Conquest books, dove books, and conquest publishers are imprints of kingdom christian enterprises. Bringing awardwinning stories to life, our children s imprint creates beautifully illustrated picture, board, early reader, chapter, and young adult books. Childrens publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts lou. They focus on publishing original, beautifully illustrated childrens books. Beacon publishing group accept all genres of fiction and. Paraclete press is currently accepting unsolicited manuscripts and focuses on book acquisitions in prayer and faith formation, monastic spirituality, spirituality, grief resources, christian classics, and children s books. They very rarely accept unsolicited manuscripts and you will probably. Mar 23, 2019 baen books is a science fiction and fantasy publisher. With our enthusiastic team of qualified editors, typesetters, illustrators, cover designers and publicity experts, we have the tools and skills to transform your rough draft into a professionally printed hardcopy book and readerfriendly ebook. They are open to receiving unsolicited manuscripts only during certain times of the year.
If publishing a book is part of your goal for this year, then, here is a list of top ten christian publishers currently accepting unsolicited manuscripts. Childrens publishers accepting unsolicited submissions affirm press affirm press accept unsolicited submissions from authors and agents and consider literary fiction plus all genres. Top 35 childrens book publishers in 2020 rafal reyzer. Your children s book has been revised and edited, so now it s ready to be published. Crosslink publishing works primarily with authors in north america and is also a member of the christian small publishers association. Our goal on freelancewithus is to provide a service that all authors find essential, thereby creating a site that all authors will turn to. We are looking for picture driven stories for children ages 28. How do i begin the path to becoming a published author. Here is a short list of christian publishers and a link to their websites and submission guidelines when available.
May 17, 2014 page street publishers, located in salem, mass, is one of the fastest growing publishers in the us. If you are an author seeking a christian publisher for your manuscript, the. Max pixel there are dozens of children s book publishers that do not require an agent, which means children s book authors generally find it easier to break into publishing. Even if the publisher has declared it out of stock there will still be copies around with wholesalers and distributors for years to come, at heavily discounted prices, and bringing out the same book. Childrens publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts. Submissions can be made by agents or authors directly. This publisher accepts unsolicited manuscripts for children s books only.
They publish a variety of genres, including christian childrens books. Topics for such books include leadership, ministry, the. Many childrens book publishers will not accept story ideas in lieu of a complete and polished manuscript. Manuscript submissions how can i submit my manuscript to zondervan to be published. Publishers who accept unsolicited manuscripts writing. In this article, you will find a list of the top christian book publishers in the us. Discover classic favorites, inspirational and faithfriendly stories, popular series, and more. Christian fiction, and general interest, as well as nonfiction, and lively. Unlike most publishing companies, we do not require you to be affiliated with a literary agent. They are open to unsolicited submissions after being closed. Australian publisher accepting unsolicited manuscripts aurora house april 7, 2017 articles aurora house, getting published, unsolicited manuscripts if youve written a novel, autobiography, or childrens book, aurora house is currently accepting unsolicited manuscripts. They prefer email submissions, and ask for a short covering email with a word attachment which should be one document containing the cover letter again, short. All other unsolicited submissions including fiction, poetry, devotionals, or illustrations are not accepted by thomas nelson or zondervan publishers. Boyds mills is a publisher of children s and young adult books that accepts unsolicited.
Please note that some of these publishers accept unsolicited and unagented submissions, while others only accept submissions from literary agents. They publish books for adults but they also have a children s line. A bonus is that they accept a huge variety of nonfiction and fiction. Keep in mind that the world of childrens book publishing is intensely competitive, and there are many good writers trying to get their books published. Boyds mills is a publisher of childrens and young adult books that accepts unsolicited manuscripts. We cannot reissue books that one of the larger publishers has dropped, or a selfpublished book. Since many publishers do not accept unsolicited proposals or manuscripts. It is looking for fiction, nonfiction and artwork submissions. It accepts unsolicited manuscripts for all books and prefers electronic submissions through its manuscript submission form.
