literary fiction, poetry and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Polygon
Polygon is an imprint of Birlinn that publishes literary fiction and poetry. They also publish nonfiction by music journalists. While they don’t state this as a requirement, it seems many of their books have a link to Scotland.
Genre: Literary fiction, poetry and music nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Pomegranate
Pomegranate has been in operation for over 50 years and believes in the power of art and information to positively impact the world.
Genre: Nonfiction, including gift, children’s, design & architecture, and fine art.
Word count: Not stated.
Portal Books
Portal Books is a digital publishing house, specializing in LitRPG, Dungeon Core, Cultivation and Progression Fantasy.
Genre: Cultivation/Progression Fantasy, Dungeon Core or LitRPG.
Word count: 100,000 words and above.
Post Wave Children’s Books
Post Wave Children’s Books is a UK-based independent publishing house. Their mission is to make every child around the globe a reader.
Genre: Board books, picture books, activity and nonfiction for children.
Word count: 64 to 96 pages for nonfiction, under 1,000 words for picture books and under 200 words for board books.
Potton & Burton
Potton & Burton is an independent New Zealand publisher who publishes a diverse list of nonfiction books.
Genre: Nonfiction with a focus on New Zealand.
Word count: Not stated.
Praeclarus Press
Praeclarus Press is a small press publishing books on women’s health. They strive to publish evidence-based but accessible books.
Genre: Nonfiction relating to women’s health, including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and parenting. They are also interested in titles on depression, trauma and violence, cardiovascular health, successful aging and alternative healthcare modalities.
Word count: Not stated.
Prestel Publishing
Prestel Publishing was founded in 1924 and is one of the world’s leading publishers in the fields of art, architecture, photography and design. They publish in all aspects of these genres from pop culture to fashion to children’s fiction.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of art, architecture, photography and design. This includes related categories such as biographies, autobiographies, children’s books and food and drink.
Word count: Not stated.
Princeton Architectural Press
Princeton Architectural Press was founded in 1981 in Princeton, New Jersey. They strive to identify new trends and publish the first books on emerging talents.
Genre: Adult and children’s nonfiction in the areas of architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, graphic design, visual culture, nature, pop culture, photography, craft, and gardening.
Word count: Not stated.
Process Media
Process Media publishes writers of distinction and unique perspectives. They consider themselves a formidable force in independent publishing and document important cultural movements.
Genre: Historical fiction, middle grade stories and nonfiction in the areas of memoir, biography, music, history, self-reliance, realpolitik, true crime, mysticism and occult.
Word count: Not stated.
Prometheus Books
Prometheus Books was founded in 1969 and is committed to testing the boundaries of established thought.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of popular science, critical thinking, philosophy, history, atheism, humanism, current events, psychology and true crime.
Word count: Not stated.
Publishing Genius Press
Publishing Genius Press aims to make the best books by devoted members of the global literary community. They believe that literature can, and does, change the world.
Genre: Poetry, literary fiction, creative nonfiction and “other” projects.
Word count: Short stories to full-length novels.
Pulp Literature
Pulp Literature’s motto is ‘good books for the price of a beer’. They publish magazines of short stories and novels.
Genre: Genre and literary fiction.
Word count: Not stated.
punctum books
punctum books accepts works from both academic and para-academics working in the humanities, social sciences, fine arts, and architecture & design who are interested in writing genre-queer and genre-bending books.
Genre: Genre-queer and genre-bending creative nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Quadrille
Quadrille is a global food and lifestyle publisher that believes in the transformative power of books.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of cookery, craft, lifestyle and gift.
Word count: Not stated.
Quarry Books
Quarry Books publishes business books for a non professional audience.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of business for a general audience.
Word count: Not stated.
Quarto Publishing
Quarto Publishing is the general adult imprint of Quarto.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of crafts, art instruction, how-to, personal development, esoteric, arts, food culture, natural history, science, living and gift.
Word count: Not stated.
Quills & Quartos Publishing
Quills & Quartos Publishing was founded in 2019 and publishes Austenesque and historical romance fiction.
Genre: Jane Austenque variations (i.e. romance novels based on Jane Austen’s stories).
Word count: 70,000 to 100,000 words for novels and 30,000 to 40,000 words for novellas.
Radial Books
Radial Books is an independent publisher who specializes in contemporary poetry and fiction.
Genre: Literary fiction and poetry.
Word count: Not stated.
Radix Media
Radix Media is a worker-owned and operated union print shop and publisher based in Brooklyn, New York.
Genre: Full-length poetry, chapbooks, novellas, literary fiction, memoirs and visual narratives.
Word count: Not stated.
Recent Work Press
Recent Works Press is based in Canberra, Australia and has published a range of poetry from both new and established poets from around the world.
Genre: Poetry.
Word count: Not stated.
Red Adept Publishing
Red Adept Publishing is a small fiction publisher with multiple USA Today Bestsellers. Please note they only accept submissions from US authors.
Genre: Genre fiction, including cozy mystery, fantasy, historical, romance, science fiction, mystery, thriller, suspense and women’s fiction.
Word count: 50,000 words and above.
Red Hen Press
Red Hen Press is an independent, non-profit press.
Genre: Literary fiction, memoirs, creative nonfiction and poetry collections.
