{"id":2952,"date":"2023-12-11T21:51:48","date_gmt":"2023-12-11T21:51:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/?p=2952"},"modified":"2023-12-11T21:51:53","modified_gmt":"2023-12-11T21:51:53","slug":"book-publishing-companies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/book-publishing-companies\/","title":{"rendered":"29 Book Publishing Companies For Authors Without Agents"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Ten years ago, you never would have dreamed of <a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/book-publishing\/\">getting your book<\/a> traditionally published without an agent. But these days, the sky's the limit for authors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pros and cons of <a href=\"http:\/\/self-publishingschool.com\/publishing-book-traditional-vs-self-publishing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">traditional vs. self-publishing<\/a> have been hashed out a number of times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So you know even though there are plenty of pros to self-publishing <a href=\"https:\/\/goinswriter.com\/publish-book\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">a book<\/a>, there\u2019s something validating about writing a book that\u2019s so good a <a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/how-to-start-a-publishing-company\/\">publishing company<\/a> wants to claim and sell it as one of their own. Maybe you\u2019re one of the many writers who'd like to have a book published through the traditional route, or you're looking to branch out and try it alongside independent publishing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re not alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever considered seeking publishing companies to take a look at one of your books, you could find a literary agent, or there are plenty of legitimate publishing companies that accept proposals from authors <strong>without agents<\/strong> too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Who knew?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"toc\">\nIn this article, you will learn:\n<ol>\n<li>What the deal is with literary agents and why you might not need one<\/li><li>30 of the best book publishing companies I found that accept proposals directly from new authors&#8211;no agent needed<\/li><li>How you can get noticed by publishers and editors<\/li><li>How to spot &#8220;vanity presses&#8221; and make smart publishing decisions<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-traditional-publishing-literary-agents-what-s-the-deal\" data-level=\"2\">Traditional Publishing & Literary Agents&#8211;What\u2019s The Deal?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-the-cons-of-using-an-agent\" data-level=\"2\">The Cons of Using an Agent<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-publishers-to-consider-even-if-you-re-a-new-author\" data-level=\"2\">Publishers To Consider (Even If You're a New Author)<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">How to Find Other Publishing Companies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-30-book-publishing-companies-that-accept-proposals-directly-from-authors\" data-level=\"2\">30 Book Publishing Companies That Accept Proposals Directly From Authors<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">1. Self-Publishing School<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">2. DAW<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">3. Chronicle Books<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">4. Baen<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">5. Flashlight Press<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">6. Skyhorse Publishing<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">7. Free Spirit Publishing<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">8. Five Star<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">9. Kensington Publishing Corp.<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">10. Beacon Press<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">11. Black Inc.<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">12. Persea Books<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">13. BelleBooks\/Bell Bridge<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">14. Seven Stories Press<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">15. Jollyfish Press<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">16. Oneworld Publishing<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">17. Black & White Publishing<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">18. Angry Robot<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">19. Evernight Publishing<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">20. Felony & Mayhem<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">21. Chicago Review Press<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">22. Albert Whitman & Company<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">23. Charlesbridge<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">24. Peachtree<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">25. Turner Publishing<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">26. Koehler Books<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">27. TCK Publishing<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-28-graywolf-press\" data-level=\"3\">28. Graywolf Press<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"3\">29. Union Square & Co. (Formerly Sterling Publishing)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-to-get-noticed-by-publishers\" data-level=\"2\">How To Get Noticed by Publishers<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-follow-the-guidelines\" data-level=\"3\">Follow the Guidelines<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-be-professional-and-polite\" data-level=\"3\">Be Professional and Polite<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-build-connections\" data-level=\"3\">Build Connections<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-make-it-your-best-work\" data-level=\"3\">Make It Your Best Work<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-be-open-to-feedback\" data-level=\"3\">Be Open to Feedback<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-build-your-author-platform\" data-level=\"3\">Build Your Author Platform<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"2\">An Important Note About Vanity Presses<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#undefined\" data-level=\"2\">Get After It<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caveat<\/strong>: As you all know, I've never traditionally published. &nbsp;So I want to be upfront and let you know that the below is purely research-based and does not imply that I have used the below publishers. You can search for publishers and agents on websites like <a href=\"https:\/\/querytracker.net\/publishers.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">QueryTracker.net<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.writersmarket.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">WritersMarket.com<\/a>,&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/publishersarchive.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">PublishersArchive.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"offer-box\">Looking to format your manuscript for a publisher but can't shell out the money you need for a formatting program? Download my free formatting templates for Microsoft Word and format them today!<center><a class=\"offer-button-box\" href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/formatting-templates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Get Your Formatting Templates for FREE!<\/a><\/center><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Am I Qualified to Talk about Publishing Companies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let's face it, there are many people out there that write these kind of articles by just doing some research on what others say, and regurgitating it out without firsthand knowledge of the tools in question (or worse, have AI write it for them). That's not the case here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As someone who's been publishing books for over 13 years, I've seen a lot companies come and go (most of them scams). There's always the big companies which everyone knows about, but those are hard to get your foot in the door, and there are a lot of smaller options as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, choosing the right publishing company isn't just about picking the most popular one. It's about finding a good match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, in order to create a top-notch overview of the best publishing companies out there, I sent out surveys to my readers, and talked to some heavy-hitting authors in the industry \u2013 many of which I have been a consultant to as well.