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Books for Adult Readers
Baen Books
Baen Books is a science fiction and fantasy publisher. It accepts unsolicited manuscripts for all books and prefers electronic submissions through its manuscript-submission form. Baen is very accepting of new authors and has a large e-publishing department.
Beacon Publishing Group
Beacon Publishing Group accept all genres of Fiction and Nonfiction.
Chicago Review Press
Fiction, Nonfiction, Memoirs
D. X. Varos, Ltd.
We publish genre-fiction in the categories of science fiction, fantasy, mystery, and historical fiction. We also accept young adult submissions if they fit into these categories.
DAW Books
DAW Books is the science fiction and fantasy imprint of Penguin Books. It accepts unsolicited manuscripts and prefers them in paper form. It will respond in about three months and will not consider simultaneous submissions.
Dream Big Publishing
Dream Big Publishing is looking for fiction works. Full length novels – 20,000 words and up, 120,000 + words, if applicable for the work, may be split into separate novels. Short stories are acceptable. No non-fiction.
– Romance
– Historical
– Dystopian
– Erotica
– Paranormal
– Zombie
– Fantasy
Harlequin Romance
Inkitt
Inkitt creates a free copy of authors’ books that people can read using their app. If readers like the book, then Inkitt offers the author a publishing contract. Authors then receive 25% of the book’s sales.
Joffe Books
- Thrillers, Mysteries, Detective, Romance, Horror, Suspense, and Literary Fiction are favorite genres
- Great books which say something interesting about the world as you see it
- We prefer full-length novels
Kellan Publishing
Kellan does not charge authors, and provides limited cover design, editing and marketing advice services.
Kensington Publishing Corporation
Zebra: Kensington’s flagship imprint publishes nationally bestselling women’s fiction, romantic suspense and bestselling historical, paranormal and contemporary romances.
Brava: Publishes popular contemporary romances.
Pinnacle: Publishes bestselling thrillers, westerns, horror and true crime titles. Among Pinnacle’s western bestselling authors is William W. Johnstone, the country’s most popular western writer.
Citadel: Citadel is Kensington’s non-fiction imprint. Citadel publishes acclaimed memoirs and books about popular culture, past and present.
Aphrodisia: Launched in January 2006, Aphrodisia publishes an extremely diverse and popular line of erotic romances, ranging from historical, to paranormal, contemporary, ménage, bdsm, and more. Quality writing, a fascinating variety of sexual relationships, and a willingness to push the boundaries of explicit content far beyond those of traditional romance is what Aphrodisia offers the adventuresome reader.
Dafina: Launched in the fall of 2000, Dafina is the leading publisher of commercial fiction written by and about people of African descent. The word Dafina, which is Swahili for an unexpected gift or treasure, reflects the imprint’s mission: to share the gift of storytelling. Dafina Books has established itself as a publishing home for dynamic stories for adults in genres as diverse as women’s fiction, street lit, romance, and inspirational fiction. In 2006 Dafina expanded its program to include books for teens. Dafina Books publishes over eighty books a year in hardcover, trade paperback, mass market and eBook.
KTeen Kensington: Launched in the spring of 2011, Kensington Kteen focuses on publishing a wide variety of exciting, commercial teen fiction with positive messages, cutting-edge stores and all the drama, humor, and fantasy teens love.
KTeen Dafina: Under the imprint Dafina Kteen we publish romance, mystery, paranormal, and street lit for teen readers.
eKensington: Launched in the summer of 2012, eKensington is a digital imprint that publishes in many genres, including: women’s fiction, romance, urban fantasy, thrillers and mystery among others. eKensington offers a new platform for Kensington’s established authors and a fresh way to launch authors and introduce readers to burgeoning new talents in all their favorite genres.
Rebel Base Books: Not for dudes only! But guys really seem to dig these manly books, which gleefully push the limits of taste, humor, and snarkiness.
Lyle Stuart Books: Learn how to win at poker, blackjack, and more with advice from the pros, including Gus Hansen, John Vorhaus, and Lou Krieger.
Holloway House: Holloway House publishes legendary street lit fiction that has set the standard for the genre.
They feature material that is both edgy and provocative in any era.
Lyrical Press: Founded in 2007 by Renee Rocco, Lyrical Press offers readers a rich catalog of titles ranging from tender contemporary romances and edgy erotic paranormals to suspenseful thrillers and shocking science fiction. Authors can expect a personalized publishing experience from Lyrical Press, where the relationship between the author and publisher is understood to be symbiotic. When the authors succeed, the house succeeds.
Koehler Books
Imprints: Battle Flag, Beach Murder Mysteries, Cafe con Leche (Coffee with Milk), High Tide. They offer a booklet about all aspects of publishing, including self-publishing and offering paid services: http://www.koehlerbooks.com/author-center/author-101/publishing-guide/
NCM Publishing
NCM Publishing publishes all genres of fiction, non-fiction, self-help and young adult fiction.