Word count: Not stated.
Red Wheel / Weiser
Red Wheel / Weiser’s goal is to publish “books to live by.”
Genre: Nonfiction and children’s books.
Word count: Not stated.
Redleaf Press
Redleaf Press publishes books to make information about best practices in the early childhood field accessible to people who work directly young children.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of early childhood.
Word count: Not stated.
Renaissance Press
Renaissance is a Canadian publisher who is dedicated to publishing novels from diverse Canadian voices.
Genre: Genre fiction, literary fiction, narrative nonfiction and memoirs.
Word count: 40,000 to 100,000 words.
Rio Nuevo Publishers
Rio Nuevo Publishers is an independent regional press located in Tucson, Arizona.
Genre: Nonfiction relating to the West and Southwest of the United States, especially in the arts and crafts, children’s literature, cooking, history, gardening, memoir, Native American, nature, spirituality, and travel.
Word count: Not stated.
River Light Press
River Light Press is a brand new imprint of Aurora Metro Publications which aims to shine a light on great reads that are written by subject experts and scholars.
Genre: Literary fiction, nonfiction and academic writing.
Word count: Not stated.
Rock Point
Rock Point is an imprint of Quarto and publishes books on personal development and everyday spirituality.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of drawing books, guided journals and planners.
Word count: Not stated.
Rockpool
Rockpool Publishing is an Australia publisher specializing in spiritual books, wellness books, oracle & tarot cards, and gifts & journals.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of mind, body and spirit, health and wellness, self-help and gift.
Word count: Not stated.
Rockport Publishing
Rockport Publishing is an imprint of Quarto and publishes books in design.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of design.
Word count: Not stated.
Romance.ink
Romance.ink has been in business since 1991 and is the oldest web-based romance publisher.
Genre: Romance in a variety of subgenres. They have an extensive list of things they are looking for and not looking for on their website.
Word count: Not stated.
Roseway (Fernwood Publishing)
Roseway publishes literary works relating to social injustices and struggles for democracy, liberation and sovereignty.
Genre: Literary fiction and creative nonfiction focusing on social injustices, democracy, sovereignty and liberation.
Word count: Not stated.
Roundfire Books (Collective Ink)
Roundfire Books is the general fiction imprint of Collective Ink.
Genre: Literary and genre fiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Royal Guard Publishing
Royal Guard was established in 2020 and is a digital publisher of LitRPG, GameLit, Progression Fantasy, Harem Lit and Cultivation Fantasy. Please note that Royal Guard is seeking writers who are motivated and deadline driven as you’ll be asked to write on a strict timeline.
Genre: LitRPG, GameLit, Progression Fantasy, Harem Lit and Cultivation Fantasy.
Word count: They are looking for writers who write series.
Ryland Peters & Small
Ryland Peters & Small is an independent, illustrated publisher who creates beautifully produced books.
Genre: Children’s books and nonfiction in the areas of interior design, food/drink, craft, mindfulness/spirituality, health, humor and pop culture.
Word count: Not stated.
Rymour Books
Rymour Books is passionate about promoting Scottish Literature, history and culture.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction by Scottish authors or of Scottish interest.
Word count: Not stated.
Salmonberry
Salmonberry publishes books and educational resources for Indigenous communities with a focus on ecological health and wellbeing.
Genre: Nonfiction. They only accept submissions by Indigenous authors.
Word count: Not stated.
Sapphire Books
Sapphire Books publishes manuscripts by lesbian authors.
Genre: Lesbian genre fiction, including romance, mystery, intrigue with romantic elements and young adult.
Word count: Not stated.
Saqi
Saqi Books is a leading independent publishing house of trade and academic books on the Middle East and North Africa.
Genre: Bold nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Saraband
Saraband is an independent publisher of outstanding fiction, nature writing, environmental issues and memoir.
Genre: Nonfiction, including nature, environmental issues and memoir.
Word count: Not stated.
Sartoris Literary Group
Sartoris Literary Group publishes books that the majors consider too regional, too controversial, or too “small” for publication
Genre: Genre and literary fiction, including mystery, thriller, romance and coming of age. For nonfiction, they accept biography, memoir, self help, music history, American history, Canadian history, photography and business.
Word count: Not stated.
Sasquatch Books
Sasquatch Books publishes a variety of nonfiction books that reflects the adventurous, creative DIY spirit of the Pacific Northwest.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Savant Books and Publications
Savant Books and Publications publishes literary works of enduring value with a twist that expand and transform English readers’ perspectives.
Genre: Genre fiction, especially history or alternative history based on personal experience. For nonfiction, they accept memoir, academic theses, dissertations and books of transformational learning.
Word count: Not stated.
Schaffner Press
Schaffner Press was founded in 2001 and has since published over 50 books.
Genre: Literary fiction, short fiction, historical fiction with socially relevant content and crime fiction. For nonfiction, they accept memoir, biography, autobiography, journalistic expose, true crime, art, culture, pop culture, world history, current events, science, arts, US history, military history and music.
Word count: 60,000 to 100,000 words.
Schiffer Publishing
Schiffer Publishing was founded in 1974 in Pennsylvania.
Genre: Nonfiction and children’s books.
