DK PUBLISHINGP.O. Box 232, North Salem NH 03073. E-mail: info@divertirpublishing.com. E-mail: query@divertirpublishing.com. Website: www.divertirpublishing.com. Contact: Kenneth Tupper, publisher. Estab. 2009. Publishes trade paperback and electronic originals. Divertir Publishing is an independent publisher located in Salem, NH. “Our goal is to provide interesting and entertaining books to our readers, as well as to offer new and exciting voices in the writing community the opportunity to publish their work. We seek to combine an understanding of traditional publishing with a unique understanding of the modern market to best serve both our authors and readers.” Publishes 6-12 titles/year. 1,000 submissions received/year. 70% of books from first-time authors. 100% from unagented writers. Pays 10-15% royalty on wholesale price (for novels and nonfiction). Does not pay advance. Publishes ms 9-12 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 1-3 months on queries; 3-4 months on proposals and mss. Catalog online. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include contemporary culture, crafts, government, history, hobbies, politics, public affairs, world affairs. “We are particularly interested in the following: political/social commentary, current events, history, humor and satire, and crafts and hobbies.” Reviews artwork/photos as part of the ms package. Submit electronically.
FICTION Subjects include adventure, contemporary, fantasy, gothic, historical, horror, humor, mainstream, mystery, occult, romance, science fiction, suspense, young adult. “We are particularly interested in the following: science fiction, fantasy, historical, alternate history, contemporary mythology, mystery and suspense, paranormal, and urban fantasy.” Does not consider erotica or mss with excessive violence. Electronically submit proposal package, including synopsis and query letter with author's bio.
TIPS “Please see our Author Info page (online) for more information.”
DK PUBLISHINGPenguin Random House, 80 Strand, London WC2R 0RL, United Kingdom. Website: www.dk.com. “DK publishes photographically illustrated nonfiction for children of all ages.” DK Publishing does not accept unagented mss or proposals. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
31 E. Second St., Mineola NY 11501. (516)294-7000. Fax: (516)873-1401. Website: www.doverpublications.com. Estab. 1941. Publishes trade paperback originals and reprints. Publishes 660 titles/year. Makes outright purchase. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Book catalog online.
NONFICTION Subjects include agriculture, Americana, animals, history, hobbies, philosophy, photography, religion, science, sports, translation, travel. Publishes mostly reprints. Accepts original paper doll collections, game books, coloring books (juvenile). Query with SASE. Reviews artwork/photos.
P.O. Box 100, West Creek NJ 08092. Fax: (609)597-0422. E-mail: info@down-the-shore.com. Website: www.down-the-shore.com. Contact: Acquisitions Editor. Publishes hardcover and trade paperback originals and reprints. “Bear in mind that our market is regional-New Jersey, the Jersey Shore, the mid-Atlantic, and seashore and coastal subjects.” Publishes 4-10 titles/year. Pays royalty on wholesale or retail price, or makes outright purchase. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 3 months to queries. Book catalog online. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include Americana, history, regional. Query with SASE. Submit proposal package, 1-2 sample chapters, synopsis. Reviews artwork/photos. Send photocopies.
FICTION Subjects include regional. Query with SASE. Submit proposal package, clips, 1-2 sample chapters.
POETRY “We do not publish poetry, unless it is to be included as part of an anthology.”
TIPS “Carefully consider whether your proposal is a good fit for our established market.”
P.O. Box 872, Downers Grove IL 60515. Website: dreamofthings.com. Estab. 2009. Publishes trade paperback originals and reprints, electronic originals and reprints. Publishes memoirs, essay collections, and creative nonfiction. Publishes 3-4 titles/year. 90% of books from first-time authors. 90% from unagented writers. Pays 10% royalties on retail price. No advance. Accept to publish time is 6 months. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Catalog online. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include creative nonfiction, memoirs, essay collections. Submit via online form. For memoirs, submit 1 sample chapter. For essay collections, submit 2-3 essays. Does not review artwork.
P.O. Box 7, 124 Byers Rd., Chester Springs PA 19425. (610)458-5005. Fax: (610)458-7103. Website: www.dufoureditions.com. Estab. 1948. Publishes hardcover originals, trade paperback originals and reprints. “We publish literary fiction by good writers which is well received and achieves modest sales. De-emphsazing poetry and nonfiction.” Publishes 3-4 titles/year. 200 queries; 15 mss received/year. 20-30% of books from first-time authors. 80% from unagented writers. Pays $100-500 advance. Publishes ms 18 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 3-6 months. Book catalog available free.
NONFICTION Subjects include history, translation. Query with SASE. Reviews artwork/photos. Send photocopies.
FICTION Subjects include literary, short story collections, translation. “We like books that are slightly off-beat, different and well-written.” Query with SASE.
POETRY Query.
DUNDURN PRESS, LTD.3 Church St., Suite 500, Toronto ON M5E 1M2, Canada. (416)214-5544. Fax: (416)214-5556. E-mail: info@dundurn.com. E-mail: submissions@dundurn.com. Website: www.dundurn.com. Contact: Acquisitions Editor. Estab. 1972. Publishes hardcover, trade paperback, and e-book originals and reprints. Dundurn publishes books by Canadian authors. 600 queries received/year. 25% of books from first-time authors. 50% from unagented writers. Publishes ms 1-2 year after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 3 months to queries. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include history, regional, art history, theater, serious and popular nonfiction. Submit cover letter, synopsis, CV, TOC, writing sample, e-mail contact. Accepts submissions via postal mail only. Do not submit original materials. Submissions will not be returned.
FICTION Subjects include literary, mystery, young adult. No romance, science fiction, or experimental. “Important note: Dundurn is not currently accepting fiction submissions, including mysteries or YA, nor is it accepting children's nonfiction submissions.”
DUNEDIN ACADEMIC PRESS LTDHudson House, 8 Albany St., Edinburgh EH1 3QB, United Kingdom. (44)(131)473-2397. E-mail: mail@dunedinacademicpress.co.uk. Website: www.dunedinacademicpress.co.uk. Contact: Anthony Kinahan, director. Estab. 2001. Dunedin Academic Press Ltd is a lively small independent academic publishing house. Publishes 15-20 titles/year. 10% of books from first-time authors. 100% from unagented writers. Pays royalty. Book catalog and proposal guidelines online.
“Read and respond to the proposal guidelines on our website before submitting. Do not send mss unless requested to do so. Do not send hard copy proposals. Approach first by e-mail, outlining proposal and identifying the market.”
NONFICTION Subjects include earth science, health and social care, child protection. Reviews artwork/photos.
TIPS “Dunedin's list contains authors and subjects from across the international the academic world. DAP's horizons are far broader than our immediate Scottish environment. One of the strengths of Dunedin is that we are able to offer our authors that individual support that comes from dealing with a small independent publisher committed to growth through careful treatment of its authors.”
THOMAS DUNNE BOOKSImprint of St. Martin's Press, 175 Fifth Ave., New York NY 10010. (212)674-5151. E-mail: thomasdunnebooks@stmartins.com. Website: www.thomasdunnebooks.com. Estab. 1986. Publishes hardcover and trade paperback originals, and reprints. “Thomas Dunne Books publishes popular trade fiction and nonfiction. With an output of approximately 175 titles each year, his group covers a range of genres including commercial and literary fiction, thrillers, biography, politics, sports, popular science, and more. The list is intentionally eclectic and includes a wide range of fiction and nonfiction, from first books to international bestsellers.” Accepts simultaneous submissions. Book catalog and ms guidelines free.
NONFICTION Subjects include history, sports, political commentary. Accepts agented submissions only.
FICTION Subjects include mystery, suspense, thrillers, women's. Accepts agented submissions only.
600 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh PA 15282. (412)396-6610. Fax: (412)396-5984. E-mail: dupress@duq.edu. Website: www.dupress.duq.edu. Contact: Susan Wadsworth-Booth, director. Estab. 1927. Publishes hardcover and trade paperback originals. “Duquesne publishes scholarly monographs in the fields of literary studies (medieval and Renaissance), continental philosophy, ethics, religious studies, philosophy of communication, and humanistic psychology. Interdisciplinary works are also of interest. Duquesne University Press does not publish fiction, poetry, children's books, technical or 'hard' science works, or unrevised theses or dissertations.” Publishes 8-12 titles/year. 400 queries; 65 mss received/year. 30% of books from first-time authors. 95% from unagented writers. Pays royalty on net price. Pays (some) advance. Publishes ms 1 year after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 1-3 months. Book catalog available. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include communications, humanities, literary criticism, philosophy, psychology, religion, social sciences. “We look for quality of scholarship.” For scholarly books, query or submit outline, 1 sample chapter, and SASE.
DUTTON ADULT TRADEPenguin Random House, 375 Hudson St., New York NY 10014. (212)366-2000. Website: penguin.com. Estab. 1852. Publishes hardcover originals. “Dutton currently publishes 45 hardcovers a year, roughly half fiction and half nonfiction.” Pays royalty. Pays negotiable advance. Book catalog online.
NONFICTION Agented submissions only. No unsolicited mss.
FICTION Subjects include adventure, historical, literary, mystery, short story collections, suspense. Agented submissions only. No unsolicited mss.
TIPS “Write the complete ms and submit it to an agent or agents. They will know exactly which editor will be interested in a project.”
Penguin Random House, 375 Hudson St., New York NY 10014. Website: www.penguin.com. Contact: Julie Strauss-Gabel, vice president and publisher. Estab. 1852. Publishes hardcover originals as well as novelty formats. Dutton Children's Books publishes high-quality fiction and nonfiction for readers ranging from preschoolers to young adults on a variety of subjects. Currently emphasizing middle grade and young adult novels that offer a fresh perspective. De-emphasizing photographic nonfiction and picture books that teach a lesson. Publishes 100 titles/year. 15% of books from first-time authors. Pays royalty on retail price. Pays advance. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
"Cultivating the creative talents of authors and illustrators and publishing books with purpose and heart continue to be the mission and joy at Dutton.”
NONFICTION Subjects include animals, history, science. Query. Only responds if interested.
FICTION Subjects include juvenile, young adult. Dutton Children's Books has a diverse, general interest list that includes picture books; easy-to-read books; and fiction for all ages, from first chapter books to young adult readers. Query. Responds only if interested.
6756 N. Fork Rd., Liberty UT 84310. (801)393-4555. Website: www.eaglesviewpub.com. Estab. 1982. Publishes trade paperback originals. “Eagle's View primarily publishes how-to craft books with a subject related to historical or contemporary Native American/Mountain Man/frontier crafts/bead crafts. Currently emphasizing bead-related craft books. De-emphasizing history except for historical Indian crafts.” Publishes 2-4 titles/year. 40 queries received/year. 20 mss received/year. 90% of books from first-time authors. 100% from unagented writers. Pays 8-10% royalty on net selling price. Publishes ms 1 year after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 1 year to proposals.
NONFICTION Subjects include ethnic, history, hobbies. Submit outline, 1-2 sample chapters. Reviews artwork/photos. Send photocopies and sample illustrations.
P.O. Box 99749, Seattle WA 98139. (206)217-0204. Fax: (206)217-0205. E-mail: info@eastlandpress.com. Website: www.eastlandpress.com. Contact: John O'Connor, Managing Editor. Estab. 1981. Publishes hardcover and trade paperback originals. “Eastland Press is interested in textbooks for practitioners of alternative medical therapies, primarily Chinese and physical therapies, and related bodywork.” Publishes 3-4 titles/year. 25 queries received/year. 30% of books from first-time authors. 90% from unagented writers. Pays 12-15% royalty on receipts. Publishes ms 1-2 years after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 1 month to queries. Catalog online.
NONFICTION Subjects include medicine. “We prefer that a ms be completed or close to completion before we will consider publication. Proposals are rarely considered, unless submitted by a published author or teaching institution.” Submit TOC and 2-3 sample chapters. Reviews artwork/photos
THE ECCO PRESS195 Broadway, New York NY 10007. (212)207-7000. Fax: (212)702-2460. Website: www.harpercollins.com. Estab. 1970. Publishes hardcover and trade paperback originals and reprints. Publishes 60 titles/year. Pays royalty. Pays negotiable advance. Publishes ms 1 year after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
FICTION Literary, short story collections. “We can publish possibly 1 or 2 original novels a year.” Does not accept unsolicited mss.
TIPS “We are always interested in first novels and feel it's important that they be brought to the attention of the reading public.”
EDGE SCIENCE FICTION AND FANTASY PUBLISHINGHades Publications, Box 1714, Calgary AB T2P 2L7, Canada. (403)254-0160. Website: www.edgewebsite.com. Contact: Editorial Manager. Estab. 1996. Publishes hardcover, trade paperback and e-book originals. EDGE publishes thought-provoking full length novels and anthologies of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror. Featuring works by established authors and emerging new voices, EDGE is pleased to provide quality literary entertainment in both print and pixels. Publishes 20+ titles/year. 300-400 20% of books from first-time authors. 90% from unagented writers. Pays 10% royalty on net price. Negotiable advance. Publishes ms 18-20 months after acceptance. Responds in 4-5 months to mss. Catalog online. Guidelines online.
IMPRINTS EDGE, EDGE-Lite, Absolute XPress.
FICTION Subjects include fantasy, horror, science fiction, young adult. “We are looking for all types of fantasy, science fiction, and horror - except juvenile, erotica, and religious fiction. Short stories and poetry are only required for announced anthologies.” Length: 75,000-100,000/words. Does not want juvenile, erotica, and religious fiction. Submit first 3 chapters and synopsis. Check website for guidelines. Include estimated word count.
ÉDITIONS DU NOROÎT4609 D'Iberville, Bureau 202, Montreal QC H2H 2L9, Canada. (514)727-0005. Fax: (514)723-6660. E-mail: lenoroit@lenoroit.com. Website: www.lenoroit.com. Contact: Paul Belanger, director. Publishes trade paperback originals and reprints. “Editions du Noiroît publishes poetry and essays on poetry.” Publishes 20 titles/year. 500 queries; 500 mss received/year. Pays 10% royalty on retail price. Publishes ms 1 year after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 4 months to mss.