Azro press book publisher of southwestern children s stories. If our list of publishers that accept unsolicited manuscripts was useful to you, be sure to check out our other lists. List of christian publishers the christian writers corner. Unsolicited submissions from new authors must be send through regular mail only. It has more than 1,000 titles in circulation and sells to venues all over the world. Christian faith publishing leave your legacy in words. Happy new year readers i hope you enjoyed your festivities and are. Lerner books lerner publishing group is one of the nations the uss largest independently owned childrens publishers with more than 5,000 books in print. They do not publish fiction except for childrens fiction. Send us an email with your idea and well let you know if its a fit. Joffe books is a small publisher located in london. A list of 35 publishers who welcome unsolicited submissions.
Another christian publisher accepting unsolicited manuscripts is crosslink publishing, a family owned publishing house that is also a part of the crosslink family of ministries. The platform is currently accepting unsolicited manuscripts for interactive children s books, children s illustration books and board books. Ckn christian publishing is currently accepting unsolicited manuscripts in christian fiction and we want to see yours. Authors seeking publishers christian indie publishing. We do not accept children s picture books unless accompanied with illustrations and is a minimum of 30 pages in length. Nov 23, 2015 21 uk children s book publishers accepting manuscripts directly from writers. Publishers want to select the illustrators for the books they publish. Your submission should not be for a biography, memoir, poetry, bible, horror of autobiography. They prefer to have books which offer a multicultural theme to the story. Manuscript information how can i submit my manuscript to thomas nelson or zondervan to be published. Apr 07, 2017 australian publisher accepting unsolicited manuscripts aurora house april 7, 2017 articles aurora house, getting published, unsolicited manuscripts if youve written a novel, autobiography, or childrens book, aurora house is currently accepting unsolicited manuscripts, and wed love to hear from you. Olympia publishers consider submissions from a wide range of genres, both fiction and nonfiction. Certa publishing helps authors not only publish and print quality books, but also push their books into the appropriate markets, providing authors with the most current book.
They suggest you submit your work to christian manuscript submissions which is an online service of the evangelical christian publishers association ecpa. Certa publishing helps authors not only publish and print quality books, but also push their books into the appropriate markets, providing authors with the most current book marketing opportunities available. Childrens publishers accepting unsolicited submissions. Apr 07, 20 baen books is a science fiction and fantasy publisher. If you have a manuscript you believe falls into the christian genres that you would like us to consider for publication and worldwide marketing please fill out the following information, attach your manuscript and submit all. Follow each publisher s submission guidelines when submitting your query, manuscript. Authors seeking publishers christian indie publishing association. Please do not send early readers, middle grade, or ya manuscripts. These are 17 publishers who are actively seeking christian manuscripts of all stripes and genres.
Mysteries, romance, thrillers, detective, suspense. Manuscript information harpercollins christian publishing. Publishers that accept unsolicited manuscripts full list. Christian book proposals christian manuscript submissions. Ncm publishing is soliciting manuscripts in all genres of fiction, nonfiction, selfhelp and young adult fiction. Ripple grove press is a newer familyrun childrens book publisher based out of portland. We receive a large number of submissions and because of that please note the following terms and conditions apply when making a submission. They want an authentic voice that targets minority ethnic groups as that is their primary target audience. Top 10 christian publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts. We are accepting unsolicited manuscript submissions. Christian living, inspirational, spiritual growth, devotional, childrens. They have recently launched a childrens program, headed by a 20year childrens book publishing veteran. They dont usually accept childrens book manuscripts, however, i noticed that they published the book of the year winner for older readers in the childrens book council of australia awards cbca. Lerner doesnt generally accept unsolicited manuscripts.
This company does not accept unsolicited manuscripts. A visit with her grandfather has her enchanted by his western north. Jul 21, 2010 penguin random house ireland the childrens division of penguin is accepting unsolicited manuscripts in all areas of childrens fiction and nonfiction apart from picture books. Will it be thoroughly evangelical christian in its perspective. Turner publishing is accepting submissions of manuscripts andor proposals. We like to go deep and wide when it comes to genres. We are looking for something unique that has not been done before, an interesting story that captures a moment with a timeless feel.