Word count: Not stated.
Scribe
Scribe has been operating for over 40 years as an independent trade-publishing house.
Genre: Literary fiction and serious non-fiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Sea Crow Press
Sea Crow Press believes that small presses play an essential part in amplifying voices that might otherwise go unheard.
Genre: Literary fiction, genre fiction, historical fiction, eco-fiction, young adult and nonfiction, including Buddhist, Black studies, eco-activism, memoir, spirituality and women’s stories.
Word count: Not stated.
Search Press
Search Press specializes in illustrated practical, reference and inspirational books on art and craft books for beginners through to professional artists and crafters.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of art and craft.
Word count: Not stated.
Seaworthy Publications
Seaworthy Publications is a nautical book publisher who specializes in the area of recreational boating. They give each manuscript personal attention and are more than happy to work with first time authors.
Genre: Nonfiction in the area of recreational boating.
Word count: Not stated.
Second Story Press
Second Story Press is a feminist publisher who focuses on publishing Canadian authors.
Genre: Literary fiction, mystery and nonfiction looking at the lives of girls and women, social justice and children’s empowerments from Canadian authors.
Word count: Not stated.
Severed Press
Severed Press is an independent publisher of horror and science fiction, proud of the diversity of their authors.
Genre: Horror and science fiction, including LitRPG, apocalyptic, killer sea creatures and dinosaurs.
Word count: Minimum of 30,000 words.
Severn House
Severn Press prides themselves in being the home of the very best genre fiction. Please note Severn House does not publish debut authors.
Genre: Genre fiction, including crime, mystery, thriller, science fiction, fantasy, romance, saga, suspense, spiritual, noir, police procedural, cozy mystery and adventure.
Word count: Not stated.
SFA Press
SFA Press broadens the university’s mission by publishing works of cultural and scholarly significance.
Genre: Literary fiction, short fiction, poetry and academic nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Shadow Alley Press
Shadow Alley Press strives to entertain readers with the best books in Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Action-Adventure.
Genre: Gamelit (adventure or slice of life), LitRPG, Cultivation, Magical Academy, Dungeon Core, Harem, High/Epic Fantasy, Military science fiction and Space Opera.
Word count: 75,000 words to 150,000 words.
Shadow Mountain Publishing
Shadow Mountain Publishing is passionate about “clean” content and empowering values.
Genre: Genre fiction, including contemporary middle grade, middle grade fantasy, historical romance, women’s fiction, young adult fiction, general fiction and historical fiction. For nonfiction, they accept historical, inspirational, cookbooks and religious content for a non-denominational audience.
Word count: Not stated.
Siren-BookStrand
Siren-BookStrand is an ebook publisher with over 8,000 romance novels under their belt and over 700 authors writing for them.
Genre: Romance in a variety of subgenres with ménage, M/M, and M/F (only if it includes BDSM) pairings.
Word count: 20,000 words to 85,000 words.
Sleeping Bear Press
Sleeping Bear Press was launched in 1998 as a children’s book publisher. Their mission is to provide books that engage, entertain, and educate.
Genre: Children’s books.
Word count: Not stated.
Small Town Girl Publishing
Small Town Girl is a new imprint of Brother Mockingbird focusing on romance set in the 80s.
Genre: Romance set in the 80s or nonfiction about the 80s.
Word count: Not stated.
Solano Press Books
Solano Press Books is a California-based publishing house specializing in land use, planning law, urban affairs and environmental subjects. They are known for publishing resources on land use and related legal matters.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of land use, planning law, urban affairs and environmental subjects.
Word count: Not stated.
Solaris Nova
Solaris Nova is a new imprint of the genre publisher Solaris.
Genre: Science fiction, fantasy, or horror.
Word count: 70,000 to 150,000 words.
Sourcebooks
Sourcebooks is the adult nonfiction imprint of their parent company of the same name, Sourcebooks.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Sourcebooks Casablanca is the romance imprint of Sourcebooks, an entrepreneurial independent publisher bound together by the idea that books change lives.
Genre: Romance.
Word count: 85,000 to 100,000 words.
Sourcebooks Explore
Sourcebooks Explore is the children’s nonfiction imprint of Sourcebooks, an entrepreneurial independent publisher bound together by the idea that books change lives. They are currently only accepting submissions from experts in a field, such as scientists, artists, pilots, architects, etc.
Genre: Children’s nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Sourcebooks Fires
Sourcebooks Fire is the young adult imprint of Sourcebooks, an entrepreneurial independent publisher bound together by the idea that books change lives.
Genre: young adult fiction, especially books that have an authentic teen voice and validate the teen experience in all its diversity.
Word count: Not stated.
Sourcebooks Horror
Sourcebooks Horror is the horror imprint of Sourcebooks, an entrepreneurial independent publisher bound together by the idea that books change lives.
Genre: Horror.
Word count: 80,000 to 100,000 words.
Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Sourcebooks Jabberwocky is the children’s book imprint of Sourcebooks, an entrepreneurial independent publisher bound together by the idea that books change lives.
Genre: Picture and board books.
Word count: Not stated.
Sourcebooks Landmark
Sourcebooks Landmark is the adult fiction imprint of Sourcebooks, an entrepreneurial independent publisher bound together by the idea that books change lives.