POETRY Submit 40 sample poems.
P.O. Box 8610, Madison WI 53708. (608)242-1201. E-mail: edupress@highsmith.com. E-mail: lbowie@highsmith.com. Website: www.edupress.com. Contact: Liz Bowie. Estab. 1979. Edupress, Inc., publishes supplemental curriculum resources for PK-6th grade. Currently emphasizing Common Core reading and math games and materials. Work purchased outright from authors. Publishes ms 1-2 years after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2-4 months. Catalog online.
"Our mission is to create products that make kids want to go to school.”
NONFICTION Submit complete ms via mail or e-mail with “Manuscript Submission" as the subject line.
TIPS “We are looking for unique, research-based, quality supplemental materials for Pre-K through 6th grade. We publish mainly reading and math materials in many different formats, including games. Our materials are intended for classroom and home schooling use. We do not publish picture books.”
2140 Oak Industrial Dr. NE, Grand Rapids MI 49505. (616)459-4591. Fax: (616)459-6540. E-mail: info@eerdmans.com. E-mail: submissions@eerdmans.com. Website: www.eerdmans.com. Estab. 1911. Publishes hardcover and paperback originals and reprints. “The majority of our adult publications are religious and most of these are academic or semi-academic in character (as opposed to inspirational or celebrity books), though we also publish general trade books on the Christian life. Our nonreligious titles, most of them in regional history or on social issues, aim, similarly, at an educated audience.” Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 4 weeks. Book catalog and ms guidelines free.
NONFICTION Subjects include history, philosophy, psychology, regional, religion, sociology, translation, Biblical studies. “We prefer that writers take the time to notice if we have published anything at all in the same category as their manuscript before sending it to us.” Query with TOC, 2-3 sample chapters, and SASE for return of ms. Reviews artwork/photos.
FICTION Subjects include religious. Query with SASE.
The William Pratt House, 9 Dewey Ct., Northampton MA 01060. (413)584-5551. Fax: (413)584-9933. E-mail: elgarinfo@e-elgar.com. Website: www.e-elgar.com. Estab. 1986. “Specializing in research monographs, reference books and upper-level textbooks in highly focused areas, we are able to offer a unique service in terms of editorial, production and worldwide marketing. We have three offices, Cheltenham and Camberley in the UK and Northampton, MA, US. We are actively commissioning new titles and are happy to consider and advise on ideas for monograph books, textbooks, professional law books and academic journals at any stage. Please complete a proposal form in as much detail as possible. We review all prososals with our academic advisors.” Accepts simultaneous submissions.
1056 Home Ave., Akron OH 44310. E-mail: submissions@ellorascave.com. Website: www.ellorascave.com. Estab. 2000. Publishes electronic originals and reprints; print books. Pays 45% royalty on amount received. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2-4 months to mss. No queries. Guidelines online. “Read and follow detailed submission instructions.”
FICTION Erotic romance and erotica fiction of every subgenre, including gay/lesbian, menage and more, and BDSM. All must have abundant, explicit, and graphic erotic content. Submit electronically only; cover e-mail as defined in our submission guidelines plus 1 attached .docx file containing full synopsis, first 3 chapters, and last chapter.
TIPS “Our audience is romance readers who want explicit sexual detail. They come to us because we offer sex with romance, plot, emotion. In addition to erotic romance with happy-ever-after endings, we also publish pure erotica, detailing sexual adventure, and experimentation.”
1175 Hwy. 130, Laramie WY 82070. (610)529-0460. E-mail: leila.elmbooks@gmail.com. Website: www.elm-books.com. Contact: Leila Monaghan, publisher. “We are eager to publish stories by new writers that have real stories to tell. We are looking for short stories (5,000-10,000 words) with real characters and true-to-life stories. Whether your story is fictionalized autobiography, or other stories of real-life mayhem and debauchery, we are interested in reading them!" Pays royalties. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
FICTION “We are looking for short stories (1,000-5,000 words) about kids of color that will grab readers' attentions—mysteries, adventures, humor, suspense, set in the present, near past or near future that reflect the realities and hopes of life in diverse communities.” Also looking for middle grade novels (20,000-50,000 words). Send complete ms for short stories; synopsis and 3 sample chapters for novels.
P.O. Box 270666, Fort Collins CO 80527. (800)225-0694. Fax: (970)672-8606. Website: www.emispub.com. Publishes trade paperback originals. “Medical text designed for physicians; fit in the lab coat pocket as a quick reference. Currently emphasizing women's health.” Publishes 2 titles/year. Pays 12% royalty on retail price. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 3 months to queries. Book catalog available free. Guidelines available free.
NONFICTION Subjects include psychology, women's health/medicine. Submit 3 sample chapters with SASE.
1572 Blue Lupine Ln., Victor MT 59875. (406)642-3333. Fax: (406)642-6373. E-mail: books@encantepress.com. Website: www.encantepress.com. Contact: Marty Essen, president. Estab. 2007. Nonfiction publisher interested in nature, wildlife, animals, environment, travel, sciences, and politics. Publishes 3-6 titles/year. 75% of books from first-time authors. 75% from unagented writers. Pays 10-20% royalty on net. “We offer a small advance, depending on the author and the book.” Publishes book 1 year after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 1 month to queries/proposals; 2 months to mss. Guidelines via e-mail.
NONFICTION Subjects include animals, environment, government, nature, politics, science, travel, wildlife. Query via e-mail with proposal package, including 2 sample chapters. Reviews artwork as part of package (PDF or Word files only).
TIPS “We are only interested in books that fit the nonfiction categories we have listed. As an eco-friendly publishing company, we only accept queries and sample chapters via e-mail (in a PDF file attachment). Make sure whatever you send us is free of spelling and punctuation errors. Poorly proofed correspondence and/or manuscripts will be quickly rejected. Although queries are accepted, authors are welcome to skip that step and just send 2 sample chapters. Your cover letter must include the elevator pitch for your book, a brief description of your book's potential market, and what you will do to help promote your book.”
ENCOUNTER BOOKS900 Broadway, Suite 601, New York NY 10003. (212)871-6310. Fax: (212)871-6311. Website: www.encounterbooks.com. Contact: Acquisitions. Publisher/President: Roger Kimball. Publishes hardcover, trade paperback, and e-book originals and trade paperback reprints. Encounter Books publishes serious nonfiction—books that can alter our society, challenge our morality, stimulate our imaginations—in the areas of history, politics, religion, biography, education, public policy, current affairs, and social sciences. Encounter Books is an activity of Encounter for Culture and Education, a tax-exempt, non profit corporation dedicated to strengthening the marketplace of ideas and engaging in educational activities to help preserve democratic culture. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Book catalog online. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include child guidance, education, ethnic, history, memoirs, multicultural, philosophy, psychology, religion, science, sociology, gender studies. Only considers agented submissions.
1321 Upland Dr. #6536, Houston TX 77043. E-mail: eneteenterprises@gmail.com. E-mail: eneteenterprises@gmail.com. Website: www.eneteenterprises.com. Contact: Shannon Enete, editor. Estab. 2011. Publishes trade paperback originals, mass market paperback originals, electronic originals. Publishes 6 titles/year. 290 queries received/year. 95% of books from first-time authors. 100% from unagented writers. Pays royalties of 10-20%. Publishes book 3-6 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds to queries/proposals in 1 month; mss in 1-3 months. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include education, health, memoirs, travel, travel guides, travel memoirs, life abroad, retired living abroad. Submit query, proposal, or ms with marketing plan by e-mail.
TIPS “Send me your best work. Do not rush a draft.”
101 W. 23rd St., Suite 240, New York NY 10011. (973)771-9400. E-mail: customerservice@enslow.com. Website: www.enslow.com. Estab. 1977. Publishes hardcover originals. 10% require freelance illustration. Enslow publishes nonfiction and fiction series books for young adults and school-age children. Publishes 250 titles/year. Pays royalty on net price with advance or flat fee. Pays advance. Publishes ms 1 year after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 1 month to queries. Guidelines via e-mail.
NONFICTION Subjects include history, recreation, science, sociology, sports. “Interested in new ideas for series of books for young people.” No fiction, fictionalized history, or dialogue.
TIPS “We love to receive resumes from experienced writers with good research skills who can think like young people.”
Website: www.entangledteen.com. “Entangled Teen and Entangled digiTeen, our young adult imprints publish the swoonworthy young adult romances readers crave. Whether they're dark and angsty or fun and sassy, contemporary, fantastical, or futuristic. We are seeking fresh voices with interesting twists on popular genres.” Pays royalty. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
IMPRINTS Teen Crush; Teen Crave.
FICTION “We are seeking novels in the subgenres of romantic fiction for contemporary, upper young adult with crossover appeal.” E-mail using site. “All submissions must have strong romantic elements. YA novels should be 50K to 100K in length. Revised backlist titles will be considered on a case by case basis.” Agented and unagented considered.
Entrepreneur Media Inc., 18061 Fitch, Irvine CA 92614. (949)261-2325. Fax: (949)622-7106. E-mail: press@entrepreneur.com. Website: www.entrepreneurbookstore.com. Contact: Vanessa Campos, marketing manager. Acquisitions Director: Jen Dorsey. “We specialize in quality paperbacks and e-books that focus on the entrepreneur in us all. Addressing the diverse challenges at all stages of business, each Entrepreneur Press book aims to provide actionable solutions to help entrepreneurs excel in all ventures they take on.” Publishes 20+ titles/year. Pays competitive net royalty. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Catalog online. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include business, career guidance, business start-up, small business management, business planning, marketing, finance, careers, personal finance, accounting, motivation, leadership, legal advise, management. When submitting work to us, please send as much of the proposed book as possible. Proposal should include: cover letter, preface, marketing plan, analysis of competition and comparative titles, author bio, TOC, 2 sample chapters. Go to website for more details. Reviews artwork/photos. Send transparencies and all other applicable information.
TIPS “We are currently seeking proposals covering sales, small business, startup, online businesses, marketing, etc.”
6524 NE 181st St. #2, Kenmore WA 98028. Fax: (425)481-8253. E-mail: lael@epicenterpress.com. Website: www.epicenterpress.com. Contact: Lael Morgan, acquisitions editor. Estab. 1987. Publishes hardcover and trade paperback originals. “We are a regional press founded in Alaska whose interests include but are not limited to the arts, history, environment, and diverse cultures and lifestyles of the North Pacific and high latitudes.” Publishes 4-8 titles/year. 200 queries received/year. 100 mss received/year. 75% of books from first-time authors. 90% from unagented writers. Publishes book 1-2 years after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 3 months to queries. Book catalog and guidelines online.
"Our affiliated company, Aftershocks Media, provides a range of services to self-publisher industry distributors.”
NONFICTION Subjects include animals, ethnic, history, recreation, regional. “Our focus is Alaska and the Pacific Northwest. We do not encourage nonfiction titles from outside this region.” Submit outline and 3 sample chapters. Reviews artwork/photos. Send photocopies.
10151 Carver Rd., Suite 200, Blue Ash OH 45242. (513)531-2690. Website: www.fwcommunity.com. President: Sara Domville. Estab. 1913. Publishes trade paperback originals and reprints. F+W connects passionate, like-minded groups of people to share an ongoing exchange of information, ideas, and inspiration. “We are committed to providing the very best experience for our consumers across our niche categories–craft, art, writing, design, outdoors, and lifestyle. We offer exclusive programs and products, best-in-industry customer service, curated kit flash sales, rewards and VIP programs, personalized 1-to-1 marketing, and more.” Publishes 400+ titles/year. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Guidelines online.
IMPRINTS Adams Media (general interest series); HOW Books (graphic design, illustrated, humor, pop culture); IMPACT Books (fantasy art, manga, creative comics and popular culture); Interweave (knitting, beading, crochet, jewelry, sewing); Krause Books (antiques and collectibles, automotive, coins and paper money, comics, crafts, games, firearms, militaria, outdoors and hunting, records and CDs, sports, toys); North Light Books (crafts, decorative painting, fine art); Popular Woodworking Books (shop skills, woodworking); Tyrus Books (mystery and literary fiction); Warman’s (antiques and collectibles, field guides); Writer’s Digest Books (writing and reference).
Please see individual listings for specific submission information about the company’s imprints.
Infobase Learning, 132 W. 31st St., 17th Floor, New York NY 10001. (800)322-8755. Fax: (800)678-3633. E-mail: llikoff@factsonfile.com; custserv@factsonfile.com. Website: www.factsonfile.com. Estab. 1941. Publishes hardcover originals and reprints and e-books as well as reference databases. Facts On File produces high-quality reference materials in print and digital format on a broad range of subjects for the school and public library market and the general nonfiction trade. Publishes 150-200 titles/year. 10% of books from first-time authors. 25% from unagented writers. Pays 10% royalty on retail price. Pays $5,000 advance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2 months to queries. Book catalog available free. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include career guidance, contemporary culture, education, history, literary criticism, multicultural, nutrition, politics, religion, sports, womens studies, young adult, careers, entertainment, natural history, popular culture. “We publish serious, informational books and e-books for a targeted audience. All our books must have strong library interest, but we also distribute books effectively to the trade. Our library books fit the junior and senior high school curriculum.” No computer books, technical books, cookbooks, biographies (except YA), pop psychology, humor, fiction or poetry. Query or submit outline and sample chapter with SASE. No submissions returned without SASE.
TIPS “Our audience is school and public libraries for our more reference-oriented books and libraries, schools and bookstores for our less reference-oriented informational titles.”
