Book publishing companies largest listings of book. For example, you can use the list to find literary agencies and publishing agents in nyc, literary agencies and book agents in california, and more. These can be anywhere between 10 minutes to 120 minutes in duration. The website for writers with knowledge bank of over 4000 pages free information. Abrams in 1949, abrams was the first company in the united states to specialize in the creation. This list is for contemporary middle grade fiction all the agents listed below personally confirmed to me as of early 2017 that they are actively seeking contemporaryrealistic i. Ayebia was founded in 2003 by ghanaianborn publisher, nana ayebia. Rainfall has published 150 chapbooks over the past three or four years and have many more waiting in the wings. Jeff hermans guide to book publishers, editors, and literary agents.
Most readers are familiar with the big publishing houses, like penguin random house and harpercollins, but there are thousands of independent, smaller presses in the us and abroad committed to publishing diverse and debut voices, unconventional narratives, and works in translation, as well as hosting workshops and community programs. In picture books, shes especially looking for the funny, inventive. Musings on childhood, friendship, family and 80s pop culture adam buxton. The passionate pen romance publishers list killer book. Home agents specialisms agents specialising in humour. Nov 02, 2015 ayebia was founded in 2003 by ghanaianborn publisher, nana ayebia. Rosarium was established in 20 specializing in comics, and they also publish speculative fiction and a little crime fiction, when the mood strikes them.
But the highest rates dont necessarily mean the best editor, and the lowest rates could be. Most of the publishers contained on the list are currently open to submissions, but not all of them are. Sign up to the farrago mailing list to receive news of our latest books and. Neil patrick harris choose your own autobiography fifty shades of chicken american grown michelle obama max brooks zombie world tell to win peter guber ready player one frances mayes decision points george w. Today, it is an international publishing company specializing in mass market trade books. Use this list only as a guide to the publishers specializing in humor, reference, travel, writing, and history books as well as biographies, memoirs, and autobiographies. As with most exciting, independent publishers, ayebia tries to give voice to diverse talent, and aims to enlighten and stimulate readers by exploring literature from. The dark side of standup comedy palgrave studies in comedy patrice a.
Whiskey creek press from the publisher whiskey creek press is a royaltypaying traditional publisher of fiction and nonfiction by outstanding, awardwinning authors. Many of their books do have queer interest but theyve grown into speculative fiction for all readers. Others publish many genres and types of books, science fiction just being one genre among many. Also updated every year, this is targeted toward writers and widely available from booksellers.
Iconic fantasy our iconic fantasy anthologies will focus on new adventures for old, established characters, mostly within the public domain. Bush the land of painted caves jean auel devil in the white city erik larson franz kafkas metamorphosis the best recipes in the world mark bittman other peoples rejection. Book editors at publishers reference books, biographies, history, humor, art, and writing books. What a publisher wants from submissions judging a book by its covering letter the writers x. As an independent publisher, producing books is our core business. We publish fiction and nonfiction ebooks, print books, and audiobooks in all major genres and niches.
Most readers are familiar with the big publishing houses, like penguin random house and harpercollins, but there are thousands of independent, smaller presses in the us and abroad committed to publishing. Finding a book publisher is the dream of many authors, but there are many predatory publishers that will take advantage. I execute largescale publicity campaigns for hardcover and trade paperback original adult title, securing national, regional, and local media and interviews, as well as planning and executing successful, multi. There really isnt enough genrebased comedy out there. We owe a particular debt to the wonderful community of students, academics and members of the public in cambridge who have supported the lecture series, cambridge vertical readings in dantes comedy 20122016. The friday pitch allows for writers of all genres to have their work considered by one of our inhouse submission editors. A page for authors to submit their manuscripts for consideration and publications. Approved publisher list mystery writers of america. Lethe press is an independent publishing house specializing in the strange, the eerie, and the uncanny.
For those writers who are looking to publish humorsatire type novels. Our mission is to help our clients earn a fulltime income from royalties. In this list there are traditional print publishers, established romance stalwarts, up and coming ebook publishers, digital imprints of the big five publishers, and everything in between. We promise to send you only the coolest stuff we have to offer every month, like information on new releases, preorder campaigns, giveaways, and discounts. Abrams in 1949, abrams was the first company in the united states to specialize in the creation and distribution of art and illustrated books. Your mother called, again 192 hilarious jokes about. She specializes in picture books, middle grade, and young adult fiction and nonfiction at quirk. Jan 11, 2017 this list is for contemporary middle grade fiction all the agents listed below personally confirmed to me as of early 2017 that they are actively seeking contemporaryrealistic i. Book publisher, book publishers taking submissions, ebook publishers, horror book publishers, how to book publisher, humor book publishers, nonfiction, science fiction. Black coffey publishing comedy short story submission page.
It was one of the bestknown publishers specializing in serious nonfiction, including pathbreaking sociology. Mystery writers of america 1140 broadway, suite 1507 new york, ny 1 phone. If youre looking to work with a publishing house that lauds creativity. However, this list should not be considered a blanket endorsement or recommendation of any particular publisher. List of literary agents 20202021 book agents looking for. I execute largescale publicity campaigns for hardcover and trade paperback. We published our first titles in march, 2003 and we have grown to include a catalog of over 600 titles representing about 250 authors. Billy bullshit talks business the book of joe pleasuria.