Genre: Fiction, especially historical fiction, contemporary women’s fiction, suspense and book club fiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Sourcebooks Wonderland
Sourcebooks Wonderland is the proprietary, customized and regional children’s book imprint of Sourcebooks, an entrepreneurial independent publisher bound together by the idea that books change lives.
Genre: Children’s books.
Word count: Not stated.
Sourcebooks Young Readers
Sourcebooks Young Readers is the middle grade imprint of Sourcebooks, an entrepreneurial independent publisher bound together by the idea that books change lives.
Genre: Fiction for ages 8 to 12.
Word count: Not stated.
Sparkling Books
Sparkling Books is an independent publishing house and a member of the Independent Publishers Guild. Please note they require manuscripts to be independently edited prior to submission. They don’t specify how they check this, but it’s worth noting!
Genre: Genre fiction, including crime, mystery, suspense, thriller, detective, romance, women’s fiction, new adult, urban fiction and drama. For nonfiction, they accept finance, business and current politics.
Word count: Not stated.
Spencer Hill Press
Spencer Hill Press was founded in 2010 and specializes in young adult and new adult contemporary romance.
Genre: Young adult and new adult contemporary romance.
Word count: Not stated.
Spinner Publications
Spinner Publications publishes the history and culture of southeastern New England.
Genre: Fiction, children’s books, poetry and nonfiction in the subgenres of historical narratives, memoirs, photography, art, oral history, biography, poetry, cookbooks that focus on southeastern New England.
Word count: Not stated.
Split/Lip Press
Split/Lip Press is dedicated to publishing boundary-breaking literature.
Genre: Essay, memoir and nonfiction hybrid manuscripts are accepted from October to December, while literary fiction is accepted July to September.
Word count: Not stated.
Square One Publishers
Square One Publishers specializes in adult nonfiction written by authors who truly know their topics.
Genre: Adult nonfiction in the areas of alternative health, collectibles, cooking, gambling, health, how to, parenting, personal finance, postcards, self-help and writing.
Word count: Not stated.
Stackpole Books
Stackpole Books is a trade publisher with over 90 years of experience publishing titles relating to the outdoors, crafts and military history.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of the outdoors, crafts, and military history. They are particularly interested in fly fishing, nature guides, Civil War and World War II history, military reference and speciality crafts and hobbies.
Word count: Not stated.
Stargazer
Tell-tale Publishing’s fantasy imprint is Stargazer.
Genre: Fantasy, especially urban and steampunk.
Word count: 65,000 to 110,000 words.
Steel Toe Books
Steel Toe Books was founded in 2003 and publishes both prose and poetry.
Genre: Poetry, literary fiction, short stories, essays, memoir and mixed genre.
Word count: Not stated.
Steerforth Press
Steerforth Press seeks to publish books that are well written and engage the full attention of the reader.
Genre: Narrative nonfiction, such as investigative or literary journalism, true crime and history for a general audience.
Word count: Not stated.
SteinerBooks
SteinerBooks is an independent, non-profit publishing company with the aim of promoting and making available the works of Rudolf Steiner.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of anthroposophical and spiritual.
Word count: Not stated.
Stillhouse Press
Stillhouse Press publishes works that can’t or doesn’t want to find a home in big publishing.
Genre: Literary fiction and poetry.
Word count: 50,000 to 100,000 words for novels and 50 to 75 pages for poetry.
Stone Pier Press
Stone Pier Press is a San Francisco-based press with a passion for publishing books that promote DIY environmentalism.
Genre: Nonfiction on the topic of sustainable gardening.
Word count: Full-length works.
Storey Publishing
Storey Press publishes practical information that encourages personal independence in harmony with the environment.
Genre: Children’s nonfiction and adult nonfiction in the areas of gardening, home, reference, crafts, cooking, beer/wine, nature, raising animals, horses, building, farming, homesteading and the mind, body and spirit.
Word count: Not stated.
Storm Publishing
Storm Publishing believes in the power of storytelling to transport readers to other worlds.
Genre: Genre fiction, including crime, thriller, mystery, psychological thrillers, historical, multicultural fiction, romance, women’s fiction, science fiction, fantasy and upmarket.
Word count: Not stated.
Strange Attractor
Strange Attractor is an independent publishing house based in London.
Genre: Nonfiction, especially previously neglected or rejected areas of research and investigation. They publish a handful of novels and short fiction anthologies.
Word count: Not stated.
Study It Books
Study It Books specializes in Enhanced Books for the Apple Bookstore, digital books, textbooks, paperback and hardcover publishing.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of education such as textbooks.
Word count: Not stated.
Sunbelt Publications
Sunbelt Publications was founded in Austin, Texas with the aim of marketing and distributing books by their founders. Since then they have grown into a publisher of books relating to California, Baja California and the Southwest.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of regional travel and reference, guidebooks, natural science, and outdoor adventure in California, Baja California, and the Southwest.
Word count: Not stated.
Sunbury Press
Sunbury Press is a rapidly growing publisher with six imprints.
Genre: Literary and genre fiction, including history, mystery, detective, police procedural, crime, thriller, horror and young adult. For nonfiction, they accept history, current events, science, reference, art history, local/regional history, humour, spiritual, metaphysical, self help, professional and memoirs.