285 Madison Ave., M-GH2-01, Madison NJ 07940. (973)443-8564. Fax: (973)443-8364. E-mail: fdupress@fdu.edu. Website: www.fdupress.org. Contact: Harry Keyishian, Director. Estab. 1967. Publishes in hardcover originals and all electronic formats. Publishes a selection of volumes in paperback. Fairleigh Dickinson publishes scholarly books for the academic market, in the humanities and social sciences through a co-publishing partnership with Rowman & Littlefield, Lanham, MD. Publishes 35-45 titles/year. 33% of books from first-time authors. 95% from unagented writers. Publishes ms 6-7 months after acceptance. Responds in 2 weeks to queries.
"Contracts are arranged through The Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group, which also handles editing and production. Publication decisions are made by our Editorial and Advisory Board. FDU Press is open to quality scholarly submissions in all humanities/social science field. We also have developed several book series: American History and Culture; Communication Studies; Italian Studies; Law, Culture and the Humanities; Mormon Studies; Shakespeare and the Stage; Studies in Willa Cather.
NONFICTION Subjects include architecture, art, cinema, communications, contemporary culture, dance, economics, ethnic, film, gay, government, history, law, lesbian, literary criticism, multicultural, music, philosophy, psychology, regional, religion, sociology, womens issues, womens studies, world affairs, local, world literature, Italian Studies (series), Communication Studies (series), Willa Cather (series), American history and culture, Civil War, Jewish studies. “The Press discourages submissions of unrevised dissertations. We will consider scholarly editions of literary works in all fields, in English, or translation. We welcome inquiries about essay collections if the the material is previously unpublished, he essays have a unifying and consistent theme, and the editors provide a substantial scholarly introduction.” No nonscholarly books. “We do not publish textbooks, or original fiction, poetry or plays.” Query with outline, detailed abstract, and sample chapters (if possible), and CV. Does not review artwork.
1254 Commerce Way, Sanger CA 93657. (559)876-2170. Fax: (559)876-2180. E-mail: bookideas@familius.com. Website: familius.com. Contact: Michele Robbins, acquisitions editor. David Miles: Design & Digital, Brooke Jorden: Managing Editor, Erika Riggs: Marketing & Publicity Estab. 2011. Publishes hardcover, trade paperback, and electronic originals and reprints. Familius is all about strengthening families. Collective, the authors and staff have experienced a wide slice of the family-life spectrum. Some come from broken homes. Some are married and in the throes of managing a bursting household. Some are preparing to start families of their own. Together, they publish books and articles that help families be happy. Publishes 40 titles/year. 200 queries; 100 mss received/year. 30% of books from first-time authors. 70% from unagented writers. Authors are paid 10-30% royalty on wholesale price. Publishes book 12 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 1 month to queries and proposals; 2 months to mss. Catalog online. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include Americana, beauty, child guidance, cooking, counseling, finance, foods, health, hobbies, medicine, memoirs, nutrition, parenting, young adult. All mss must align with Familius mission statement to help families succeed. Submit a proposal package, including an outline, one sample chapter, competition evaluation, and your author platform. Reviews JPEGS if sent as part of the submission package.
FICTION Subjects include juvenile, picture books, young adult. All fiction must align with Familius values statement listed on the website footer. Submit a proposal package, including a synopsis, 3 sample chapters, and your author platform.
FamilyLife, a division of Campus Crusade for Christ, P.O. Box 7111, Little Rock AR 72223. (800)358-6329. Website: www.familylife.com. Publishes hardcover and trade paperback originals. FamilyLife is dedicated to effectively developing godly families. We publish connecting resources—books, videos, audio resources, and interactive multi-piece packs—that help husbands and wives communicate better, and parents and children build stronger relationships. Publishes 3-12 titles/year. 250 queries received/year. 50 mss received/year. 1% of books from first-time authors. 90% from unagented writers. Pays 2-18% royalty on wholesale price. Makes outright purchase of 250. Publishes ms 2 years after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 3 months to queries; 6 months to proposals and mss. Book catalog online.
NONFICTION Subjects include child guidance, education, religion, sex, spirituality. FamilyLife Publishing exists to create resources to connect your family. “We publish very few books. Become familiar with what we offer. Our resources are unique in the marketplace. Discover what makes us unique, match your work to our style, and then submit.” Query with SASE. Submit proposal package, outline, 2 sample chapters. Reviews artwork/photos.
7563 Lake City Way NE, Seattle WA 98115. (206)524-1967. Fax: (206)524-2104. Website: www.fantagraphics.com. Contact: Submissions Editor. Estab. 1976. Publishes original trade paperbacks. Publishes comics for thinking readers. Does not want mainstream genres of superhero, vigilante, horror, fantasy, or science fiction. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2-3 months to queries. Book catalog online. Guidelines online.
FICTION Subjects include comic books. “Fantagraphics is an independent company with a modus operandi different from larger, factory-like corporate comics publishers. If your talents are limited to a specific area of expertise (i.e. inking, writing, etc.), then you will need to develop your own team before submitting a project to us. We want to see an idea that is fully fleshed-out in your mind, at least, if not on paper. Submit a minimum of 5 fully-inked pages of art, a synopsis, SASE, and a brief note stating approximately how many issues you have in mind.”
TIPS “Take note of the originality and diversity of the themes and approaches to drawing in such Fantagraphics titles as Love & Rockets (stories of life in Latin America and Chicano L.A.), Palestine (journalistic autobiography in the Middle East), Eightball (surrealism mixed with kitsch culture in stories alternately humorous and painfully personal), and Naughty Bits (feminist humor and short stories which both attack and commiserate). Try to develop your own, equally individual voice; originality, aesthetic maturity, and graphic storytelling skill are the signs by which Fantagraphics judges whether or not your submission is ripe for publication.”
P.O. Box 5630, Helena MT 59604. (800)821-3874. Fax: (406)443-5480. E-mail: will@farcountrypress.com. Website: www.farcountrypress.com. Contact: Will Harmon. Award-winning publisher Farcountry Press specializes in softcover and hardcover color photography books showcasing the nation's cities, states, national parks, and wildlife. Farcountry also publishes several children's series, as well as guidebooks, cookbooks, and regional history titles nationwide. Publishes The staff produces about 30 books annually; the backlist has grown to more than 300 titles titles/year. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Guidelines online.
18 W. 18th St., New York NY 10011. (646)307-5151. Website: us.macmillan.com/fsg. Contact: Editorial Department. Estab. 1946. Publishes hardcover originals and trade paperback reprints. “We publish original and well-written material for all ages.” Publishes 75 titles/year. 6,000 queries and mss received/year. 5% of books from first-time authors. 50% from unagented writers. Pays 2-6% royalty on retail price for paperbacks, 3-10% for hardcovers. Pays $3,000-25,000 advance. Publishes ms 18 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2-3 months. Catalog available by request. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION All levels. Send cover letter describing submission with first 50 pages.
FICTION Subjects include juvenile, picture books, young adult. Do not query picture books; just send ms. Do not fax or e-mail queries or mss. Send cover letter describing submission with first 50 pages.
POETRY Send cover letter describing submission with 3-4 poems. By mail only.
Macmillan Children's Publishing Group, 175 Fifth Ave., New York NY 10010. (212)741-6900. Fax: (212)633-2427. E-mail: childrens.editorial@fsgbooks.com. Website: www.fsgkidsbooks.com. Estab. 1946. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Book catalog available by request. Ms guidelines online.
NONFICTION All levels: all categories. “We publish only literary nonfiction.” Submit cover letter, first 50 pages by mail only.
FICTION All levels: all categories. “Original and well-written material for all ages.” Submit cover letter, first 50 pages by mail only.
POETRY Submit cover letter, 3-4 poems by mail only.
TIPS “Study our catalog before submitting. We will see illustrators' portfolios by appointment. Don't ask for criticism and/or advice—due to the volume of submissions we receive, it's just not possible. Never send originals. Always enclose SASE.”
FAT FOX BOOKSThe Den, P.O. Box 579, Tonbridge TN9 9NG, United Kingdom. (44)(0)1580-857249. E-mail: hello@fatfoxbooks.com. Website: fatfoxbooks.com. “Can you write engaging, funny, original and brilliant stories? We are looking for fresh new talent as well as exciting new ideas from established writers and illustrators. We publish books for children from 3-14, and if we think the story is brilliant and fits our list, then as one of the few publishers who accepts unsolicited material, we will take it seriously. We will consider books of all genres.” Accepts simultaneous submissions. Guidelines online. Currently closed to submissions.
FICTION For picture books, send complete ms; for longer works, send first 3 chapters and estimate of final word count.
590 N.W. 1921 St. Rd., Kingsville MO 64063. (816)566-0654. E-mail: mike@fatherspress.com. Website: www.fatherspress.com. Contact: Mike Smitley, owner (fiction, nonfiction). Estab. 2006. Publishes hardcover, trade paperback, and mass market paperback originals and reprints. Publishes 6-10 titles/year. Pays 10-15% royalty on wholesale price. Publishes ms 6 months after acceptance. Responds in 1-3 months. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include animals, creative nonfiction, history, religion. Query with SASE. Unsolicited mss returned unopened. Call or e-mail first. Reviews artwork/photos. Send photocopies.
FICTION Subjects include adventure, historical, juvenile, literary, mystery, regional, religious, suspense, western, young adult. Query with SASE. Unsolicited mss returned unopened. Call or e-mail first.
FAWCETTThe Ballantine Publishing Group, A Division of Penguin Random House, 1745 Broadway, New York NY 10019. Website: www.penguinrandomhouse.com. Estab. 1955. Publishes paperback originals and reprints. Major publisher of mystery mass market and trade paperbacks. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
FICTION Subjects include mystery. Agented submissions only. All unsolicited mss returned.
FEIWEL AND FRIENDSMacmillan Children's Publishing Group, 175 Fifth Ave., New York NY 10010. (646)307-5151. Website: us.macmillan.com. Feiwel and Friends is a publisher of innovative children's fiction and nonfiction literature, including hardcover, paperback series, and individual titles. The list is eclectic and combines quality and commercial appeal for readers ages 0-16. The imprint is dedicated to “book by book" publishing, bringing the work of distinctive and oustanding authors, illustrators, and ideas to the marketplace. This market does not accept unsolicited mss due to the volume of submissions; they also do not accept unsolicited queries for interior art. The best way to submit a ms is through an agent. Catalog online.
Science Library 320, Univ. of Albany, 1400 Washington Ave., Albany NY 12222. (518)591-8162. E-mail: fencesubmissions@gmail.com. Website: www.fenceportal.org. Contact: Submissions Manager. Publishes hardcover originals. “Fence Books publishes poetry, fiction, and critical texts and anthologies, and prioritizes sustained support for its authors, many of whom come to us through our book contests and then go on to publish second, third, fourth books.” Accepts simultaneous submissions. Guidelines online.
FICTION Subjects include literary, poetry. Submit via contests and occasional open reading periods.
POETRY Submit via contests and occasional open reading periods.
Infobase Publishing, 132 W. 31st St., 17th Floor, New York NY 10001. (800)322-8755. E-mail: editorial@factsonfile.com. Website: www.infobasepublishing.com. Estab. 1940. Publishes hardcover and trade paperback originals. “We are primarily a career education publisher that publishes for schools and libraries. We need writers who have expertise in a particular career or career field (for possible full-length books on a specific career or field).” Publishes 50 titles/year. Pays by project. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 6 months to queries. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION “We publish work specifically for the elementary/junior high/high school/college library reference market. Works are generally encyclopedic in nature. Our current focus is career encyclopedias and young adult career sets and series. We consider manuscripts that cross over into the trade market.” No mass market, poetry, scholarly, or juvenile books, please. Query or submit an outline and 1 sample chapter.
TIPS “We like writers who know the market—former or current librarians or teachers or guidance counselors.”
FERNWOOD PUBLISHING, LTD.32 Ocenavista Ln., Black Point NS B0J 1B0, Canada. (902)857-1388. Fax: (902) 857-1328. E-mail: info@fernpub.ca. E-mail: editorial@fernpub.ca. Website: www.fernwoodpublishing.ca. Contact: Errol Sharpe, publisher. Estab. 1993. Publishes trade paperback originals. “Fernwood's objective is to publish critical works which challenge existing scholarship. We are a political and academic publisher. We publish critical books in the social sciences and humanities and for the trade market.” Publishes 35-40 titles/year. 120 queries received/year. 50 mss received/year. 40% of books from first-time authors. 100% from unagented writers. Pays 7-10% royalty on wholesale price. Pays advance. Publishes ms 12-18 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 6 weeks to proposals. Guidelines online.
IMPRINTS Roseway Publishing.
NONFICTION Subjects include agriculture, anthropology, communications, community, contemporary culture, creative nonfiction, economics, education, environment, ethnic, gay, government, health, history, humanities, labor, law, lesbian, multicultural, philosophy, politics, regional, sex, social sciences, sociology, translation, womens issues, womens studies, world affairs, young adult, contemporary culture, world affairs. “Our main focus is in the social sciences and humanities, emphasizing Indigenous resistance and resurgence, politics, capitalism, political economy, women, gender, sexuality, crime and law, international development and social work-for use in college and university courses.” Submit proposal package, outline, sample chapters. Reviews artwork/photos. Send photocopies.
FICTION Subjects include ethnic, feminist, gay, historical, lesbian, literary, multicultural, regional, young adult, environment. Roseway Publishing is our social justice literary imprint. Roseway publishes fiction, young adult fiction, children's fiction and autobiography that deals with social justice issues. Guidelines online.
DAVID FICKLING BOOKS31 Beamont St., Oxford OX1 2NP, United Kingdom. (018)65-339000. Fax: (018)65-339009. Website: www.davidficklingbooks.co.uk. Contact: Simon Mason, managing editor. David Fickling Books is a story house.”For nearly twelve years DFB has been run as an imprint—first as part of Scholastic, then of Random House. Now we've set up as an independent business.” Publishes 12-20 titles/year. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds to mss in 3 months, if interested. Guidelines online. Closed to submissions. Check website for when they open to submissions and for details on the Inkpot competition.
FICTION Considers all categories. Submit cover letter and 3 sample chapters as PDF attachment saved in format “Author Name_Full Title.”