We are also grateful to those who, following the series online, have contributed to this scholarly endeavour and experiment. Publish a book with penguin penguin books south africa. She specializes in picture books, middle grade, and young adult fiction and non fiction at quirk. Jun 16, 2018 an independent publishing house formed in 2014 with the merger of blank slate, walrus publishing and treehouse publishing group, amphorae publishing group aims to offer the best fiction and nonfiction across all ages and genres. Marlena brown, publicist in new york, ny, usa reedsy. Pelekinesis is a small book publishing company focusing on the development of independent authors and artists by creatively embracing the evolving publishing paradigm and utilizing modern distribution platforms. Humor book publishers abrams books founded by harry n. Here at farrago, we specialise in fiction to make you smile, and our mission feels more important than ever. Emmy nordstrom is looking for literary, upmarket, and commercial fiction, and narrative nonfiction, for adults and older young adults, and on the nonfiction side. Specializing in powerful scripts that are cutting edge, and clean, the genres of plays it publishes include mystery, comedy, drama, fantasy, melodrama and farce. Verified 4232014 tyndale house publishers, inc a christian press that once produced the heartquest line. Neil patrick harris choose your own autobiography fifty shades of chicken american grown michelle obama max brooks zombie world tell to win peter guber ready player one frances mayes decision. Publishing glossary script agents writing opportunities how long does it take to publish a book. A small independent publisher intent on offering original, quality content to readers across the world, dessert breeze publishing has been in the business for.
Obp promotes open access for full academic monographs in humanities and social science. List of literary agents 20202021 use our free lists of book agents in our literary agencies database for all book agents near me searches. An iranian publisher ripped off my satirical nonfiction book. Here are nine publishers of science fiction novels. Womens, feminist, and lgbtq publishers the office of. We owe a particular debt to the wonderful community of students, academics and members of the public in cambridge who have supported the lecture series, cambridge vertical readings in dantes comedy. We want you to know that if you find one funny, theres a whole series that youll enjoy. I have created a short list of possible publishers for the whopper strategies. Musings on childhood, friendship, family and 80s pop culture. An awardwinning literary press based in san francisco, publishing fiction, poetry.
Upcoming titles include fantasy and folk tales, contemporary fiction, humor, poetry. A comprehensive industry reference book, updated every year, usually found in, or accessed from, your local public library. I guarantee that there have been changes in the listing below since i first developed it. Also updated every year, this is targeted toward writers and widely. Acadian house began in 1979 as a regional book publisher specializing primarily in louisianarelated titles, with particular emphasis on the states history, food and culture. To view a list of humour publishing companies by country please select a country. Manic d press was founded by jennifer joseph in 1984. As ebook readers have grown more popular, the publishing market has changed significantly. Milk and money takes readers through a journey of the most beautiful moments in life and ruins them, because there is a certain divine comedy in lackluster internet poetry. List of literary agents 20202021 book agents looking.
Claire draper is seeking young adult fiction, middle grade, picture books, graphic novels, or a feminist memoircollection of essays. Humour publishers directory list of humour publishing. Pelican book group christian fiction formerly the white rose press, pelican is now rebranding and publishing as a separate imprint. Dont spend a lot of time or money contacting these publishers en masse. They are currently looking for submissions with some specific guidelines. Focus on one or two at a time and write them a great query letter. They aim to publish books that will give fresh insights into african and caribbean life, culture and literature. The books published by the publishers on this list currently qualify for submission for edgar award consideration and applications for active status membership. Were hoping to publish anthologies and standalone novels specialising in original genrespecific humorous fiction. It was one of the bestknown publishers specializing in serious nonfiction, including pathbreaking sociology books of the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. The perfect gift for stressed out siblings and goodhumored mothers alike, this book will have you in stitches.
Send query letter summarizing the content of your book. Womens, feminist, and lgbtq publishers the office of the. An iranian publisher ripped off my satirical nonfiction book thanks to longstanding u. Some are genre publishers specializing only in science fiction or fantasy books. Editing is a valuable investment in your book as a good editor. Rates most online book editors are freelance editors, which means they set their own rates. Use this list only as a guide to the publishers specializing.
Beacon publishing company is an awardwinning, independent publisher of books and audio books. Book publisher, book publishers taking submissions, ebook publishers, horror book publishers, how to book publisher, humor book publishers, nonfiction, science fiction book publishers, small publisher, uk. Open book publishers obp is a united kingdombased, nonprofit social enterprise and community interest company cic specializing in open access academic book publication. Reference book editors and reference book publishers. But their reply period is usually 4560 days, so if they like your book or are able to send a rejection letter, you wont have to wait long to hear back. A description of the audience for the book is also welcome in this letter. Black coffey publishings comedy short story submission page.
The editors want romances spurred by the hero and heroines enchanting. After a period under new ownership in the 1980s of publishing neoconservative books, it was purchased by. Editing is a valuable investment in your book as a good editor can turn your story from meh to amazing. All of the publishers are accept manuscripts without an agent. This has had a huge impact on the selfpublishing industry. Rainfall books is a british publisher of fantasy, horror and science fiction, specializing in modern works inspired by the writing of h. This is the largest searchable and free book publisher listing on the web. May 7, 2020 6 uk agents seeking fantasy, science fiction, childrens, graphic novels, nonfiction and more stevie finegan is seeking fantasy, science fiction, childrens, graphic novels, nonfiction. Andrews mcmeel publishing is ideal for authors who ace in satire. This book is divided into no chapters and offers no real opportunity for person growth, selfreflection, or deeper thinking.
List of the best book editors and how to select them. The first book in this line will be the ends of the earth, an anthology of short stories paying tribute to the modern master of sciencefiction comedy, douglas adams. Here at farrago, we specialise in fiction to make you smile, and our mission. A short list of publishers who are humorsatire friendly. Humour publishers directory listing 1 to 10 of 23 humour publishing companies page 1 of 3 of all the publishing houses listed in the directory of humour publishers. Run by women with extensive publishing and writing experience, amphorae has managed to curate the best writing.
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