Word count: Not stated.
Suspense Magazine
Suspense Magazine publishes some of the best titles in suspense, thriller, mystery and horror.
Genre: Suspense, thriller, mystery and horror.
Word count: 5,000 words and less.
Synergy Publishing
Synergy Publishing is an independent publishing house which focuses on empowering readers with books that encourage growth.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
t r a c e
t r a c e works with writers who want to publish books that illuminate contemporary and historical experiences of conflict, war, displacement, exile migration, the environment, labour and resistance.
Genre: Genre-breaking forms of literary fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Talonbooks
Talonbooks publishes work of significant literary and cultural importance by Canadian authors.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Tartarus Press
Tartarus Press publishes books within the strange/supernatural tradition.
Genre: Literary supernatural, strange and horror fiction.
Word count: 70,000 to 90,000 words.
TCK Publishing
TCK is a small independent press established in 2011. They strive to publish books that will educate, inspire and entertain both young and old readers alike.
Genre: Nonfiction, especially self-help, personal development, health & wellness, business, finance, relationships, spirituality, how-to, gardening, nature and workbooks.
Word count: Not stated.
Telos Publishing
Telos Publishing is a small UK-based press established in 2000.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Text Publishing
Text Publishing is an independent Melbourne-based publisher of fiction and nonfiction. They accept submissions from citizens or residents of Australia and New Zealand.
Genre: Genre fiction, including crime, thriller, erotica, fantasy, paranormal, historical, romance, LGBTQIA+, young adult, and middle grade. For nonfiction, they accept biography, memoir, essays, film, history, humour, philosophy, politics, religion, science, environment, relationships, society, culture, sport, travel and war.
Word count: 10,000-120,000 words.
Thames & Hudson
Thames & Hudson was founded in 1949 and is passionate about creating a ‘museum without walls’ and to making the world of art and research accessible to the reading public.
Genre: Children’s nonfiction and adult nonfiction in the areas of art, architecture, photography, design, fashion, popular culture, history and archaeology.
Word count: Not stated.
Thames & Hudson Australia
Thames & Hudson Australia publishes Australian content in the areas of art (fine or decorative), history (Australian, natural or cultural), architecture, science, design, fashion, gardens, photography and popular culture.
Genre: Narrative nonfiction, children’s nonfiction, illustrated books, picture books and board books that focuses on one of their Australian-focused areas.
Word count: Not stated.
The Bright Press
The Bright Press is dedicated to producing beautiful books that inspire a wide range of enthusiasts.
Genre: Nonfiction that inspires enthusiasts, such as gardening, science, beer and artists.
Word count: Not stated.
The Brucedale Press
The Brucedale Press is the publishing division of Broad Horizons Books and was established in 1976. Please note they only accept queries sent via post.
Genre: Literary and historical works by Canadian authors with a focus on the Queen’s Bush and Bruce Peninsula area of Ontario, Canada.
Word count: Not stated.
The Evil Cookie Publishing
The Evil Cooking Publishing is run by horror author and artist, K. Trap Jones, and specializes in creating horror novels, novellas, collections and anthologies with unique hand drawn covers.
Genre: Horror.
Word count: 40,000 words and above.
The Experiment Publishing
The Experiment Publishing was founded in 2009 and believes every book is a test of new ideas.
Genre: Nonfiction, including narrative and practically oriented nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
The Federation Press
The Federation Press is an independent Australian publishing company that publishes a mix of titles for students and legal practitioners.
Genre: Legal, social science, and academic books.
Word count: Not stated.
The Feminist Press
The Feminist Press is a small, independent publisher who aims to champion intersectional work.
Genre: Fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
The Florida Historical Society
The Florida Historical Society publishes books relating to the history of Florida.
Genre: Nonfiction relating to Florida’s history.
Word count: Not stated.
The Foundry Publishing
The Foundry Publishing is a denominational publisher of holiness literature, reflecting an evangelical Wesleyan stance of the Church of Nazarene.
Genre: Poetry and practical nonfiction on issues of faith consistent with the Wesleyan tradition.
Word count: 45,000 to 60,000 words for nonfiction.
The Good Book
The Good Book Company is a evangelical Christian publisher that publishes bible-centred resources to promote, encourage and equip young people to serve their Christian faith and Jesus.
Genre: Nonfiction resources for evangelism, bible study, training, Christian living and children’s work.
Word count: Not stated.
The History Press
The History Press is an independent nonfiction publisher based in Gloucestershire in the UK. Their values are quality, honesty, inclusive and socially conscious.
Genre: Historical or general nonfiction, such as memoir, entertainment, travel, true crime and many more.
Word count: Not stated.
The Key Publishing House
The Key Publishing House is a progressive publisher built on creating a quality publishing experience.
Genre: Nonfiction including wellness, grief and loss, and journals.
Word count: Not stated.
The Legion Publishers
The Legion Publishers is owned by authors and experts in the Gamelit and LitRPG genres.
Genre: LitRPG, Gamelit, Dungeon Core, Cultivation, Magical Academy, Harem, and Cyberpunk.
Word count: 75,000 words and above.