TIPS “We adore stories for all ages, in both text and pictures. Quality is our watch word.”
140 3rd St. N., Kandiyohi MN 56251-0326. (320)444-5080. E-mail: filbertpublishing@filbertpublishing.com. Website: filbertpublishing.com. Contact: Maurice Erickson, acquisitions. Estab. 2001. Publishes trade paperback and electronic originals and reprints. “We really like to publish books that creative people can use to help them make a living following their dream. This includes books on marketing, books that encourage living a full life, freelancing, we'll consider a fairly wide range of subjects under this umbrella. The people who purchase our books (and visit our website) tend to be in their fifties, female, well-educated; many are freelancers who want to make a living writing. Any well-written title that would appeal to that audience is nearly a slam dunk to get added to our catalog.” Publishes 6-12 titles/year. 85% of books from first-time authors. 99% from unagented writers. Authors receive 10% royalty on retail price. E-books receive 50% net. Publishes book 2-3 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 1 month. Catalog online. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include communications, creative nonfiction, spirituality, reference books for freelancers and creative people with an emphasis on marketing. “Our projects tend to be evergreen. If you've got a great project that's as relevant today as it will be 10 years from now, something that you're passionate about, query.” Submit a query via SASE with a proposal package, including an outline and 2 sample chapters. Will review artwork. Writers should send photocopies or query about sending electronically.
FICTION Subjects include contemporary, mainstream, mystery, romance, suspense. “We're slow to accept new fiction, however, we are thrilled when we find a story that sweeps us off our feet. Fiction queries have been very sparse the last couple of years, and we're keen on expanding that line in the coming months.” Query via SASE with a proposal package, including a synopsis, 5 sample chapters, information regarding your web platform, and a brief mention of your current marketing plan.
RECENT TITLE(S) A Writer's Vehicle: Henry Ford's Way, by Billie Williams; 365 Tips for Writer's, by Dawn Colclasure; and Some of the Best Destinations in Life Begin With a Detour, by Lois Silverman.
TIPS “Get to know us. Subscribe to Writing Etc. to capture our preferred tone. Dig through our website, you'll get many ideas of what we're looking for. We love nurturing new writing careers and most of our authors have stuck with us since our humble beginning. We love words. We really love the publishing business. If you share those passions, feel free to query.”
P.O. Box 95, Palmer Lake CO 80133. (888)570-2663. Fax: (719)481-2420. E-mail: info@filterpressbooks.com. Website: www.filterpressbooks.com. Contact: Doris Baker, president. Estab. 1957. Publishes trade paperback originals and reprints. “Filter Press specializes in nonfiction of the West.” Publishes 4-6 titles/year. Pays 10-12% royalty on wholesale price. Publishes ms 18 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
NONFICTION Subjects include Americana, ethnic, history, regional, crafts and crafts people of the Southwest. Query with outline and SASE. Reviews artwork/photos.
FINDHORN PRESSDelft Cottage, Dyke, Forres Scotland IV36 2TF, United Kingdom. (44)(1309)690-582. Fax: (44)(131)777-2711. E-mail: submissions@findhornpress.com. Website: www.findhornpress.com. Contact: Thierry Bogliolo, publisher. Estab. 1971. Publishes trade paperback originals and e-books. Publishes 20 titles/year. 1,000 queries received/year. 50% of books from first-time authors. 80% from unagented writers. Pays 10-15% royalty on wholesale price. Publishes ms 12-18 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 3-4 months to proposals. Book catalog and ms guidelines online.
IMPRINTS Earthdancer, Camino Guides.
NONFICTION Subjects include alternative lifestyles, animals, community, health, nature, New Age, psychology, spirituality, alternative health. No autobiographies.
5995 149th St. W., Suite 105, Apple Valley MN 55124. E-mail: info@finneyco.com. Website: www.finneyco.com. Contact: Acquisitions. Publishes trade paperback originals. Publishes 2 titles/year. Pays 10% royalty on wholesale price. Pays advance. Publishes ms 1 year after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2-3 months to queries.
NONFICTION Subjects include education, career exploration/development. Finney publishes career development educational materials. Query with SASE. Reviews artwork/photos.
FIRST SECONDMacmillan Children's Publishing Group, 175 5th Ave., New York NY 10010. E-mail: mail@firstsecondbooks.com. Website: www.firstsecondbooks.com. First Second is a publisher of graphic novels and an imprint of Macmillan Children's Publishing Group. First Second does not accept unsolicited submissions. Responds in about 6 weeks. Catalog online.
FITZHENRY & WHITESIDE LTD.195 Allstate Pkwy., Markham ON L3R 4T8, Canada. (905)477-9700, Toll Free 1-800-387-9776. Fax: (905)477-9179, 1-800-260-9777. E-mail: fitzkids@fitzhenry.ca; godwit@fitzhenry.ca. Website: www.fitzhenry.ca/. Contact: Sharon Fitzhenry (adult books); Cheryl Chen (children's books). Emphasis on Canadian authors and illustrators, subject or perspective. Publishes 15 titles/year. 10% of books from first-time authors. Pays authors 8-10% royalty with escalations. Offers “respectable" advances for picture books, split 50/50 between author and illustrator. Pays illustrators by project and royalty. Pays photographers per photo. Publishes book 1-2 years after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
NONFICTION For works of nonfiction, please include a proposal with two or three sample chapters.
FICTION For picture book submissions, please include the entire text. For novels, please submit a proposal/ synopsis and the first three chapters only. Full guidelines on site.
TIPS “We respond to quality.”
527 Empire Blvd., Brooklyn NY 11225. (718)288-8300. Fax: (718)972-6307. E-mail: submissions@flashlightpress.com. Website: www.flashlightpress.com. Contact: Shari Dash Greenspan, editor. Estab. 2004. Publishes hardcover and trade paperback original children's picture books for 4-8 year olds. Publishes 2-3 titles/year. 2000 queries received/year 50% of books from first-time authors. 50% from unagented writers. Pays 8-10% royalty on wholesale price. Pays advance. Publishes ms up to 3 years after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. “Only accepts e-mail queries according to submission guidelines.” Responds in 3 months to requested mss. Book catalog available online. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION See art submission guidelines online.
FICTION Subjects include picture books. Average word length: 1,000 words. Picture books: contemporary, humor, multicultural. “Query by e-mail only, after carefully reading our submission guidelines online. No e-mail attachments. Do not send anything by snail mail.”
909 NE 43rd St., #205, Seattle WA 98105. E-mail: floatingbridgepress@yahoo.com. Website: www.floatingbridgepress.org. Estab. 1994. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
Floating Bridge Press publishes the work of poets residing in Washington State.
POETRY Floating Bridge Press publishes chapbooks and anthologies by Washington State poets, selected through an annual competition.
FLUXLlewellyn Worldwide, Ltd., Llewellyn Worldwide, Ltd., 2143 Wooddale Dr., Woodbury MN 55125. (651)312-8613. Fax: (651)291-1908. Website: https://www.fluxnow.com. Estab. 2005. “Flux seeks to publish authors who see YA as a point of view, not a reading level. We look for books that try to capture a slice of teenage experience, whether in real or imagined worlds.” Publishes 21 titles/year. 50% of books from first-time authors. Pays royalties of 10-15% based on wholesale price. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Book catalog and guidelines online.
FICTION Young Adults: adventure, contemporary, fantasy, history, humor, problem novels, religion, science fiction, sports, suspense. Average word length: 50,000. Accepts agented submissions only.
TIPS “Read contemporary teen books. Be aware of what else is out there. If you don't read teen books, you probably shouldn't write them. Know your audience. Write incredibly well. Do not condescend.”
FLYING EYE BOOKS62 Great Eastern St., London EC2A 3QR, United Kingdom. (44)(0)207-033-4430. E-mail: picturbksubs@nobrow.net. Website: www.flyingeyebooks.com. Estab. 2013. Flying Eye Books is the children's imprint of award-winning visual publishing house Nobrow. FEB seeks to retain the same attention to detail and excellence in illustrated content as its parent publisher, but with a focus on the craft of children's storytelling and nonfiction. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Guidelines online.
FLYLEAF PRESSAncestor Network Ltd, 4 Spencer Villas, Glenageary, County Dublin, Ireland. (353)(1)285-4658. E-mail: books@flyleaf.ie. Website: www.flyleaf.ie. Contact: James Ryan, managing editor (family history). Sales: Brian Smith. Estab. 1987. Publishes Irish-interest family history and genealogy titles. Flyleaf Press is the publishing arm of Ancestor Network Ltd. (http://ancestornetwork.ie) which provides research services to personal and professional clients. Flyleaf Press was founded in 1987 and is Ireland’s major specialist publisher of family history and genealogy titles. Flyleaf specialize in high-quality ‘how-to’ guides for research in various counties of Ireland. To date guides for 12 counties have been published. They also publish reference works on Church Records, Census records and wills. Publishes 3 titles/year. 15 queries; 10 mss received/year. 60% of books from first-time authors. 100% from unagented writers. Pays 7-10% royalty on wholesale price. Does not pay advance. Publishes book 6 months after acceptance. Responds in 1 month to mss. Book catalog online.
NONFICTION Subjects include history, hobbies, family history. Submit proposal package, outline, 1 sample chapter.
TIPS “Audience is family history hobbyists, history students, local historians.”
Imprint of Elsevier (USA), Inc., 711 3rd Ave., 8th Floor, New York NY 10017. Website: routledge.com/focalpress. Estab. US, 1981; UK, 1938. Publishes hardcover and paperback originals and reprints. “Focal Press provides excellent books for students, advanced amateurs, and working professionals involved in all areas of media technology. Topics of interest include photography (digital and traditional techniques), film/video, audio, broadcasting, and cinematography, through to journalism, radio, television, video, and writing. Currently emphasizing graphics, gaming, animation, and multimedia.” Publishes 80-120 UK-US titles/year; entire firm publishes over 1,000 titles/year. 25% of books from first-time authors. 90% from unagented writers. Publishes ms 6 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2 months to queries. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include photography, film, cinematography, broadcasting, theater and performing arts, audio, sound and media technology. Does not publish collections of photographs or books composed primarily of photographs. To submit a proposal for consideration by Elsevier, complete the proposal form online. “Once we have had a chance to review your proposal in line with our publishing plan and budget, we will contact you to discuss the next steps.” Reviews artwork/photos.
Imprint of Random House, Inc., 1745 Broadway, 15th Floor, New York NY 10019. E-mail: editors@fodors.com. Website: www.fodors.com. Estab. 1936. Publishes trade paperback originals. Fodor's publishes travel books on many regions and countries. “Remember that most Fodor's writers live in the areas they cover. Note that we do not accept unsolicited mss.” Most titles are collective works, with contributions as works for hire. Most contributions are updates of previously published volumes. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2 months to queries. Book catalog available free.
NONFICTION Subjects include travel. “We are interested in unique approaches to favorite destinations. Writers seldom review our catalog or our list and often query about books on topics that we're already covering. Beyond that, it's important to review competition and to say what the proposed book will add. Do not send originals without first querying as to our interest in the project. We're not interested in travel literature or in proposals for general travel guidebooks.” Submit writing clips and résumé via mail or e-mail. In cover letter, explain qualifications and areas of expertise.
TIPS “In preparing your query or proposal, remember that it's the only argument Fodor's will hear about why your book will be a good one, and why you think it will sell; and it's also best evidence of your ability to create the book you propose. Craft your proposal well and carefully so that it puts your best foot forward.”
79 Tracy Way, Meredith NH 03253. Website: www.foldedword.com. Contact: Barbara Flaherty, Submissions Editor. Editor-in-Chief: J.S. Graustein. Poetry Editor: Rose Auslander. Fiction Editor: Casey Tingle. Estab. 2008. Folded Word is a literary micro-press that explores the world, one voice at a time. “Our list includes globally-distributed work by authors from four continents. We give individualized attention to the editing and design of each title.” Publishes 12 titles/year. 30% of books from first-time authors. 99% from unagented writers. Pays royalty. Advance only in rare cases with solicited books. Publishes ms 2 years after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 60 days for queries. If a full ms is requested, it may take 6 months for a final decision. Catalog online. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include creative nonfiction, literature, nature, travel. “We are seeking creative nonfiction that is well-researched, concise, and poetic. We are looking for a respite from the predictable and formulaic. We are also looking for manuscripts that are ecologically and culturally aware. We enjoy humor, word-play, and strong images. Please, surprise us.” We are especially seeking 5000 word travel and literary essays that can be published as stand-alone chapbooks.
FICTION Subjects include contemporary, historical, humor, literary, poetry, poetry in translation, regional, short story collections. “We are seeking non-formulaic narratives that have a strong sense of place and/or time, especially the exploration of unfamiliar place/time. We are looking for manuscripts that are an escape from the everyday, be it a cleansing laugh, a cathartic cry, a virtual holiday, or even a respite from predictable plots. We are also looking for manuscripts that are ecologically aware. We enjoy quirky characters, voices that take a chance, humor, and word-play. Please, surprise us.” “We are especially seeking 5,000-word short stories that can be published as stand-alone chapbooks and chapbook-length collections of flash fiction.”
POETRY “We enjoy narrative poetry that has a strong sense of place and/or time, especially the exploration of unfamiliar place/time. We enjoy mind-bending images and creative spacing on the page. We are also looking for poetry that is ecologically and culturally aware. We enjoy humor, word-play, and voices that take a chance. Please, surprise us.” “We are especially seeking regional poetry (any region), haiku (and other Japanese-form poetry), and bilingual chapbooks of poetry in translation.”
TIPS “Please be sure you have read some of our titles prior to submitting; our ebooks are reasonably priced to make exploring our list easier.”
