We accept submissions for childrens activity books, board books, and picture books. Browse old barn books board books, picture books, and childrens fiction. Make sure you are well acquainted with what makes a book pleasurable to read. As a growing uk literary agency seeking new authors, we are accepting submissions in all categories. Prepared to take risk on unusual topics and on new and unknown writers.
A childrens book publisher book publishing mascot books. Thankfully, there are still a few childrens book publishers who are happy to wade through the slush pile, that teetering tower of manuscripts we imagine fill up a. Sleeping bear press is a publisher of quality childrens books. We also do not accept unsolicited picture book submissions. Jan 30, 2012 updated october 2018 following on from my list of children s publishers who accept unsolicited manuscripts, i thought id post a list for people who are submitting children s books to agents, as im considering that route for one of my novels and i thought others might find it helpful. Are you an author who knows of other uk publishing companies that accept unsolicited manuscripts. Submissions editor charlesbridge 9 galen street watertown, ma 02472. Karben accepts unsolicited manuscripts by regular post only.
As for other publishers, i would suggest looking at other games of similar weightcomplexity of the game you created and seeing if the publishers of those games are accepting submissions. Chronicle books will only accept children s book submissions on paper. Do not be discouraged if your book is not accepted we receive thousands upon thousands of submissions each month and simply do. Uk childrens publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts, ya, picture.
Flashlight press publishes fictional childrens picture books. Unless your pet or you had a singularly fantastic experience that must be shared, you should consider making your photo book into a personal keepsake. Updated dec 12th, 2019 our updated and expanded 2018 list of traditional childrens book publishers is available here. Top childrens book publishing companies pen and the pad.
Focused on all things childrens fiction, sourcebooks jabberwocky delivers unique voices, education and entertainment to the next generation of picture and board book readers. Maverick publishing submission guidelines scroll down to picture book submissions uk publisher of childrens books picture books through middle grade. If you found this post useful, you may also like the following. All of the publishers on this list publish childrens books. Childrens book publishers in uk the school reading list. You can find more childrens book publishers that accept unagented writers. Have you studied how characters are developed, how plots are driven. However, there are still a few smallmediumsized publishers accepting unsolicited submissions, and the ones below publish childrens and ya titles. At charlesbridge, we are always seeking new voices, new visions, and new directions in childrens literature. However, there are still a few smallmediumsized publishers accepting unsolicited submissions, and the ones below publish children s and ya titles. Youll work with an experienced childrens book editor who will help you craft an engaging tale, no matter your subject matter. If youve written a children s book and want to get it published, you have a few options. Childrens we are accepting submissions for childrens activity books, board books, and picture books. Keep in mind that the world of childrens book publishing is intensely competitive, and there are.
From picture books, to early chapter books, to board books, to coloring books, were a leading publisher in the world of childrens literature. We believe that our publishing should better represent the diverse communities we live in. Nosy crow is a ukbased publisher of childrens books and apps aimed at children. Our mission is to get children excited about science and math through funtoread picture book stories. Please note that due to covid19 the floris books office is currently closed and we will be slower to respond to submissions than usual.
Due to our language translations, we are no longer accepting manuscripts in rhyme or rhythm. Likely, ill be sending my book to any of the companies that fits. The strategic book group also includes kindle and ebook consulting, writers services, a booktofilm division, and a global foreign rights department. Activity book manuscripts should contain fewer than 15,000 words. We welcome submissions from both new and previously published authors from around the world pegasus publishers submissions guidelines and our publishing process see our covid19 statement here. List of publishing houses that accept childrens book. Make sure your story is a book that kids would want to read, not just what adults would want kids to read. Submissions are considered via literary agents only. All are traditional publishers, and none require an agent. David fickling books does not accept unsolicited manuscripts on a rolling basis, but they do have an annual contest in which authors can submit their book for a. Include the age group that your submission is intended. Email submissions remain a rarity in the publishing world as publishers cling to the printed word despite an increase in ebook sales. Book publishing companies largest listings of book. They focus on childrens writing only, from board book up to young adult and including non fiction, and are happy to hear from both debut and midcareer authors.