The New Press
The New Press is a non-profit public-interest publisher who amplifies progressive voices.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
The O’Brien Press
The O’Brien Press is a leading general publisher of adult and children’s books in Ireland. They publish a range of books and are always looking to explore new and exciting areas.
Genre: Children’s fiction, children’s nonfiction and adult nonfiction. They are more likely to publish authors based in Ireland but are open to submissions from authors all around the world.
Word count: Not stated.
The Porcupine’s Quill
The Porcupine’s Quill is an artisanal publisher that values the art and craft of the book.
Genre: Literary fiction, poetry and creative nonfiction by Canadian authors.
Word count: Novel length works only.
The Story Plant
Founded in 2008, The Story Plant is dedicated to publishing quality fiction and developing authors.
Genre: Genre fiction.
Word count: Not stated.
The Wild Rose Press
The Wild Rose Press is primarily a virtual publisher founded in 2006.
Genre: Romance, including contemporary, science fiction, steampunk, futuristic, paranormal and historical.
Word count: 15,000 to 100,000 words.
Theytus Books
Theytus Books publishes books by Canadian First Nations, Métis and Inuit authors.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Thistle (Tell-tale Publishing)
Thistle is Tell-tale Publishing’s middle grade and young adult imprint.
Genre: Middle grade and young adult romance and fantasy.
Word count: 40,000 to 55,000 words.
Thistledown Press
Thistledown Press began as a press for Prairie writers in Saskatchewan in 1975 but now publishes novels from writers across Canada.
Genre: Literary fiction, creative nonfiction and poetry.
Word count: Not stated.
Thornapple Press
Thornapple Press is a sex-positive nonfiction publisher that publishes books discussing relationships, love, sexuality and relational ethics.
Genre: Nonfiction focusing on relationships, love, sexuality and relational ethics.
Word count: Not stated.
Thread
Thread publishes thought provoking and fresh ideas that offer a clever solution to a problem or encourages people to discover something new.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of self-development, parenting, popular finance, health, nutrition, fitness, personal finance and inspirational memoir.
Word count: Not stated.
Three Hands Press
Three Hands Press publishes titles of interest for readers of esoterica.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of esoterica, such as folk magic, witchcraft, charming, ancient religion, magical philosophy, ceremonial magic, herbalism, European grimoires, shamanism, and kindred disciplines.
Word count: Not stated.
Tilbury House Publishers
Tilbury House publishes diverse children’s books with messages of social justice, mindfulness, the power of imagination, lessons of history and more.
Genre: Children’s books including board books, beginning readers, picture books and middle grade titles.
Word count: Not stated.
Timber Press
Timber Press strives to share the wonders of the natural world by publishing books from experts in the fields of gardening, horticulture and natural history.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of gardening how to, garden design, popular science, nature, garden literature and regional/national field guides.
Word count: Not stated.
Timeless Wind
Timeless Wind is an independent publisher of fantasy and science fiction established in 2020.
Genre: Progression fantasy, power fantasy and Gamelit/LitRPG books
Word count: 100,000 words and above.
Tiny Fox Press
Tiny Fox Press is in search of engaging stories needing a great home. They also boast a bearded dragon on their staff who leads a double life as a very tiny fox.
Genre: Fantasy, litRPG, science fiction, light fantasy, cozy fantasy, mythology, fairytale retellings, Arthurian, gaslamp, humorous, urban, space opera, post apocalyptic and young adult.
Word count: Not stated.
TMC Books
TMC Books is a small independent publishing company originally established to provide materials for Stonehearth Open Learning Opportunities. Please note that they only consider works that have been professionally edited.
Genre: Nonfiction relating to topics that Stonehearth Open Learning Opportunities teaches.
Word count: Not stated.
Top Hat Books (Collective Ink)
Top Hat Books is the historical fiction imprint of Collective Ink.
Genre: Historical fiction.
Word count: Not stated
Torrey House Press
Torrey House Press publishes books focusing on environmental advocacy.
Genre: Literary fiction and genre fiction, including mystery, thriller, horror, climate fiction, Indigenous futurism, afrofuturism, magical realism, fantasy, historical, romance and nontraditional western. They also accept investigative nonfiction, creative nonfiction and narrative nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Touchwood Editions
Touchwood Editions is a small team of creatives who opened doors back in 1984 who publishes Canadian authors, with a strong preference for authors from or writing about western Canada.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction in the areas of food, wine, art, photography, gardening, pets, house, regional history, popular history, memoir and narrative.
Word count: Not stated.
Tradewind Books
Tradewind Books has been in operation for over 20 years and publishes prize-winning picture books, novels and poetry for children.
Genre: Picture books and middle grade fiction. They also accept young adult fiction, but only from Canadian authors.
Word count: Not stated.
Tramp Press
Tramp Press is an Irish publisher launched in 2014 to publish exceptional literary talent. Please note they no longer accept submissions from the US and Canada.
Genre: Literary fiction and narrative nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Travelers’ Tales
Travelers’ Tales was founded in 1993 with the aim of publishing travel books that paint a portrait of a country through the experiences of travelers.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of travel stories for their volumes.
Word count: Not stated.
Troy Books
Troy Books was founded in 2008 as a small cottage industry in Cornwall.