They very rarely accept unsolicited manuscripts and you will probably need to go through a literary agent if you want to publish with them. City lights does not accept unsolicited manuscripts, but they do accept proposals. Baen is very accepting of new authors and has a large e publishing department. Penguin random house ireland the childrens division of penguin is accepting unsolicited manuscripts in all areas of childrens fiction and nonfiction apart from picture books. Email us your ideas, and if they fit with crossway s publishing ministry and acquisitions guidelines, well invite a proposal. If youre a proven authorillustrator, a public figure or someone with a massive base pitching a book in alignment with your builtin audience publishers. Wakefield press is a small, independent publisher based in adelaide.
Fortunately, a number of children s book publishers accept unsolicited manuscripts from writers, with or without an agent. They accept fulllength manuscripts in following genres. Happy new year readers i hope you enjoyed your festivities and are raring to go with your new years writing resolutions. They publish a variety of genres, including christian childrens books, christian fiction, and. Australian publisher accepting unsolicited manuscripts. Backwoods home magazine a country and selfreliance howto magazine. List of childrens publishers in uk accepting unsolicited. Ive put together a list of 35 publishers who accept unsolicited submissions. List of childrens publishers in uk accepting unsolicited manuscripts. It lists their distributor and their literary agent for other publishers interested in translating their work.
Guidelines for children s and ya manuscript submissions. Bethany house publishers is a 50yearold company that was one of the first publishers of christian fiction. Certa publishing helps authors not only publish and print quality books, but. The writers market 2020, or the christian writers market guide 2020.
If you have a manuscript you believe falls into the christian genres that you would like us to consider for publication and worldwide marketing please fill out the following information, attach your manuscript. But their submissions for childrens books remain open all year long. Baen books is a science fiction and fantasy publisher. Publishers that accept unsolicited manuscripts full list 2017. Please note that some of these publishers accept unsolicited and unagented. Christian publishers to publish my childrens books pen and. Penny candy books is a publishing company focused on childrens picture books that was founded in 2015 by two poets who met in graduate school. Baen is very accepting of new authors and has a large epublishing department. It accepts unsolicited manuscripts for all books and prefers electronic submissions through its manuscriptsubmission form. They are currently open to submissions in all categories and are eager to receive quality work. To submit material for consideration, please send the material to. Many of them wil not accept unsolicited manuscripts. But their submissions for childrens books remain open.
Accepting unsolicited manuscripts and not accepting unsolicited manuscripts. She blogs about the publishing world, posts useful tips on how to get an agent, lists agents who are looking for clients as well as publishers accepting manuscripts. Our goal on freelancewithus is to provide a service that all authors find essential, thereby. If you need a literary agent, you can also check out our list of childrens book literary agents. It will communicate with a professional literary agent, and often meets prospective authors at. Apr 30, 2019 16 uk children s book publishers accepting manuscripts directly from writers updated 32520 a surprising number of publishers in the uk accept children s books directly from writers.
This program includes picture books as well as young adult titles for ages 12 and up. Childrens book publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts. Beaming books may lean toward nonfiction titles with strong lessons and information for children. We currently accept unsolicited book proposals for the following imprints only. A print and ebook publisher that publishes exclusively christian manuscripts. Deciding that you want to be a published childrens book.
Christian publishers to publish my childrens books pen. Zondervan reflective books aim to be good, engaging reads that encourage deep reflection, inspire action. Your manuscript needs to be within 15,000 words and you need to send in a detailed outline with a copy of the manuscript. Follow each publishers submission guidelines when submitting your query, manuscript, or illustrations. Heres our list of 75 publishers that publish childrens book. Formerly conquest publishers, dove christian publishers offer christian fiction, nonfiction, and videos. For each, youll find a link to the contact page on their websites, as well as a brief description of the types of manuscripts they are looking for. Word count should be at least 1015k for the lower end of the age range, and a minimum of 30k for the upper end. I will shortly be working through and updating both my list of.
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