Education publishers directory of united kingdom list. How2become is a nonfiction book publisher accepting submissions to help you. What follows is a list of the bare minimum i expect to see in a proposal for a nonfiction book. We publish nonfiction books on amazon kindle in the u. Use an annual publication such as the writers and artists yearbook to get an uptodate directory of publisher and agent contacts as well as stacks of practical advice and information about the publishing process. Electronic versions of your full manuscript should be in one file and not separate chapters. Theres more to it who should you approach to get it published. Enter the name by which you would like to be known by on your work. We are a small, fledgling company and, as such, can only publish a. Nov 19, 20 it is also frustrating as a writer to have a non fiction book that is uptotheminute when completed, only for it to come out maybe nine months later and seem slightly dated. Home orion bringing you news from our world to yours. Hurst specialise in nonfiction, and have been going strong since 1969.
Childrens uk book publishers accepting submissions wacky. Nonfiction publishing in the uk is in fine health, actually. Please note that we take on very few memoirs these days, no poetry or plays and no books on sport, spirituality or selfhelp subjects. It is also frustrating as a writer to have a nonfiction book that is uptotheminute when completed, only for it to come out maybe nine months later and seem slightly dated. Nonfiction book publishers, publishing nonfiction, nonfiction. We are dedicated literary professionals who care passionately about every book that we publish whether its a brilliant debut novel by a new talent or a promising bestseller by a firmly. We are a small, fledgling company and, as such, can only publish a limited number of titles every year. And we have a small but perfectly formed commercial fiction list too.
Milkweed editions is one of the nations leading independent, nonprofit literary publishers. They focus on all kinds of quality fiction and one of their titles, the garden of evening mists by tan twang eng, has been nominated for an award. There are dozens of childrens book publishers that do not require an agent, which means childrens book authors generally find it easier to break into publishing than those who write adult fiction and nonfiction. Every book published is an intensive journey with promotions and editorial support and because of this, this londonbased publisher only considers complete manuscripts.
Nonfiction book publishing with how2become publish your book. She also selectively acquires cookbooks and craft books with a pop culture spin. Fiction publishers directory listing 11 to 20 of 659 fiction publishing companies page 2 of 66 of all the publishing houses listed in the directory of fiction publishers. Sep 05, 2018 text publishing australia accepts nonfiction and fiction manuscripts, including middle grade and young adult. The nonfiction specialists of penguin random house, ebury is one of the uks leading nonfiction publishers. Thistle publishing is a londonbased publisher of quality fiction and nonfiction. Publishers of military history with 1500 books in print, including the menatarms, campaign, essential histories, fortress and aircraft of the aces series, plus a variety of trade hardbacks. Childrens book publishers this page is intended as a resource for anyone looking for more information about a given childrens book publisher. We are an adult nonfiction publisher and are happy to read manuscripts from potential. All fiction submissions must pass the bechdel test. If you have an idea for an academic book contact one of our editors directly.
We cant guarantee our advice will turn manuscripts into bestsellers, but hopefully it will make those first steps a little easier. Our nine creatively and editorially independent publishing houses seek out and enable talented people from all walks of life to tell their stories and make sure they are heard. Get kids thinking with our fascinating range of nonfiction titles. We publish science, history, politics, philosophy, psychology, humour and much else besides. Most major publishers are part of a larger media conglomerate, prominent indie presses excepted, and a search for the years largest book publishers will often yield companies that work with other forms of content rather than books. Macmillan was the original publisher of classic heritage titles such as the adventures of alice in wonderland and the jungle book, and we continue to acquire and. Founded by ed handyside in 2006, this publisher is based in newcastle upon tyne. Send synopsis and sample chapters in the first instance.
There are many uk fiction publishers accepting submissions from writers. An intro to the 10 biggest publishers in the uk ribbonfish. To view a list of fiction publishing companies by country please select a country. For our background story you might be interested to read the best little jewish publishing house in london published in tablet magazine. Childrens uk book publishers accepting submissions. Should you wish for us to return your manuscript at a later date, please enclose a stamped addressed envelope or sufficient postage in uk stamps.
Bloomsbury publishing is a leading independent publishing house established in 1986. Publishing fifteen to twenty books each year, they have some three hundred titles in print, and nearly four. This list features 21 uk publishing companies and offers a good place to start. We publish fiction, nonfiction, educational and childrens books. In nonfiction, she loves anything to do with celebrity, movie, and tv culture, as well as humorous selfcare and lifestyle books with a fresh twist. Thank you for choosing to submit your book proposal to oneworld. Once youve written a story, the decision to publish it isnt the only big decision you make. Text publishing australia accepts nonfiction and fiction manuscripts, including middle grade and young adult. Enter the total word count for your completed manuscript only. Modern publishing is a tricky game especially when trying to figure out the biggest names within that game. Sadly, we are unable to accept any author submissions for fiction at present, whether that be childrens, ya or fiction for adults. Childrens book publishers federation of childrens book.