Genre: Nonfiction focusing on witchcraft, folk magic, occult herbalism, etc.
Word count: Not stated.
Tughra Books
Tughra Books is dedicated to producing high-quality books on Islam as a religion, Islamic history and art, Islamic spirituality and traditions with the aim of contributing to the proliferation of peace and common understanding throughout the world.
Genre: Nonfiction on Islam, Islamic history and art, Islamic spirituality and Islamic traditions.
Word count: Not stated.
Tundra Book Group
Tundra Book Group is Canada’s oldest English children’s book publisher. They are currently only accepting manuscripts from underrepresented communities.
Genre: Middle grade, young adult fiction, young adult nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Turner Publishing Company
Turner Publishing Company is an award-winning, independent publisher.
Genre: Genre fiction, including contemporary romance, upmarket, romantasy, fantasy, science fiction, dystopian, thriller and horror. For nonfiction, they accept history, current events, business, economics, psychology, science and medicine.
Word count: Not stated.
Turnstone Press
Turnstone Press is a literary publisher who publishes Canadian authors and landed immigrants.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction. They publish a variety of literary mysteries, thrillers and speculative fiction under their Ravenstone imprint.
Word count: Not stated.
Turtle’s Back Publishing
Turtle’s Back Publishing was established in 2019 and aims to publish Indigenous work that strength and amplify Indigenous knowledge.
Genre: Literary fiction, poetry and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Two Sylvias Press
Two Sylvias Press was founded by two Seattle-based poets (no, their names aren’t Sylvia). Two Sylvias Press is named after Sylvia Plath and Sylvia Beach, two American women who worked in publishing and poetry.
Genre: Poetry.
Word count: Not stated.
Ugly Duckling Presse
Ugly Duckling Presse is a nonprofit publisher for poetry, translation, experimental nonfiction, performance texts and books by artists.
Genre: Poetry and prose for their journals and chapbooks.
Word count: Not stated.
unnamed press
unnamed press is a Lost Angeles-based independent book publisher.
Genre: Literary fiction and creative nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Unsolicited Press
Unsolicited Press is a no-frills, kick-ass small press that works for the author, not for the dollar.
Genre: Literary novels, poetry, novellas, short story collections, memoirs and nonfiction. Please note there is a small submission fee, which is currently US$5.
Word count: Not stated.
Upper Room Books
Upper Room Books is a Christian publisher that guides readers in Christian spiritual formation.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of prayer and other spiritual practices, spiritual formation, Advent and Lent studies, living a faithful Christian life, relationships, healing and wholeness, aging, and creativity and spirituality.
Word count: Not stated.
UpRoute
UpRoute is an imprint of Durvile & UpRoute, a small and mighty Canadian indie press.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction focusing on Indigenous spirit and other brave and cultural projects.
Word count: Not stated.
Veliz Books
Veliz Books is an independent literary press dedicated to discovering, publishing, and promoting work from emerging and established authors. Please note they charge a $25 reading fee, which includes a book from their catalog. This fee can be waived for writers of minority and underrepresented groups.
Genre: Poetry, literary fiction and creative nonfiction.
Word count: 100 to 250 pages for fiction and nonfiction. 50 to 80 pages for poetry.
Velox Books
Velox Books is passionate about bringing the most chilling, weird and captivating horror tales to readers who crave the extraordinary.
Genre: Horror, weird fiction and intriguing tales that push the boundaries of the imagination.
Word count: Not stated.
Ventura Press
Ventura Press is a Sydney-based independent publisher established in 2002.
Genre: Literary fiction, upmarket fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: 40,000-120,000 words.
Vernon Press
Vernon Press is an independent publisher of bilingual scholarly books in the humanities and social sciences. They publish books in English and Spanish.
Genre: Academic nonfiction in the areas of the humanities and social sciences.
Word count: Not stated.
Vibrant Publishers
Vibrant Publishers is a Colorado-based publishing house with a focus on high-quality books for entrepreneurs, professionals and students.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of business and management.
Word count: Not stated.
Victory Belt Publishing
Victory Belt Publishing was founded in 2006 by New York Times bestselling author Erich Krauss.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of cookbooks, health and wellness, and fitness.
Word count: Not stated.
Voyageur Press
Voyageur Press publishes books in five key areas: self-sufficiency, beer and spirits, regional American cooking, popular science and music.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of self-sufficiency, beer and spirits, regional American cooking, popular science and music.
Word count: Not stated.
Vulpine Press
Vulpine Press established in 2017 with the aim of publishing commercial, innovative and stylish fiction.
Genre: Commercial fiction. This includes genres such as horror, biography, children’s books, young adult, crime, thriller, culture, drama, adventure, literary, humor, romance, science fiction and fantasy.
Word count: Not stated.
Wakefield Press
Wakefield Press is a leading independent publishing company based in Adelaide.
Genre: Genre fiction, especially crime, literary fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Walter Foster Jr.
Walter Foster Jr. publishes fun and imaginative books for children.
Genre: Children’s nonfiction in the areas of art, “edutainment”, history, craft, nature and preschool concepts.
Word count: Not stated.
Walter Foster Publishing
Walter Foster Publishing publishes books that help people discover their artistic talents. They specialize in art instruction including traditional pencil sketching, acrylic, oil, watercolor painting, mixed media, hand lettering, and DIY crafting.