Regal Crest Non-Fiction
Topics of interest to both alternative (GLBTQ) readers as well as mainstream readers including, but not limited to humor, popular culture, current events and politics, psychology, erotica, education, health, sports, travel, pets, biography and memoir, social issues, and history. We are also interested in anthologies and How-To books (such as writing instruction), and depending upon the approach, we may also be interested in topics in the fields of business, sociology, and religion.
Science Fiction and Fantasy Publications
Sky Horse Publishing Non-Fiction
Poets and Writers Small Presses Database for Poets and Writers
Search for small publishers who publish poetry or collections of poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction (memoir), etc. You can filter the genres and it will show you your choices.
Books for Adults and Children
Arthur A. Levine Books
August Books
Adult books about storytelling and collections of folktales.
Children’s books – Original folktales
Chronicle Books
Chronicle Books were not recommended by Preditors and Editors. I think it wise to research the internet for complaints and decide for yourself before placing judgment.
City Limits Publishing
City Limits Publishing is a full service traditional publisher based in Tennessee. We do not charge authors for our publishing services, and we handle everything from editing and proofing, to design and marketing with zero cost to our authors.
We accept unsolicited submissions all year round. For novels, we welcome the first 3-5 chapters. For theatrical submissions, please submit the first act. For Children’s Picture Books, please submit the entirety of the written work and a sample of the illustrations. At this time, we are not accepting unillustrated work, or pieces that do not have an illustrator attached.
Free Spirit Publishing (Children, Teens, Parents, Educators, Counselors)
Free Spirit Publishing publishes high-quality nonfiction books and learning materials for children, teens, parents, educators, counselors, and others who live and work with young people.
MuseItUp Publishing
Romance – everything from: romantic comedy, contemporary romance, fantasy romance, historical romance, paranormal romance, romantic suspense, western romance, sweet romance, sci-fi romance, time travel romance
Paranormal – Fantasy – we love vampires, ghosts, witches, werewolves and shape shifters…and dragons
Mystery – Suspense -Thriller – captivate us with the pacing of your novel. Hint: we love cozy mysteries
Young Adult – we’re big fans of the Potter & Twilight series but seeking a unique voice for this target group
MuseItYoung – this division is for our tween crossover chapter books for 10 – 14 year olds – NO PICTURE BOOKS
Horror & Dark Fiction – scare the living daylights out of us with your settings, dialogue, and characters – not with blood and gore and missing human parts. Use the power of your writer’s voice to draw images that will leave readers sitting at the edge of their seats.
Science Fiction – do you have a fantasy/romance/paranormal/etc. set in another planet? Fleshed out your otherly world? Then give us a shout.
Peachtree
For children’s picture books, send full manuscript.
For all others, send either full manuscript OR table of contents plus three sample chapters.
Peachtree does not accept query letters where no manuscript is included.
Peachtree currently publishes the following categories:
Children’s fiction and nonfiction picture books, chapter books, middle readers, young adult books
Education, parenting, self-help, and health books of interest to the general trade
PublishingHau[5] (pronounced “publishing house”)
Publishing startup focused on publishing non-fiction Kindle books and providing web-searchable versions to Google to make their content more findable by readers.
Sky Azure Publishing (Teen, Young Adult, Adult)
A small independent publisher based in Cornwall in the United Kingdom. We are a traditional royalty-paying publisher, accepting electronic submissions now from authors, irrespective of previous publication history or genre. They are not accepting non-fiction (Feb.2016).
Sterling Publishing
TCK Publishing
TCK is a small press, publishing books in most major fiction and nonfiction genres. You can see their submission guidelines here.
Woodbine House
Mostly publishes books for parents of special needs, but said they would look at submissions for children’s books, too.
Book for Children
Albert Whitman & Company
Picture book manuscripts for ages 2-8.
Novels and chapter books for ages 8-12.
Young adult novels.
Nonfiction for ages 3-12 and YA.
Art samples showing pictures of children.
Charlesbridge
Charlesbridge offers free activities and downloadable items.
Curious Fox
Curious Fox does not publish picture books
Dawn Publications
Dawn publishes “nature awareness” titles for adults and children. Our picture books are intended to encourage an appreciation for nature and a respectful participation in it. We are seeking to inspire children as well as educate them. An inspired child is a motivated.
Dial Books For Young Readers
Flashlight Press
Flashlight accepts only picture books.
Guardian Angel Publishing
Kane Miller EDC Publishing
Just Us Books and Marimba Books (Multi-Cultural Children’s books)
Click on Contacts and scroll down for submission guidelines.
Lee & Low Books (Children of Color)
Lee & Low Books publishes books for children and young adults with a multicultural theme. All manuscripts must be aimed at children of color, with an authentic voice. They accept submissions from new authors through regular mail. They accept no email submissions.
Little Pickle Press Middle Grade and Young Adult
Mighty Media
Onstage Publishing chapter books, middle grade novels and young adult novels
Saguaro Books, LLC (Middle and Young Adult)
Saguaro Books, LLC is a publisher of middle grade and young adult fiction by first-time authors. They also accept unsolicited manuscripts.
Sky Pony Press
Tall Tails Publishing House
Small independent children’s press, Krystal Russell, Phone: 918-770-9923,