2546 Belmont Ave., University Box L, Bronx NY 10458. (718)817-4795. Fax: (718)817-4785. Website: www.fordhampress.com. Contact: Tom Lay, acquisitions editor. Editorial Director: Richard W. Morrison. Publishes hardcover and trade paperback originals and reprints. “We are a publisher in humanities, accepting scholarly monographs, collections, occasional reprints and general interest titles for consideration. No fiction.” Accepts simultaneous submissions. Book catalog and ms guidelines free.
NONFICTION Subjects include education, history, philosophy, regional, religion, science, sociology, translation, business, Jewish studies, media, music. Submit query letter, CV, SASE.
TIPS “We have an academic and general audience.”
470 Park Ave. S., New York NY 10016. (212)481-8100. Fax: (212)481-9275. E-mail: krohan@fpa.org. Website: www.fpa.org. Contact: Karen Rohan, editorial department. Publishes 2 periodicals, an annual eight episode PBS Television series with DVD and an occasional hardcover and trade paperback original. The Foreign Policy Association, a nonpartisan, not-for-profit educational organization founded in 1918, is a catalyst for developing awareness, understanding of and informed opinion on US foreign policy and global issues. Through its balanced, nonpartisan publications, FPA seeks to encourage individuals in schools, communities and the workplace to participate in the foreign policy process. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Book catalog available free.
IMPRINTS Headline Series (quarterly); Great Decisions (annual).
NONFICTION Subjects include history, foreign policy.
TIPS “Audience is students and people with an interest, but not necessarily any expertise, in foreign policy and international relations.”
FORMAC PUBLISHING CO. LTD.5502 Atlantic St., Halifax NS B3H 1G4, Canada. (902)421-7022. Fax: (902)425-0166. Website: www.formac.ca. Contact: Acquisitions Editor. Estab. 1977. Publishes hardcover and trade paperback originals. Publishes 15-20 titles/year. 200 queries received/year. 150 mss received/year. 20% of books from first-time authors. 75% from unagented writers. Pays 5-10% royalty on wholesale price. Publishes book 1 year after acceptance of ms. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2 months to queries and to proposals; 4 months to mss. Book catalog available free. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include animals, creative nonfiction, history, multicultural, regional, travel, marine subjects, transportation. Submit proposal package, outline, 2 sample chapters, CV or résumé of author(s).
TIPS “For our illustrated books, our audience includes adults interestsed in regional topics. For our travel titles, the audience is Canadians and visitors looking for cultural and outdoor experiences. Check out our website to see if you think your books fits anywhere in our list before submitting it. We are primarily interested in the work of Canadian authors.”
P.O. Box 1209, Minneapolis MN 55440. (612)330-3300. Website: www.fortresspress.com. Publishes hardcover and trade paperback originals. “Fortress Press publishes academic books in Biblical studies, theology, Christian ethics, church history, and professional books in pastoral care and counseling.” Pays royalty on retail price. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Book catalog free. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include religion, church history, African-American studies. Use online form. Please study guidelines before submitting.
412 Sycamore St., Cincinnati OH 45202. (513)721-6659; (800)543-1813. Fax: (513)721-0729. E-mail: editorial@forwardmovement.org. Website: www.forwardmovement.org. Contact: Richelle Thompson, managing editor. Estab. 1934. “Forward Movement was established to help reinvigorate the life of the church. Many titles focus on the life of prayer, where our relationship with God is centered, death, marriage, baptism, recovery, joy, the Episcopal Church and more. Currently emphasizing prayer/spirituality.” Publishes 30 titles/year. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 1 month. Book catalog free. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include religion. “We are an agency of the Episcopal Church. There is a special need for tracts of under 8 pages. (A page usually runs about 200 words.) On rare occasions, we publish a full-length book.” Query with SASE or by e-mail with complete ms attached.
FICTION Subjects include juvenile.
TIPS “Audience is primarily Episcopalians and other Christians.”
3 Wrigley, Suite A, Irvine CA 92618. (800)426-0099. Fax: (949)380-7575. E-mail: walterfoster@quartous.com. Website: www.walterfoster.com. Contact: Submissions. Estab. 1922. Publishes trade paperback originals. “Walter Foster publishes instructional how-to/craft instruction as well as licensed products.” Accepts simultaneous submissions. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Art, craft, activity books. Submit proposal package.
Box 535, Village Station, New York NY 10014. E-mail: editors@fourwaybooks.com. Website: www.fourwaybooks.com. Contact: Martha Rhodes, director. Estab. 1993. “Four Way Books is a not-for-profit literary press dedicated to publishing poetry and short fiction by emerging and established writers. Each year, Four Way Books publishes the winners of its national poetry competitions, as well as collections accepted through general submission, panel selection, and solicitation by the editors.” Accepts simultaneous submissions.
FICTION Open reading period: June 1-30. Book-length story collections and novellas. Submission guidelines will be posted online at end of May. Does not want novels or translations.
POETRY Four Way Books publishes poetry and short fiction. Considers full-length poetry mss only. Books are about 70 pages, offset-printed digitally, perfect-bound, with paperback binding, art/graphics on covers. Does not want individual poems or poetry intended for children/young readers. See website for complete submission guidelines and open reading period in June. Book mss may include previously published poems. Responds to submissions in 4 months. Payment varies. Order sample books from Four Way Books online or through bookstores.
1970 Broad St., East Petersburg PA 17520. (800)457-9112. Fax: (717)560-4702. E-mail: acquisitions@foxchapelpublishing.com. Website: www.foxchapelpublishing.com. Publishes hardcover and trade paperback originals and trade paperback reprints. Fox Chapel publishes craft, lifestyle, and woodworking titles for professionals and hobbyists. Publishes 90-150 titles/year. 30% of books from first-time authors. 100% from unagented writers. Pays royalty or makes outright purchase. Pays variable advance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Submission guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include cooking, crafts, creative nonfiction.
TIPS “We're looking for knowledgeable artists, craftspeople and woodworkers, all experts in their fields, to write books of lasting value.”
FRANCES LINCOLN BOOKS74-77 White Lion St., Islington, London N1 9PF, United Kingdom. (44)(20)7284-4009. Website: www.franceslincoln.com. Estab. 1977. Publishes 100 titles/year. 6% of books from first-time authors. Publishes book 18 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 6 weeks to mss.
NONFICTION Subjects include animals, career guidance, cooking, environment, history, multicultural, nature, religion, social issues, special needs. Query by e-mail.
FRANCES LINCOLN CHILDREN'S BOOKSFrances Lincoln, 74-77 White Lion St., Islington, London N1 9PF, United Kingdom. (44)(20)7284-4009. Website: www.franceslincoln.com. Estab. 1977. “Our company was founded by Frances Lincoln in 1977. We published our first books two years later, and we have been creating illustrated books of the highest quality ever since, with special emphasis on gardening, walking and the outdoors, art, architecture, design and landscape. In 1983, we started to publish illustrated books for children. Since then we have won many awards and prizes with both fiction and nonfiction children's books.” Publishes 100 titles/year. 6% of books from first-time authors. Publishes book 18 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 6 weeks to mss.
NONFICTION Subjects include animals, career guidance, cooking, environment, history, multicultural, nature, religion, young adult, social issues, special needs. Average word length: picture books—1,000; middle readers—29,768. Query by e-mail.
FICTION Subjects include adventure, fantasy, historical, humor, juvenile, multicultural, picture books, sports, young adult, anthololgy, folktales, nature. Average word length: picture books—1,000; young readers— 9,788; middle readers— 20,653; young adults— 35,407. Query by e-mail.
28 W. Liberty St., Cincinnati OH 45202-6498. (513)241-5615. Fax: (513)241-0399. E-mail: mlombard@franciscanmedia.org. Website: www.americancatholic.org. Contact: Mark Lombard, book publishing division and foreign rights. Estab. 1970. Publishes trade paperback originals. “St. Anthony Messenger Press/Franciscan Communications seeks to communicate the word that is Jesus Christ in the styles of Saints Francis and Anthony. Through print and electronic media marketed in North America and worldwide, we endeavor to evangelize, inspire, and inform those who search for God and seek a richer Catholic, Christian, human life. Our efforts help support the life, ministry, and charities of the Franciscan Friars of St. John the Baptist Province, who sponsor our work. Currently emphasizing prayer/spirituality.” Publishes 20-25 titles/year. 300 queries received/year. 50 mss received/year. 5% of books from first-time authors. 99% from unagented writers. Pays $1,000 average advance. Publishes ms 18 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2 months. Guidelines online.
IMPRINTS Servant Books.
NONFICTION Query with SASE. Submit outline. Reviews artwork/photos.
FRANKLIN WATTSHachette Children's Books, Carmelite House, 50 Victoria Embankment, London EC4Y 0DZ, United Kingdom. (44)(20)7873-6000. Fax: (44)(20)7873-6024. E-mail: ad@hachettechildrens.co.uk. Website: www.franklinwatts.co.uk. Estab. 1942. Franklin Watts is well known for its high quality and attractive information books, which support the National Curriculum and stimulate children's enquiring minds. Generally does not accept unsolicited mss. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
6325 Sandburg Rd., Suite 100, Golden Valley MN 55427-3674. (612)338-2068. Fax: (612)337-5050. E-mail: acquisitions@freespirit.com. Website: www.freespirit.com. Estab. 1983. Publishes trade paperback originals and reprints. “We believe passionately in empowering kids to learn to think for themselves and make their own good choices.” Free Spirit does not accept general fiction, poetry or storybook submissions. Publishes 25-30 titles/year. Pays advance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds to proposals in 2-6 months. Book catalog and ms guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include child guidance, counseling, education, educator resources; early childhood education. “Many of our authors are educators, mental health professionals, and youth workers involved in helping kids and teens.” No general fiction or picture storybooks, poetry, single biographies or autobiographies, books with mythical or animal characters, or books with religious or New Age content. We are not looking for academic or religious materials, or books that analyze problems with the nation's school systems. Query with cover letter stating qualifications, intent, and intended audience and market analysis (comprehensive list of similar titles and detailed explanation of how your book stands out from the field), along with your promotional plan, outline, 2 sample chapters (note: for early childhood submissions, the entire text is required for evaluation), resume, SASE. Do not send original copies of work.
FICTION “Please review catalog and author guidelines (both available online) for details before submitting proposal. If you'd like material returned, enclose a SASE with sufficient postage.” Accepts queries only—not submissions—by e-mail.
TIPS “Our books are issue-oriented, jargon-free, and solution-focused. Our audience is children, teens, teachers, parents and youth counselors. We are especially concerned with kids' social and emotional well-being and look for books with ready-to-use strategies for coping with today's issues at home or in school—written in everyday language. We are not looking for academic or religious materials, or books that analyze problems with the nation's school systems. Instead, we want books that offer practical, positive advice so kids can help themselves, and parents and teachers can help kids succeed.”
4690 Table Mountain Dr., Suite 100, Golden CO 80403. E-mail: acquisitions@fulcrumbooks.com. Website: www.fulcrum-books.com. Contact: T. Baker, acquisitions editor. Estab. 1984. Pays authors royalty based on wholesale price. Offers advances. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Catalog for SASE. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Looking for nonfiction-based graphic novels and comics, U.S. history and culture, Native American history or culture studies, conservation-oriented materials. “We do not accept memoir or fiction manuscripts.” “Your submission must include: a proposal of your work, including a brief synopsis, 2-3 sample chapters, brief biography of yourself, description of your audience, your assessment of the market for the book, list of competing titles, and what you can do to help market your book. We are a green company and therefore only accept e-mailed submissions. Paper queries submitted via US Mail or any other means (including fax, FedEx/UPS, and even door-to-door delivery) will not be reviewed or returned. Please help us support the preservation of the environment by e-mailing your query to acquisitions@fulcrumbooks.com.”
TIPS “Research our line first. We look for books that appeal to the school market and trade. “
Website: www.futurecycle.org. Contact: Diane Kistner, director/editor-in-chief. Estab. 2007. Publishes English-language poetry books, chapbooks, and anthologies in print-on-demand and digital editions. Awards the FutureCycle Poetry Book Prize and honorarium for the best full-length book the press publishes each year. Pays in deeply discounted author copies (no purchase required). Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 3 months. Guidelines, sample contract, and detailed Guide for Authors online.
POETRY Wants “poetry from imaginative, highly skilled poets, whether well known or emerging. We abhor the myopic, self-absorbed, and sloppy, but otherwise are eclectic in our tastes.” Does not want concrete or visual poetry. Publishes 15+ poetry books/year and 5+ chapbooks/year. Ms. selected through open submission. Books average 62-110 pages; chapbooks 30-42 pages; anthologies 100+ pages. Submit complete ms. No need to query.
721 W. Abram St., Arlington TX 76013. (817)277-0727. Fax: (817)277-2270. Website: www.fhautism.com. Contact: Jennifer Gilpin-Yacio, editorial director. Publishes hardcover originals, trade paperback originals and reprints. Publishes 10 titles/year. 250 queries received/year. 125 mss received/year. 75% of books from first-time authors. 95% from unagented writers. Pays 10% royalty. Makes outright purchase. Publishes book 2 months after acceptance of ms. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 1 month to queries; 2 months to proposals. Book catalog available free. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include education, autism. Submit proposal package, outline by mail (no e-mail). Reviews artwork/photos. Send photocopies.
TIPS “Audience is parents, teachers.”
Genealogical.com, 3600 Clipper Mill Rd., Suite 260, Baltimore MD 21211. (410)837-8271. Fax: (410)752-8492. E-mail: info@genealogical.com. E-mail: jgaronzi@genealogical.com. Website: www.genealogical.com. Contact: Joe Garonzik, marketing director. Eileen Perkins, Production Manager Estab. 1959. Publishes hardcover and trade paperback originals and reprints. Publishes 50 titles/year. Receives 100 queries/year; 20 mss/year. 10% of books from first-time authors. 99% from unagented writers. Pays 10-15% royalty on selling price. Does not pay advance. Publishes book 6 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 1 month. Catalog free on request.
IMPRINTS Clearfield Company.
NONFICTION Subjects include Americana, ethnic, history, hobbies. Submit outline, 1 sample chapter. Reviews artwork/photos as part of the mss package.