Genre: Nonfiction in the area of art instruction.
Word count: Not stated.
Watkins Publishing
Watkins Publishing specializes in books for the mind, body and spirit.
Genre: Nonfiction focusing on the mind, body and spirit.
Word count: Not stated.
Weiser Books
Weiser Books publishes esoteric and occult teachings from around the world.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of astrology, tarot, witchcraft, magick, Eastern thought and Western mystery traditions.
Word count: Not stated.
Wellfleet Press
Wellfleet Press is an imprint of Quarto that publishes books offering unique insights into wellness and spirituality.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of wellness and spirituality.
Word count: Not stated.
Westwood Press
Westwood Press is a new publishing house headquartered in Portland, Oregon. In addition to publishing fiction and nonfiction, they also specialize in professional translations for Spanish and English.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction that draw from the humanities and social sciences.
Word count: Not stated.
Whiskey Tit Press
Whiskey Tit proudly publishes books that don’t fit neatly into the genres that traditional publishers are looking for. They are attempting to restore degradation and degeneracy to the literary arts and are unwilling to sacrifice intellectual rigour, unrelenting playfulness and visual beauty in their books.
Genre: Cross-genre, experimental and hybrid fiction and creative nonfiction.
Word count: Full length manuscripts.
White Lion Publishing
White Lion Publishing is an imprint of Quarto that strives to help readers understand and enjoy the world around them through expert writing, visually striking design, and innovative formats.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of self-care, lifestyle, popular culture, travel, issues and activism, and food and drink.
Word count: Not stated.
White Stag Publishing
White Stag Publishing publishes esoteric books in the scope of alchemy and the occult with intersections of science, magik, witchcraft, activism, mysticism, spirituality and the speculative or supernatural.
Genre: Poetry, prose, nonfiction, hybrid work and ritual projects in the scope of White Stag’s thematic elements.
Word count: Full length manuscripts.
Wide Eye Editions
Wide Eye Editions publishes nonfiction books that opens eyes to a whole wide world of wonder.
Genre: Nonfiction in a variety of subgenres from art to armchair travel.
Word count: Not stated.
Wily Publications Ltd
Wily Publications is a publishing house that specializes in heritage nonfiction and historical fiction. They are particularly interested in New Zealand’s past and its heritage.
Genre: Heritage nonfiction and historical fiction relating to New Zealand.
Word count: Not stated.
Windgather Press
Windgather Press is an imprint of Oxbow Books. They specialize in publishing accessible and attractive books on landscape history, landscape archaeology and the history of Britain’s countryside.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of landscape history, landscape archaeology and the history of Britain’s countryside. This includes garden history.
Word count: Not stated.
Windy Hollow Books
Windy Hook Books is an independent publisher of picture books for children with a focus on strong stories and beautiful illustrations.
Genre: Board and picture books.
Word count: Not stated.
Wisdom Publications
Wisdom Publications is a publisher of contemporary and classic Buddhism, mindfulness and meditation.
Genre: Buddhist nonfiction. Authors should have relevant professional, academic or Dharma-teaching credentials.
Word count: Not stated.
Wise Wolf Books
Wise Wolf Books is based in Nevada and is a modern publisher of young adult fiction.
Genre: Young adult genre fiction, including contemporary, mystery, thriller, suspense and action.
Word count: Not stated.
Wolfpack Publishing
Wolfpack Publishing started as a small Western publishing company and has grown to accept other genres.
Genre: Genre fiction, including men’s adventure, crime, historical, action, adventure and western.
Word count: Not stated.
Wolsak and Wynn
Wolsak and Wynn is a Canadian press dedicated to publishing passionate Canadian voices.
Genre: Literary fiction, nonfiction and poetry from Canadian authors.
Word count: Not stated.
Woodfield Publishing Ltd
Woodfield Publishing Ltd is an independent publishing company based in Southern England.
Genre: Military and historical fiction.
Word count: Not stated.
word & pictures
words & pictures is an imprint of Quarto that publishes innovative and entertaining fiction and nonfiction books for children.
Genre: Children’s fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.
Worldwell
Worldwell was founded in 1986 and is a leading publisher of magazines and books in Ireland.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of Irish history and archaeology.
Word count: Not stated.
Wrecking Ball Press
Wrecking Ball Press is a UK-based publisher strives to publish literature that lasts.
Genre: Literary fiction and poetry.
Word count: Not stated.
Young Dragons
Young Dragons is a traditional publisher who considers their authors as partners in a publishing relationship. They encourage their authors to maintain an online presence, through an author webpage and social media account, to help share their novels with their readers. They public creative, socially conscious, educational and humorous fiction and nonfiction for children of all ages.
Genre: Picture and board books, middle grade fiction, nonfiction and biographies for children.
Word count: Not stated.
Zibby Books
Zibby Books is part of Zibby Media, a women-led startup founded by Zibby Owens. They are dedicated to deepening connections between readers and authors.
Genre: Literary fiction, genre fiction, and memoir.
Word count: Not stated.
Zondervan
Zondervan is a Christian publisher of original books and Bibles.
Genre: Christian reflective and academic nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.

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