Uk literary agents for childrens books lou treleaven. Olympia publishers accept submissions from a wide range of genres and there are different ways you can submit your work. We will invite the entire manuscript submission only if we are interested. It is perfectly acceptable to send simultaneous submissions that is, the same manuscript to several publishers at the same time, but its good manners to mention it in your cover letter. They require a brief synopsis of the story and the complete first draft of the text, this must be sent in. Jun 26, 2017 publishers accepting submissions from authors now. Templar is a publisher and packager of illustrated childrens fiction, novelty and picture books. Childrens books publishers accepting submissions uk. We accept manuscripts direct from authors or via agents in all genres. After receiving your manuscript, we will let you know within a few business days if your book has been accepted for publication. We are accepting unsolicited manuscript submissions. Sinister fish games is open for submissions from firsttime and established tabletop game designers.
Illustrators who are professional and competent and have a strong understanding of the process involved in illustrating a childrens book. For our kelpies imprint of children s books set in scotland or with scottish themes, we are therefore actively seeking authors and illustrators whose perspectives are currently underrepresented in book publishing, including but not limited to those. Bloomsbury children s books usa launched in 1998 by bloomsbury publishing plc, the original uk based publisher of the harry potter books. Uk childrens publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts. The workman imprint publishes exclusively nonfiction books for children and adults, as well as calendars. The basics playtesting board games come in all shapes and sizes, and were. But dont send us your photo album about fluffy or fido. You can selfpublish your book, hire a publishing services company or hybrid publisher, or find a legitimate children s book publisher. Additionally, we accept submissions in the following subjects. Please browse our website or catalog for examples of the types of books we publish. Information on the book guild and how we work is given opposite. Please visit the ampersand prize page for more information about our biannual award for debut middlegrade and ya novelists. They are looking for a wide range of subjects, including art, theater, childrens nonfiction, calendars, memoirs, pop culture, politics, history in short, if it isnt fiction, they want it.
Childrens books may be shorter, but the rules of good writing still apply. Multiple submissions are allowed, but please send only one query per day. Within a week, you should receive an automated reply that weve received your submission. Some publishers open and close their doors to submissions on a routine basis. We also publish childrens books focusing on new talent and artistled narrative picture books in all genres for ages 48, biographies for ages 812, occasionally board books for ages 03, and visually driven concept books. Unlike most publishing companies, we do not require you to be affiliated with a literary agent. The scbwi acts as a network for the exchange of knowledge between writers, illustrators, editors, publishers, agents, librarians, educators, booksellers and others involved with literature for young people. We personally read everything that is submitted to the agency and represent authors based all over the world. If youre an author in the uk and have penned a book for children that you want to publish, youre going to need a publisher, unless youve decided to selfpublish. Some just publish picture books, some publish only middlegrade fiction, and some publish a wide variety of genres aimed at adults as well.
Read our full submission guidelines dedicated for authors. The book guild is an independent publisher with an eclectic list in both fiction and nonfiction. Follow each publishers submission guidelines when submitting your query, manuscript, or illustrations. No major publishers accept email submissions, though independent presses are increasingly open to them as they go paperless for commercial or environmental reasons. We do not publish novels, short stories, or poetry. It is perfectly acceptable to send simultaneous submissions that is, the same manuscript to several publishers at the same time, but it s good manners to mention it in your cover letter. Our main emphasis is on interior design, architecture, childrens, and cookbooks. To view a list of children s publishing companies by country please select a country.
We prefer children s book submissions by email, but will accept submissions by regular snailmail. Olympia publishers consider submissions from a wide range of genres, both fiction and nonfiction. Picture book submissions should be a short query along with entire manuscript in body of email. Potential authors, please send your work using the guidelines outlined below. The following ten publishers, however, are always open to submissions from writers without agents or previous publishing experience.