TIPS “Our audience is genealogy hobbyists.”
P.O. Box 28281, Portland OR 97228. (503)515-8252. E-mail: editor@gertrudepress.org. Website: www.gertrudepress.org. Estab. 2005. “Gertrude Press is a nonprofit organization developing and showcasing the creative talents of lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer-identified and allied individuals. We publish limited-edition fiction and poetry chapbooks plus the biannual literary journal, Gertrude.” Reads chapbook mss only through contests. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
FICTION Subjects include ethnic, experimental, feminist, gay, humor, lesbian, literary, mainstream, multicultural, short story collections.
TIPS Sponsors poetry and fiction chapbook contest. Prize is $175 and 50 contributor's copies. Submission guidelines and fee information on website. “Read the journal and sample published work. We are not impressed by pages of publications; your work should speak for itself.”
E-mail: editors@giantsquidbooks.com. Website: giantsquidbooks.com. Editors: Rachel Miller and Anna McCormally. “Our mission is to publish, support, and promote debut authors—and help them navigate the world of online publishing.” Accepts simultaneous submissions. Guidelines online.
FICTION Giant Squid Books is currently closed to submissions. “See website or follow us on Twitter @giantsquidbooks to be notified when we reopen submissions.” Accepts young adult novels in any genre. Query with the first 3 chapters or 50 pages of book.
TIPS “We read every submission and try to respond within two weeks but due to a high volume of submissions sometimes get behind! If it's been more than 2 weeks since you queried us, please feel free to send a follow-up e-mail.”
P.O. Box 667, Layton UT 84041. (801)544-9800. Fax: (801)544-8853. E-mail: debbie.uribe@gibbs-smith.com. Website: www.gibbs-smith.com. Estab. 1969. Publishes 3 titles/year. 50% of books from first-time authors. 50% from unagented writers. Pays authors royalty of 2% based on retail price or work purchased outright ($500 minimum). Offers advances (average amount: $2,000). Publishes ms 1-2 years after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2 months. Book catalog available for 9×12 SAE and $2.30 postage. Ms guidelines available by e-mail.
NONFICTION Middle readers: activity, arts/crafts, cooking, how-to, nature/environment, science. Average word length: picture books—under 1,000 words; activity books—under 15,000 words. Submit an outline and writing samples for activity books; query for other types of books.
TIPS “We target ages 5-11. We do not publish young adult novels or chapter books.”
GIFTED EDUCATION PRESS10201 Yuma Ct., Manassas VA 20109. (703)369-5017. E-mail: mfisher345@comcast.net. Website: www.giftedstemeducation.com. Contact: Maurice Fisher, publisher. Estab. 1981. Publishes trade paperback originals. “Searching for rigorous texts on teaching science, math and humanities to gifted students.” Publishes 5 titles/year. 20 queries; 10 mss received/year. 90% of books from first-time authors. 100% from unagented writers. Pays 10% royalty on retail price. Publishes ms 4 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 1 month. Book catalog online. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include child guidance, education, history, humanities, philosophy. Query with SASE. All unsolicited mss returned unopened. Reviews artwork/photos.
TIPS “Audience includes teachers, parents, gifted program supervisors, professors. Be knowledgeable about your subject. Write clearly and don't use educational jargon.”
Gival Press, LLC, P.O. Box 3812, Arlington VA 22203. (703)351-0079. E-mail: givalpress@yahoo.com. Website: www.givalpress.com. Contact: Robert L. Giron, editor-in-chief (area of interest: literary). Estab. 1998. Publishes trade paperback, electronic originals, and reprints. “We publish literary works: fiction, nonfiction (essays, academic), and poetry in English, Spanish, and French.” Publishes 4-5 titles/year. 200 queries; 60 mss received/year. 50% of books from first-time authors. 70% from unagented writers. Pays royalty. Publishes ms 12 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 3-5 months. Book catalog online. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include creative nonfiction, education, gay, lesbian, literature, memoirs, multicultural, translation, womens issues, womens studies, scholarly. Submit between May 15-August 15. Always query first via e-mail; provide plan/ms content, bio, and supportive material. Best to submit via our portal at: www.givalpress.submittable.com. Reviews artwork/photos; query first.
FICTION Subjects include contemporary, feminist, gay, historical, lesbian, literary, multicultural, poetry, poetry in translation, translation. Always query first via e-mail; provide description, author's bio, and supportive material.
POETRY Query via e-mail; provide description, bio, etc.; submit 5-6 sample poems via e-mail.
TIPS “Our audience is those who read literary works with depth to the work. Visit our website—there is much to be read/learned from the numerous pages.”
19923 E. Long Ave., Centennial CO 80016. (800)986-4135. Fax: (720)230-1209. E-mail: glenbridge10@gmail.com. Website: www.glenbridgepublishing.com. Estab. 1986. Publishes hardcover originals and reprints, trade paperback originals. “Glenbridge has an eclectic approach to publishing. We look for titles that have long-term capabilities.” Publishes 6-8 titles/year. Pays 10% royalty. Publishes ms 1 year after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2 months to queries. Book catalog online. Guidelines for #10 SASE.
NONFICTION Subjects include Americana, history, philosophy, sociology. Send e-mail on website. Query with outline/synopsis, sample chapters.
P.O. Box 1428, El Cerrito CA 94530. (510)528-4216. E-mail: merships@yahoo.com. Website: www.glencannon.com. Contact: Bill Harris (maritime, maritime children's). Estab. 1993. Publishes hardcover and paperback originals and hardcover reprints. “We publish quality books about ships and the sea.” Average print order: 1,000. Member PMA, BAIPA. Distributes titles through Baker & Taylor. Promotes titles through direct mail, magazine advertising and word of mouth. Accepts unsolicited mss. Often comments on rejected mss. Publishes 4-5 titles/year. 25% of books from first-time authors. 100% from unagented writers. Pays 10-20% royalty. Publishes ms 6-24 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 1 month to queries; 2 months to mss.
IMPRINTS Smyth: perfect binding; illustrations.
NONFICTION Subjects include history, marine subjects, transportation, travel, war.
FICTION Subjects include adventure, historical, mainstream, military, multicultural, mystery, war, western, young adult. Submit complete ms. Include brief bio, list of publishing credits. Send SASE for return of ms or send a disposable ms and SASE for reply only.
TIPS “Write a good story in a compelling style.”
DAVID R. GODINE, PUBLISHER15 Court Square, Suite 320, Boston MA 02108. (617)451-9600. Fax: (617)350-0250. E-mail: info@godine.com. Website: www.godine.com. Estab. 1970. “We publish books that matter for people who care.” This publisher is no longer considering unsolicited mss of any type. Only interested in agented material. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
IMPRINTS Black Sparrow Books, Verba Mundi, Nonpareil.
NONFICTION Subjects include Americana, art, creative nonfiction, gardening, history, language, law, literary criticism, literature, photography, young adult, typography.
FICTION Subjects include literary, multicultural, poetry, poetry in translation, translation, young adult.
GOLDEN BOOKS FOR YOUNG READERS GROUP1745 Broadway, New York NY 10019. Website: www.penguinrandomhouse.com. Estab. 1935. “Random House Books aims to create books that nurture the hearts and minds of children, providing and promoting quality books and a rich variety of media that entertain and educate readers from 6 months to 12 years.” Random House-Golden Books does not accept unsolicited mss, only agented material. They reserve the right not to return unsolicited material. 2% of books from first-time authors. Pays authors in royalties; sometimes buys mss outright. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Book catalog free on request.
P.O. Box 80250, San Marino CA 91118. (626)458-8148. Fax: (626)458-8148. Website: www.goldenwestbooks.com. Publishes hardcover originals. “Golden West Books specializes in railroad history. We are always interested in new material. Please use the form online to contact us; we will follow up with you as soon as possible.” Publishes 3-4 titles/year. 8-10 queries; 5 mss received/year. 75% of books from first-time authors. 100% from unagented writers. Pays 8-10% royalty on wholesale price. Publishes ms 3 months after acceptance. Responds in 3 months to queries. Book catalog and ms guidelines free.
NONFICTION Subjects include Americana, history. Use online form. Reviews artwork/photos.
543 Trinidad Ln., Foster City CA 94404. Fax: (888)407-5286. E-mail: submissions@goosebottombooks.com. Website: goosebottombooks.com. Contact: Shirin Bridges. Estab. 2010. 1,000 submissions received/year. 50% of books from first-time authors. 100% from unagented writers. Goosebottom Books: Pays advance plus royalties; Gosling Press: Pays royalties only. Publishes ms 18 months after acceptance. Responds in 1 month. Catalog online. Guidelines available.
IMPRINTS Goosebottom Books, Gosling Press.
NONFICTION Subjects include creative nonfiction, history, multicultural, social sciences, womens studies, young adult.
FICTION Subjects include adventure, ethnic, fantasy, feminist, gay, historical, horror, humor, juvenile, literary, mainstream, multicultural, mystery, picture books, science fiction, suspense, young adult. Gosling Press is a new partnership publishing imprint for children's, middle grade and young adult fiction. Please query with first ten pages. Any fiction for adults. Gosling Press focuses on picture book to YA. Query with first 10 pages.
GOOSE LANE EDITIONS500 Beaverbrook Ct., Suite 330, Fredericton NB E3B 5X4, Canada. (506)450-4251. Fax: (506)459-4991. E-mail: submissions@gooselane.com. Website: www.gooselane.com. Contact: Angela Williams, publishing assistant. Estab. 1954. Publishes hardcover and paperback originals and occasional reprints. “Goose Lane publishes literary fiction and nonfiction from well-read and highly skilled Canadian authors.” Publishes 16-20 titles/year. 20% of books from first-time authors. 60% from unagented writers. Pays 8-10% royalty on retail price. Pays $500-3,000, negotiable advance. Responds in 6 months to queries.
NONFICTION Subjects include history, regional. Query with SASE.
FICTION Subjects include literary, short story collections, contemporary. Our needs in fiction never change: Substantial, character-centered literary fiction. No children's, YA, mainstream, mass market, genre, mystery, thriller, confessional or science fiction. Query with SAE with Canadian stamps or IRCs. No U.S. stamps.
POETRY Considers mss by Canadian poets only. Submit cover letter, list of publications, synopsis, entire ms, SASE.
TIPS “Writers should send us outlines and samples of books that show a very well-read author with highly developed literary skills. Our books are almost all by Canadians living in Canada; we seldom consider submissions from outside Canada. We consider submissions from outside Canada only when the author is Canadian and the book is of extraordinary interest to Canadian readers. We do not publish books for children or for the young adult market.”
P.O. Box 1429, Columbus NC 28722. (828)894-8444. Fax: (828)894-8454. E-mail: info@granitepublishing.us. Website: www.granite-planet.net. Publishes trade paperback originals and reprints. “Granite Publishing strives to preserve the Earth by publishing books that develop new wisdom about our emerging planetary citizenship, bringing information from the outerworlds to our world. Currently emphasizing indigenous ideas, planetary healing. Granite Publishing accepts only a few very fine mss in our niches each year, and those that are accepted must follow our rigid guidelines online. Our Little Granite Books imprint publishes only our own writings for children.” Publishes 4 titles/year. 50 queries; 150 mss received/year. 70% of books from first-time authors. 90% from unagented writers. Pays 7-10% royalty. Publishes ms 16 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 6 months to mss.
NONFICTION Subjects include New Age, planetary paradigm shift. Submit proposal. Reviews artwork/photos. Send photocopies.
GRAYWOLF PRESS250 Third Ave. N.,, Suite 600, Minneapolis MN 55401. (651)641-0077. Fax: (651)641-0036. Website: www.graywolfpress.org. Estab. 1974. Publishes trade cloth and paperback originals. “Graywolf Press is an independent, nonprofit publisher dedicated to the creation and promotion of thoughtful and imaginative contemporary literature essential to a vital and diverse culture.” Publishes 30 titles/year. Pays royalty on retail price. Pays $1,000-25,000 advance. Publishes 18 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 3 months to queries. Book catalog free. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include contemporary culture, culture. Agented submissions only.
FICTION Subjects include short story collections, literary novels. “Familiarize yourself with our list first.” No genre books (romance, western, science fiction, suspense) Agented submissions only.
POETRY “We are interested in linguistically challenging work.” Agented submissions only.
1650 N. Kolb Rd., #200, Tucson AZ 85715. (520)777-6161. Fax: (520)777-6217. Website: www.greatpotentialpress.com. President: James T. Webb, Ph.D. Estab. 1986. Publishes trade paperback originals. Specializes in nonfiction books that address academic, social and emotional issues of gifted and talented children and adults. Publishes 6-10 titles/year. 75 queries; 20-30 mss received/year. 50% of books from first-time authors. 100% from unagented writers. Pays 10% royalty on retail price. Publishes book 1 year after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2 months to queries; 3 months to proposals; 4 months to mss. Book catalog free or on website. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include child guidance, education, multicultural, psychology, translation, travel, gifted/talented children and adults, misdiagnosis of gifted, parenting gifted, teaching gifted, meeting the social and emotional needs of gifted and talented, and strategies for working with gifted children and adults. Use online submission form.
TIPS “Mss should be clear, cogent, and well-written and should pertain to gifted, talented, and creative persons and/or issues.”
27500 Drake Rd., Farmington Hills MI 48331. (800)877-4523. Website: www.gale.com/greenhaven. Estab. 1970. Publishes 220 young adult academic reference titles/year. 50% of books by first-time authors. Greenhaven continues to print quality nonfiction anthologies for libraries and classrooms. “Our well-known Opposing Viewpoints series is highly respected by students and librarians in need of material on controversial social issues.” Greenhaven accepts no unsolicited mss. Send query, resume, and list of published works by e-mail. Work purchased outright from authors; write-for-hire, flat fee. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
NONFICTION Young adults (high school): controversial issues, social issues, history, literature, science, environment, health.