Osprey is a uk publisher specializing in military history. Heres our list of reputable book publishing companies you might consider working with. Although nonfiction encompasses such a wide range of book types, from histories and biographies to textbooks and technical publications, weve probably got. The book was shortlisted for the edge hill short story prize and wales book of the year, then went on to win the frank oconnor international short story award and the jerwood fiction uncovered prize. As experienced nonfiction publishers we can help you have full control over all aspects of publication. Because wacky bee is the publishing arm of the writers advice centre our submissions process is slightly different from that of other publishers. We publish fiction, memoirs, history, biography, books on the middle east and of jewish interest. Macmillan childrens books is one of the uks leading childrens publishers, creating and publishing absorbing and exciting stories for children of all ages for over 150 years. Submission guidelines tck publishing book publisher.
Olympia publishers consider submissions from a wide range of genres, both fiction and nonfiction. Why not check out some of the titles we created in partnership with the rspb, the national archives or london zoo. Icon books is an independent publisher of thoughtprovoking non fiction. See our submission guidelines for fiction and nonfiction books. Text won the australian book industry awards abia small publisher of the year in 2012, 20 and 2014. Memoirs and autobiographies are nonfiction genres that chronicle the writers life but in different.
We are the worlds leading learning company, with 40,000 employees in more than 80 countries helping people of all ages to make measurable progress in their lives. Oneworld publications was founded in 1986 by husband and wife team juliet mabey and novin doostdar as an independent publishing house focusing on stimulating non fiction. Page 1 of 6 of all the publishing companies in the directory of publishers of united kingdom that are listed under education publishers. In 2015, salt published cary davies second collection of short stories, the redemption of galen pike.
We accept unsolicited submissions, preferably in the form of an emailed covering letter with attached synopsis and sample chapters. The books featured on this site are aimed primarily at readers aged or above and therefore you must be years or over to sign up to our newsletter. Which are the good book publishers in india for first time. A number of online, virtual literary festivals are scheduled that you can attend from the comfort of your own home, including a crime and thriller book festival on march 28, and a historical fiction festival on june 6. The crisis in nonfiction publishing read more but for every uninspiring, derivative or just plain bad book that gets taken on by the mainstream publishing houses, there are some brilliant. Book publisher, book publishers taking submissions, nonfiction, short story book publishers, uk. Please note that bloomsbury no longer accept unsolicited manuscripts you must have a literary. Ebury press is one of the uks most celebrated nonfiction lists with. As experienced nonfiction book publishers, whether youre documenting your family history. Bestselling and awardwinning nonfiction, from memoir, biography and history to politics, science, food and sport. Icon books is an independent publisher of thoughtprovoking nonfiction. Browse our range of best selling nonfiction books with free uk delivery on orders over. Book publishers based in gloucestershire, uk, near to cheltenham, gloucester.
In 2005 bloomsbury acquired the adult and childrens divisions of walker and company, publishers of the bestselling books the good book, longitude, brunelleschis dome, and salt. Oneworld publications was founded in 1986 by husband and wife team juliet mabey and novin doostdar as an independent publishing house focusing on stimulating nonfiction. If you would like to submit to icon books, please download and fill in our. Most focus in on one or two aspect of non fiction, such as history books, memoir, or cookbooks. Exploring a range of topics from alligators to ancient history, our books are funny, interesting and informative. Weve organized the list in an easily searchable table so you can quickly find the publishers that publish the type of book youre looking to get published. How to get published on this page well try to dispel a few myths and offer some helpful hints and encouragement to writers hoping to take that great leap forward to getting published. Recently launched in 2017, this newly minted publishing house is focused on finding good, fresh, and quality fiction for readers. Fiction publishers directory list of fiction publishing. We are not looking for young adult fiction, poetry or nonfiction. Osprey publishing list of other military publishers in united kingdom. Readers continue to enjoy the imaginative, crisp and captivating storytelling in the space captain smith series by toby frost with new instalments. It has companies in london, new york, sydney and delhi. Do make sure that the subject matter is of interest to the general public.
As experienced nonfiction publishers, the choir press understands the many opportunities for selfpublishing nonfiction, particularly if you are writing for a specialised market. Winner of the peoples book prize for nonfiction 2017. Salt the uks foremost independent literary publisher. For the contact details of these indie publishers, download the pdf list. Education publishers directory of united kingdom list of. Military publishers directory list of military publishing.
Send the first 3 chapters and a brief 1page synopsis. To make things easier for you, we have compiled a list of 21 top uk publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts. We welcome submissions from both new and previously published authors. They do not publish science fiction, fantasy, poetry, or plays. Ravenswood is an independent first time author and vanity book publisher, specializing in engaging popular fiction and carefully selected nonfiction. Jul 02, 2015 the crisis in non fiction publishing read more but for every uninspiring, derivative or just plain bad book that gets taken on by the mainstream publishing houses, there are some brilliant. International media company with education, business information, and consumer publishing businesses.
Nonfiction books best selling nonfiction books waterstones. Please contact us if you have any questions about your work on. For the latest information about the publishing process, how to find a literary agent for your work. Text publishing is an independent, melbournebased publisher of literary fiction and nonfiction. Choose from a wide range of nonfiction books including. They now publish around 70 books every year, and continue to champion. Bestselling and awardwinning non fiction, from memoir, biography and history to politics, science, food and sport. All of them are open to unsolicited submissions directly from authors. Find out how to get published including help on getting started, literary agents, self publishing, vanity publishing and more.