We prefer childrens book submissions by email, but will accept submissions by regular snailmail. Tell us why you want to publish with storybook genius publishing. Details on how to submit to us are given below we prefer electronic submission, but accept submissions by post. Please include your email address with your snailmail submission. They accept international submissions from all over, but everyone outside of the. The independent childrens publisher is located in leicester. Submission guidelines madeleine milburn literary agency. I wrote and illustrated a 24page childrens book through createspace but now id like to submit my next. Children s publishers directory listing 11 to 20 of 892 children s publishing companies page 2 of 90 of all the publishing houses listed in the directory of children s publishers. Templar is currently accepting picture book and novelty book submissions. Publishers want to select the illustrators for the books they publish.
Their jewishthemed imprint, karben, is the only division accepting submissions. Submit a detailed outline, a writing sample, and an illustration sample where appropriate via email to the address below. If this is you, please see reflecting diverse communities below. We dont publish novels we focus on children s picture books. If we are interested, we will contact you within three months. It has seven imprints, including carolhoda books, ediciones lerner and twentyfirst century books. They are based out of atlanta, georgia, and specialize in publishing childrens books, young adult books, selfhelp titles for parents and educators, and guides to the american south. However, in order for your submission to be considered, you must follow the submissions guidelines set forth below. They have an extensive backlist built over 30 years and sell their products in over 25 languages in more than 50 countries. Board bookspicture bookseasy readers for toddlers and young. We are interested in fiction and nonfiction books for children of all ages, as well as board books, decks, activity kits, and other unusual or novelty formats. Were open to making familyweight games if they meet the requirements of our submission guidelines see form at the top of this page. They accept international submissions from all over, but everyone outside of the uk must submit via email which is their preferred method of submission.
We welcome submissions from both new and previously published authors from around the world pegasus publishers submissions guidelines and our publishing process see our. Submission guidelines for unrepresented authors albert. Apr 17, 2017 email submissions remain a rarity in the publishing world as publishers cling to the printed word despite an increase in e book sales. Below weve listed 21 top uk children s book publishers accepting submissions. Our flagship childrens imprint, sourcebooks jabberwocky believes in engaging children in the pure fun of books and the wonder of learning new things. We are not currently accepting submissions please check back soon. At present they are not accepting submissions until after 1 october 20. May 17, 2014 lerner publishing group is one of the nations largest independently owned childrens publishers with more than 5,000 books in print. If you have already sent material to nosy crow, we will try to get to it, but, if you havent heard from us within six months of submitting to us, you should assume that we arent able to take on your book.
Midnightsun publishing submission guidelines australian publisher that accepts all genres depending on work. They specialise in fiction books for children of all ages. Chronicle books will only accept childrens book submissions on paper. Apr 07, 20 our main emphasis is on interior design, architecture, childrens, and cookbooks.
Specialising in childrens book publishing, we are currently accepting submissions from authors with or without a literary agent. Nosy crow nosy crow is a ukbased publisher of children s books and apps aimed at children. It can be hard to determine if they are open or shut to submissions, and when you should submit. Strategic book publishing sbp is a member of the strategic book group which has published over 1. Mar 02, 2016 6 publishers accepting manuscripts from writers no agent needed. Childrens uk book publishers accepting submissions wacky bee. Sleeping bear press is a well regarded publisher of board books, picture. Mar 24, 2019 templar is a publisher and packager of illustrated children s fiction, novelty and picture books. We welcome submissions from debut authors and illustrators as well as those in. For childrens nonfiction submissions we will accept pitches for books of up to 90 pages. We are a small independent uk childrens book publisher, concentrating on books for 312 year olds. We specialize in picture books and middle grade novels. We accept unsolicited manuscripts and regularly receive over 1,000 per year, which we process as time permits. We do not accept unsolicited proposals for our kelpies imprint, except from authors and illustrators from communities that are underrepresented in childrens book publishing.