GREENWILLOW BOOKSHarperCollins Publishers, 10 E. 53rd St., New York NY 10022. (212)207-7000. Website: www.greenwillowblog.com. Estab. 1974. Publishes hardcover originals, paperbacks, e-books, and reprints. Does not accept unsolicited mss. “Unsolicited mail will not be opened and will not be returned.” Publishes 40-50 titles/year. Pays 10% royalty on wholesale price for first-time authors. Offers variable advance. Publishes ms 2 years after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
FICTION Subjects include fantasy, humor, literary, mystery, picture books. Agented submissions only.
565 S. Mason Rd., Suite 154, Katy TX 77450. Phone/Fax: (866)535-6078. E-mail: info@greygeckopress.com. E-mail: submissions@greygeckopress.com. Website: www.greygeckopress.com. Contact: Submissions Coordinator. Estab. 2011. Publishes hardcover, trade paperback, audiobook, and electronic originals. Grey Gecko focuses on new and emerging authors and great books that might not otherwise get a chance to see the light of day. “We publish all our titles in hardcover, trade paperback, and e-book formats (both Kindle and ePub), as well as audiobook and foreign-language editions. Our books are available worldwide, for readers of all types, kinds, and interests.” Publishes 5-15 titles/year. 200+ queries received/year; 30-40 mss received/year. 55% of books from first-time authors. 100% from unagented writers. Pays 50-75% royalties on net revenue. Does not pay advance. Publishes ms 12-18 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 6-12 months. Catalog online. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include architecture, art, contemporary culture, cooking, creative nonfiction, environment, foods, history, marine subjects, military, nature, photography, travel, war. All nonfiction submissions are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. “We focus mainly on fiction, but we'll take a look at nonfiction works.” Use online submission page. Reviews artwork. Send photocopies or link to photo website.
FICTION Subjects include adventure, contemporary, ethnic, fantasy, feminist, gay, historical, horror, humor, juvenile, lesbian, literary, mainstream, military, multicultural, mystery, occult, regional, romance, science fiction, short story collections, sports, suspense, war, western, young adult. “We do not publish extreme horror, erotica, or religious fiction. New and interesting stories by unpublished authors will always get our attention. Innovation is a core value of our company.” Extreme horror (e.g. Saw or Hostel), religious, or erotica. Use online submission page.
TIPS “Be willing to be a part of the Grey Gecko family. Publishing with us is a partnership, not indentured servitude. Authors are expected and encouraged to be proactive and contribute to their book's success.”
GROSSET & DUNLAP PUBLISHERSPenguin Random House, 345 Hudson St., New York NY 10014. Website: www.penguin.com. Contact: Francesco Sedita, president/publisher. Estab. 1898. Publishes hardcover (few) and mass market paperback originals. Grosset & Dunlap publishes children's books that show children that reading is fun, with books that speak to their interests, and that are affordable so that children can build a home library of their own. Focus on licensed properties, series and readers. “Grosset & Dunlap publishes high-interest, affordable books for children ages 0-10 years. We focus on original series, licensed properties, readers and novelty books.” Publishes 140 titles/year. Pays royalty. Pays advance.
NONFICTION Subjects include science. Agented submissions only.
FICTION Subjects include juvenile. Agented submissions only.
GROUNDWOOD BOOKS128 Sterling Road, Lower Level, Attention: Submissions, Toronto Ontario M6R 2B7, Canada. (416)363-4343. Fax: (416)363-1017. E-mail: submissions@groundwoodbooks.com. Website: groundwoodbooks.com. “We are always looking for new authors of novel-length fiction for children of all ages. Our mandate is to publish high-quality, character-driven literary fiction. We do not generally publish stories with an obvious moral or message, or genre fiction such as thrillers or fantasy.” Publishes 19 picture books/year; 2 young readers/year; 3 middle readers/year; 3 young adult titles/year, approximately 2 nonfiction titles/year. Offers advances. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds to mss in 6-8 months. Visit website for guidelines: www.houseofanansi.com/Groundwoodsubmissions.aspx.
NONFICTION Recently published: The Amazing Travels of IBN Batutta, by Fatima Sharafeddine, Illustrated by Intelaq Mohammed Ali. Picture books recently published: Mr. Frank, by Irene Luxbacher; The Tweedles Go Electric, by Monica Kulling, illustrated by Marie LaFrance; Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress, by Christine Baldacchino, illustrated by Isabelle Malenfant; Why Are You Doing That?, by Elisa Amado, illustrated by Manuel Monroy; Don't, by Litsa Trochatos, illustrated by Virginia Johnson.
FICTION Recently published: Lost Girl Found, by Leah Bassoff and Laura Deluca; A Simple Case of Angels, by Carolnie Adderson; This One Summer, by Mariko Tamaki and Jillian Tamaki. Submit a cover letter, synopsis and sample chapters via e-mail. “Due to the large number of submissions we receive, Groundwood regrets that we cannot accept unsolicited manuscripts for picture books.”
1515 Cascade Ave., Loveland CO 80539. E-mail: info@group.com. Website: www.group.com. Estab. 1974. Publishes trade paperback originals. “Our mission is to equip churches to help children, youth, and adults grow in their relationship with Jesus.” Publishes 65 titles/year. 500 queries; 500 mss received/year. 40% of books from first-time authors. 95% from unagented writers. Pays up to 10% royalty on wholesale price or makes outright purchase or work for hire. Pays up to $1,000 advance. Publishes ms 18 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 1 month to queries; 6 months to proposals and mss. Book catalog for 9x12 envelope and 2 first-class stamps.
NONFICTION Subjects include education, religion. “We're an interdenominational publisher of resource materials for people who work with adults, youth or children in a Christian church setting. We also publish materials for use directly by youth or children (such as devotional books, workbooks or Bibles stories). Everything we do is based on concepts of active and interactive learning as described in Why Nobody Learns Much of Anything at Church: And How to Fix It, by Thom and Joani Schultz. We need new, practical, hands-on, innovative, out-of-the-box ideas—things that no one's doing.. yet.” Query with SASE. Submit proposal package, outline, 3 sample chapters, cover letter, introduction to book, and sample activities if appropriate.
TIPS “Our audience consists of pastors, Christian education directors, youth leaders, and Sunday school teachers.”
GROVE/ATLANTIC, INC.154 W. 14th St., 12th Floor, New York NY 10011. E-mail: info@groveatlantic.com. Website: www.groveatlantic.com. Estab. 1917. Publishes hardcover and trade paperback originals, and reprints. “Due to limited resources of time and staffing, Grove/Atlantic cannot accept manuscripts that do not come through a literary agent. In today's publishing world, agents are more important than ever, helping writers shape their work and navigate the main publishing houses to find the most appropriate outlet for a project.” Publishes 100 titles/year. 1,000+ queries; 1,000+ mss received/year. 10% of books from first-time authors. Pays 7 1⁄2-12 1⁄2% royalty. Makes outright purchase of $5-500,000. Book published 9 months after acceptance of ms. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 1 month to queries; 2 months to proposals; 4 months to mss. Book catalog available online.
IMPRINTS Black Cat, Atlantic Monthly Press, Grove Press.
NONFICTION Subjects include creative nonfiction, education, memoirs, philosophy, psychology, science, social sciences, sports, translation. Agented submissions only.
FICTION Subjects include erotica, horror, literary, science fiction, short story collections, suspense, western. Agented submissions only.
POETRY Agented submissions only.
P.O. Box 10, 6848 Leon's Way, Lewisville NC 27023. (800)638-0928. E-mail: info@ghbooks.com. Website: www.gryphonhouse.com. Estab. 1981. Publishes trade paperback originals. “At Gryphon House, our goal is to publish books that help teachers and parents enrich the lives of children from birth through age 8. We strive to make our books useful for teachers at all levels of experience, as well as for parents, caregivers, and anyone interested in working with children.” Query. Submit outline/synopsis and 2 sample chapters. Responds to queries/mss in 6 months. Publishes a book 18 months after acceptance. Will consider simultaneous submissions, e-mail submissions. Book catalog and ms guidelines available via website or with SASE. Publishes 12-15 titles/year. Pays royalty on wholesale price. Responds in 3-6 months to queries. Guidelines available online.
NONFICTION Subjects include child guidance, education. Currently emphasizing social-emotional intelligence and classroom management; de-emphasizing literacy after-school activities. “We prefer to receive a letter of inquiry and/or a proposal, rather than the entire manuscript. Please include: the proposed title, the purpose of the book, table of contents, introductory material, 20-40 sample pages of the actual book. In addition, please describe the book, including the intended audience, why teachers will want to buy it, how it is different from other similar books already published, and what qualifications you possess that make you the appropriate person to write the book. If you have a writing sample that demonstrates that you write clear, compelling prose, please include it with your letter.”
TIPS “We are looking for books of creative, participatory learning experiences that have a common conceptual theme to tie them together. The books should be on subjects that parents or teachers want to do on a daily basis.”
GUERNICA EDITIONS1569 Heritage Way, Oakville Ontario L6M 2Z7, Canada. (905)599-5304. Fax: (416)981-7606. E-mail: michaelmirolla@guernicaeditions.com. Website: www.guernicaeditions.com. Contact: Michael Mirolla, editor/publisher (poetry, nonfiction, short stories, novels). Estab. 1978. Publishes trade paperback originals and reprints. Guernica Editions is a literary press that produces works of poetry, fiction and nonfiction often by writers who are ignored by the mainstream. Publishes 25-30 titles/year. Several hundred mss received/year. 20% of books from first-time authors. 99% from unagented writers. Pays 8-10% royalty on retail price, or makes outright purchase of $200-5,000. Pays $450-750 advance. Publishes 24-36 months after acceptance. Responds in 1 month to queries. Responds in 6 months to proposals. Responds in 1 year to manuscripts. Book catalog available online. Queries and submissions accepted via e-mail.
IMPRINTS MiroLand
NONFICTION Subjects include creative nonfiction, ethnic, history, literary criticism, literature, memoirs, multicultural, philosophy, politics, pop culture, psychology, regional, social sciences, translation. Query by e-mail only. Reviews artwork/photos. Send photocopies.
FICTION Subjects include comic books, contemporary, ethnic, experimental, feminist, gay, lesbian, literary, multicultural, plays, poetry, poetry in translation, short story collections, translation. “We wish to open up into the fiction world and focus less on poetry. We specialize in European, especially Italian, translations.” E-mail queries only.
POETRY Feminist, gay/lesbian, literary, multicultural, poetry in translation. We wish to have writers in translation. Any writer who has translated Italian poetry is welcomed. Full books only. No single poems by different authors, unless modern, and used as an anthology. Query.
P.O. Box 2608, Houston TX 77252. (713)529-4301. Fax: (713)520-4433. Website: www.gulfpub.com. Estab. 1916. Publishes hardcover originals and reprints; electronic originals and reprints. “Gulf Publishing Company is the leading publisher to the oil and gas industry. Our specialized publications reach over 100,000 people involved in energy industries worldwide. Our magazines and catalogs help readers keep current with information important to their field and allow advertisers to reach their customers in all segments of petroleum operations. More than half our editorial staff have engineering degrees. The others are thoroughly trained and experienced business journalists and editors.” Publishes 12-15 titles/year. 3-5 queries and mss received in a year. 30% of books from first-time authors. 80% from unagented writers. Royalties on retail price. Pays $1,000-$1,500 advance. Publishes ms 8-9 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2 months to queries; 1 month to proposals and mss. Catalog free on request. Guidelines available by e-mail.
NONFICTION Subjects include Engineering. “We don't publish a lot in the year, therefore we are able to focus more on marketing and sales—we are hoping to grow in the future.” Submit outline, 1-2 sample chapters, completed ms. Reviews artwork. Send high res file formats with high dpi in b&w.
TIPS “Our audience would be engineers, engineering students, academia, professors, well managers, construction engineers. We recommend getting contributors to help with the writing process—this provides a more comprehensive overview for technical and scientific books. Work harder on artwork. It's expensive and time-consuming for a publisher to redraw a lot of the figures.”
527 Empire Blvd., Brooklyn NY 11225. (718)633-0100. Fax: (718)633-0103. Website: www.hachai.com. Contact: Devorah Leah Rosenfeld, editor. Estab. 1988. Publishes hardcover originals. Hachai is dedicated to producing high quality Jewish children's literature, ages 2-10. Story should promote universal values such as sharing, kindness, etc. Publishes 5 titles/year. 75% of books from first-time authors. Work purchased outright from authors for $800-1,000. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2 months to mss. Guidelines online.
“All books have spiritual/religious themes, specifically traditional Jewish content. We're seeking books about morals and values; the Jewish experience in current and Biblical times; and Jewish observance, Sabbath and holidays.”
NONFICTION Subjects include ethnic, religion. Submit complete ms. Reviews artwork/photos. Send photocopies.
FICTION Subjects include juvenile. Picture books and young readers: contemporary, historical fiction, religion. Middle readers: adventure, contemporary, problem novels, religion. Does not want to see fantasy, animal stories, romance, problem novels depicting drug use or violence. Submit complete ms.
TIPS “We are looking for books that convey the traditional Jewish experience in modern times or long ago; traditional Jewish observance such as Sabbath and holidays and mitzvos such as mezuzah, blessings etc.; positive character traits (middos) such as honesty, charity, respect, sharing, etc. We are also interested in historical fiction for young readers (7-10) written with a traditional Jewish perspective and highlighting the relevance of Torah in making important choices. Please, no animal stories, romance, violence, preachy sermonizing. Write a story that incorporates a moral, not a preachy morality tale. Originality is the key. We feel Hachai publications will appeal to a wider readership as parents become more interested in positive values for their children.”
P.O. Box 25466, Overland Park KS 66225. E-mail: contact@hadleyrillebooks.com. E-mail: subs@hadleyrillebooks.com. Website: https://hadleyrillebks.wordpress.com. Contact: Eric T. Reynolds, editor/publisher. Estab. 2005. Currently closed to submissions. Check website for future reading periods. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
FICTION Subjects include fantasy, science fiction, short story collections.
TIPS “We aim to produce books that are aligned with current interest in the genres. Anthology markets are somewhat rare in SF these days, we feel there aren't enough good anthologies being published each year and part of our goal is to present the best that we can. We like stories that fit well within the guidelines of the particular anthology for which we are soliciting manuscripts. Aside from that, we want stories with strong characters (not necessarily characters with strong personalities, flawed characters are welcome). We want a sense of wonder and awe. We want to feel the world around the character and so scene description is important (however, this doesn't always require a lot of text, just set the scene well so we don't wonder where the character is). We strongly recommend workshopping the story or having it critiqued in some way by readers familiar with the genre. We prefer clichés be kept to a bare minimum in the prose and avoid re-working old story lines.”
665 Third St., Suite 400, San Francisco CA 94107. E-mail: submissions@rwwbooks.com. Website: www.redwheelweiser.com. Estab. 1989. Publishes and distributes hardcover and trade paperback originals on subjects including metaphysics, health, complementary medicine, visionary fiction, and other related topics. “Our reason for being is to impact, uplift, and contribute to positive change in the world. We publish books that will enrich and empower the evolving consciousness of mankind. Though we are not necessarily limited in scope, we are most interested in manuscripts on the following subjects: Body/Mind/Spirit, Health and Healing, Self-Help. Please be advised that at the moment we are not accepting: Fiction or Novelized material that does not pertain to body/mind/spirit, Channeled writing.” “ Publishes 35-40 titles/year. 1,000 queries; 1,500 mss received/year. 50% of books from first-time authors. 70% from unagented writers. Pays royalty. Pays $1,000-50,000 advance. Publishes ms 1 year after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2-4 months to queries; 1 month to proposals; 6-12 months to mss. Guidelines online.
“Please know that we only publish a handful of books every year, and that we pass on many well written, important works, simply because we cannot publish them all. We review each and every proposal very carefully. However, due to the volume of inquiries, we cannot respond to them all individually. Please give us 30 days to review your proposal. If you do not hear back from us within that time, this means we have decided to pursue other book ideas that we feel fit better within our plan.”
NONFICTION Subjects include New Age, spirituality. Query with SASE. Submit synopsis, SASE. No longer accepting electronic submissions. Reviews artwork/photos. Send photocopies.
FICTION Subjects include literary, spiritual, visionary fiction, past-life fiction based on actual memories. Fiction should have 1 or more of the following themes: spiritual, inspirational, metaphysical, i.e., past-life recall, out-of-body experiences, near-death experience, paranormal. Query with SASE. Submit outline, 2 sample chapters, clips. Submit complete ms.
1431 Harrison Ave., Blaine WA 98230. (604)538-1114. Fax: (604)538-2262. E-mail: submissions@hancockhouse.com. Website: www.hancockhouse.com. Estab. 1971. Publishes hardcover, trade paperback, and e-book originals and reprints. “Hancock House Publishers is the largest North American publisher of wildlife and Native Indian titles. We also cover Pacific Northwest, fishing, history, Canadiana, biographies. We are seeking agriculture, natural history, and popular science titles with a regional (Pacific Northwest), national, or international focus. Currently emphasizing nonfiction wildlife, cryptozoology, guide books, native history, biography, fishing.” Publishes 12-20 titles/year. 50% of books from first-time authors. 90% from unagented writers. Pays 10% royalty. Publishes book 1 year after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds to proposals in 3-6 months. Book catalog available free. Guidelines online.
NONFICTION Subjects include agriculture, animals, ethnic, history, horticulture, regional. Centered around Pacific Northwest, local history, nature guide books, international ornithology, and Native Americans. Query via e-mail, including outline with word count, a short author bio, table of contents, 3 sample chapters. Accepts double-spaced word .docs or PDFs. Reviews artwork/photos. Send photocopies.
6915 Valley Ave., Cincinnati OH 45244. (800)950-8977. Fax: (513)527-8801. E-mail: info@hanserpublications.com. Website: www.hanserpublications.com. Contact: Development Editor. Estab. 1993. Publishes hardcover and paperback originals, and digital educational and training programs. “Hanser Publications publishes books and electronic media for the manufacturing (both metalworking and plastics) industries. Publications range from basic training materials to advanced reference books.” Publishes 10-15 titles/year. 100 queries received/year. 10-20 mss received/year. 50% of books from first-time authors. 100% from unagented writers. Publishes ms 10 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 2 weeks to queries; 1 month to proposals/mss. Book catalog available free. Guidelines available online.
"Hanser Publications is currently seeking technical experts with strong writing skills to author training and reference books and related products focused on various aspects of the manufacturing industry. Our goal is to provide manufacturing professionals with insightful, easy-to-reference information, and to educate and prepare students for technical careers through accessible, concise training manuals. Do your publishing ideas match this goal? If so, we'd like to hear from you. Submit your detailed product proposals, resume of credentials, and a brief writing sample to: Development Editor, Prospective Authors.”
NONFICTION “We publish how-to texts, references, technical books, and computer-based learning materials for the manufacturing industries. Titles include award-winning management books, encyclopedic references, and leading references.” Submit outline, sample chapters, resume, preface, and comparison to competing or similar titles.
TIPS “E-mail submissions speed up response time.”
HARCOURT, INC., TRADE DIVISIONImprint of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Book Group, 215 Park Ave. S., New York NY 10003. Website: www.harcourtbooks.com. Publishes hardcover and trade paperback originals and trade paperback reprints. Publishes 120 titles/year. 5% of books from first-time authors. 5% from unagented writers. Pays 6-15% royalty on retail price. Pays $2,000 minimum advance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Book catalog for 9×12 envelope and first-class stamps. Guidelines available online.
NONFICTION No unsolicited mss. Agented submissions only.
FICTION Agented submissions only.
4308 201st Ave. NE, Sammamish WA 98074-6120. E-mail: info@harkenmedia.com. E-mail: hmeditors@gmail.com. Website: www.harkenmedia.com. Contact: Robert Sappington, editor-in-chief; Sheila Sappington, editor. Publishes hardcover originals, trade paperback originals, and electronic originals. Harken Media publishes original, unpublished novels possessing unique insights on compelling themes for young adult, new adult, or adult audiences. Compelling themes explore our humanity and in the process expand awareness and understand. Publishes 1-5 titles/year. Receives 1,000 queries and 50 mss from writers/year. 100% of books from first-time authors. 100% from unagented writers. Authors are paid 15-50% royalty on net wholesale price. Does not pay advance. Publishes in 6-12 months after acceptance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Responds in 1 month to queries and proposals, 1-3 months to mss. Catalog online. Guidelines online.
FICTION Subjects include adventure, contemporary, fantasy, gothic, historical, humor, literary, mainstream, multicultural, multimedia, mystery, science fiction, suspense, young adult. “Our notion of entertainment encompasses a broad range of emotional responses from readers. We're as likely to publish a story that makes us cry as laugh. Manipulate our emotions; we like that. A novel's emotional impact is as important as its message. Thus, a successful story for Harken Media both entertains and enlightens.” Submit a proposal package following the guidelines on our submissions page, including a synopsis and a detailed description of theme(s) and unique insight(s). “We will not consider physical submissions.”
225 Duncan Mill Rd., Don Mills ON M3B 3K9, Canada. E-mail: submisssions@harlequin.com. Website: www.harlequin.com. Contact: Kathleen Scheibling, senior editor. “Upbeat and lively, fast paced and well plotted, American Romance celebrates the pursuit of love in the backyards, big cities and wide-open spaces of America.” Publishes paperback originals and reprints. Books: newspaper print paper; web printing; perfect bound. Length: 55,000 words. “American Romance features heartwarming romances with strong family elements. These are stories about the pursuit of love, marriage and family in America today.” Pays royalty. Offers advance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Guidelines online.
FICTION Subjects include romance. Needs “all-American stories with a range of emotional and sensual content that are supported by a sense of community within the plot's framework. In the confident and caring heroine, the tough but tender hero, and their dynamic relationship that is at the center of this series, real-life love is showcased as the best fantasy of all!" Submit online.
HARLEQUIN BLAZE225 Duncan Mill Rd., Don Mills ON M3B 3K9, Canada. (416)445-5860. Website: www.harlequin.com. Contact: Kathleen Scheibling, senior editor. Publishes paperback originals. “Harlequin Blaze is a red-hot series. It is a vehicle to build and promote new authors who have a strong sexual edge to their stories. It is also the place to be for seasoned authors who want to create a sexy, sizzling, longer contemporary story.” Accepts simultaneous submissions. Guidelines online.
FICTION Subjects include romance. “Sensuous, highly romantic, innovative plots that are sexy in premise and execution. The tone of the books can run from fun and flirtatious to dark and sensual. Submissions should have a very contemporary feel—what it's like to be young and single today. We are looking for heroes and heroines in their early 20s and up. There should be a a strong emphasis on the physical relationship between the couples. Fully described love scenes along with a high level of fantasy and playfulness.” Length: 55,000-60,000 words.
TIPS “Are you a Cosmo girl at heart? A fan of Sex and the City? Or maybe you have a sexually adventurous spirit. If so, then Blaze is the series for you!"
233 Broadway, Suite 1001, New York NY 10279. (212)553-4200. Website: www.harlequin.com. Contact: Stacy Boyd, senior editor. Publishes paperback originals and reprints. Always powerful, passionate, and provocative. “Desire novels are sensual reads and a love scene or scenes are still needed. But there is no set number of pages that needs to be fulfilled. Rather, the level of sensuality must be appropriate to the storyline. Above all, every Silhouette Desire novel must fulfill the promise of a powerful, passionate and provocative read.” Pays royalty. Offers advance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Guidelines online.
FICTION Subjects include romance. Looking for novels in which “the conflict is an emotional one, springing naturally from the unique characters you've chosen. The focus is on the developing relationship, set in a believable plot. Sensuality is key, but lovemaking is never taken lightly. Secondary characters and subplots need to blend with the core story. Innovative new directions in storytelling and fresh approaches to classic romantic plots are welcome.” Manuscripts must be 50,000-55,000 words.
HARLEQUIN HQNImprint of Harlequin, 225 Duncan Mill Rd., Don Mills ON M3B 3K9, Canada. Website: harlequin.com. Contact: Margo Lipschultz, senior editor. Publishes hardcover, trade paperback, and mass market paperback originals. “HQN publishes romance in all subgenres—historical, contemporary, romantic suspense, paranormal—as long as the story's central focus is romance. Prospective authors can familiarize themselves with the wide range of books we publish by reading work by some of our current authors. The imprint is looking for a wide range of authors from known romance stars to first-time authors. At the moment, we are accepting only agented submissions—unagented authors may send a query letter to determine if their project suits our needs. Please send your projects to our New York Editorial Office.” Pays royalty. Pays advance. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
FICTION Subjects include romance. Accepts unagented material. Length: 90,000 words.
HARLEQUIN INTRIGUE225 Duncan Mill Rd., Don Mills ON M3B 3K9, Canada. Website: www.harlequin.com. Contact: Denise Zaza, senior editor. Wants crime stories tailored to the series romance market packed with a variety of thrilling suspense and whodunit mystery. Word count: 55,000-60,000. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Guidelines online.
FICTION Subjects include mystery, romance, suspense. Submit online.
HARLEQUIN SUPERROMANCE225 Duncan Mill Rd., Don Mills ON M3B 3K9, Canada. Website: www.harlequin.com. Contact: Victoria Curran, senior editor. Publishes paperback originals. “The Harlequin Superromance line focuses on believable characters triumphing over true-to-life drama and conflict. At the heart of these contemporary stories should be a compelling romance that brings the reader along with the hero and heroine on their journey of overcoming the obstacles in their way and falling in love. Because of the longer length relevant subplots and secondary characters are welcome but not required. This series publishes a variety of story types—family sagas, romantic suspense, Westerns, to name a few—and tones from light to dramatic, emotional to suspenseful. Settings also vary from vibrant urban neighborhoods to charming small towns. The unifying element of Harlequin Superromance stories is the realistic treatment of character and plot. The characters should seem familiar to readers—similar to people they know in their own lives—and the circumstances within the realm of possibility. The stories should be layered and complex in that the conflicts should not be easily resolved. The best way to get an idea of we're looking for is to read what we're currently publishing. The aim of Superromance novels is to produce a contemporary, involving read with a mainstream tone in its situations and characters, using romance as the major theme. To achieve this, emphasis should be placed on individual writing styles and unique and topical ideas.” Pays royalties. Pays advance. Accepts simultaneous submissions. Guidelines online.
FICTION Subjects include romance. “The criteria for Superromance books are flexible. Aside from length (80,000 words), the determining factor for publication will always be quality. Authors should strive to break free of stereotypes, clichés and worn-out plot devices to create strong, believable stories with depth and emotional intensity. Superromance novels are intended to appeal to a wide range of romance readers.” Submit online.
TIPS “A general familiarity with current Superromance books is advisable to keep abreast of ever-changing trends and overall scope, but we don't want imitations. We look for sincere, heartfelt writing based on true-to-life experiences the reader can identify with. We are interested in innovation.”
HARLEQUIN TEENHarlequin, 195 Broadway, 24th Floor, New York NY 10007. Website: www.harlequin.com. Contact: Natashya Wilson, executive editor. Harlequin Teen is a single-title program dedicated to building authors and publishing unique, memorable young-adult fiction. Accepts simultaneous submissions.
FICTION Harlequin Teen looks for fresh, authentic fiction featuring extraordinary characters and extraordinary stories set in contemporary, paranormal, fantasy, science-fiction, and historical worlds. Wants commercial, high-concept stories that capture the teen experience and will speak to readers with power and authenticity. All subgenres are welcome, so long as the book delivers a relevant reading experience that will resonate long after the book's covers are closed. Expects that most stories will include a compelling romantic element. Agented submissions only.