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/correct-Famous-Authors-1.png\" alt=\"famous authors\" class=\"wp-image-20364\" style=\"width:770px\" width=\"770\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/correct-Famous-Authors-1.png 900w, https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/correct-Famous-Authors-1-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/correct-Famous-Authors-1-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Based on my observations, the results from those surveys, and talking with some of the most well-known authors out there, I feel very strongly that this is a subject I can truly tackle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, with that, let's jump into a list of what I think are the best proofreading tools for authors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-traditional-publishing-literary-agents-what-s-the-deal\">Traditional Publishing & Literary Agents&#8211;What\u2019s The Deal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you think of traditional publishers, the Big 5 might be your first thought:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Hachette Book Group<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>HarperCollins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Macmillan Publishers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Penguin Random House<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Simon and Schuster<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If youre shooting for the Big 5 publishers, I've learned they're the apex of publishing prestige, but incredibly selective. They only consider works submitted through agents. For writers like me and you, our writing must be exceptional and fit popular genres. Nonfiction authors need a unique angle, marketable ideas, and a solid platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I found the key step is finding an agent who's passionate about my book. A great agent not only improves the manuscript but also tirelessly hunts for the best deal. They act as a business manager, connecting with editors and handling contract negotiations. It's a tough journey, so brace yourself for hard work and dedication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-cons-of-using-an-agent\">The Cons of Using an Agent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In my experience, finding the right agent involves extensive research to avoid scammers or amateurs. Once you find a legitimate agent who loves your book, remember, a publishing deal isn't guaranteed. Agents, like authors, face many rejections before landing a publisher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind, agents take a 15% cut from your book sales. If you're open to alternatives, consider publishing without an agent. Many reputable medium and small publishers now accept direct submissions, bypassing the need for an agent. This trend is growing, with even larger publishers occasionally opening direct submission periods to discover new authors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although small publishing houses don't have the same clout with retailers or the same resources for <a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/list-sites-promote-free-amazon-books\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">marketing<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/book-press-release\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">publicity<\/a>, most still have talented&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/book-editors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">editors<\/a>, designers, and passionate professionals for publishing great books.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the book publishing companies on my list is even an imprint of Penguin Random House, and yes, they accept contacts from authors directly. Plus, here's an example of a <a href=\"https:\/\/bradrtorgersen.wordpress.com\/2014\/03\/16\/why-publish-with-baen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">brand new author<\/a> who got a contract with Baen Books, another publisher on my list, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Chaplains-War-Brad-R-Torgersen-ebook\/dp\/B00NMNR2HG\/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1490031110&sr=8-1&keywords=chaplain%27s+war\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">his novel<\/a> has great reviews on Amazon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-publishers-to-consider-even-if-you-re-a-new-author\">Publishers To Consider (Even If You're a New Author)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is a list of 19 book publishing companies that authors can contact directly. For each publishing house, you'll find:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A link to their website<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What they publish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any significant notes about their publishing history<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A link to their submissions guidelines for authors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whether they accept proposals via snail mail, electronically, or both<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The estimated response time (if it was given on their site)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A link to their catalog of previously published books, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Location of the publisher<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When you find one that sounds interesting or like it might be a fit for your goals as an author, bookmark it. This could bring you one step closer to becoming a (traditionally) published author.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:&nbsp;<\/strong>Be sure to check each of the publishing companies' websites and submission requirements carefully. You'll make a great first impression by applying only to those publishing houses that carry books like yours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Find Other Publishing Companies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to find successful publishing companies is to analyze the genre for your book and see what other companies are publishing books in that genre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you're doing this manually, this can take a very long time, and you'll end up finding a lot of other companies that aren't really great.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thankfully, there's a tool that makes it easy to see all of the major publishers for the bestsellers of any genre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That tool is <a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/click\/PublisherRocket\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Publisher Rocket<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With Rocket's category analysis tool, you can easily find a list of publishers for any genre by doing the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Finding your desired category\/genre through the Category Search<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clicking on the &#8220;Insights&#8221; link<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hover over the &#8220;i&#8221; icon under the Large Publisher tile<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find a list of large publishers in that genre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image shadow\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/publisher-list-in-rocket-1024x634.png\" alt=\"Publisher Rocket large publisher data\" class=\"wp-image-32780\" style=\"width:768px\" width=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/publisher-list-in-rocket-1024x634.png 1024w, https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/publisher-list-in-rocket-300x186.png 300w, https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/publisher-list-in-rocket-768x476.png 768w, https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/publisher-list-in-rocket.png 1193w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Captured in <a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/click\/PublisherRocket\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Publisher Rocket<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A lot of these publishing companies will be traditional publishers, so you can reach out to them if you want a traditional publishing deal. 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They do not accept short stories or novellas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They require submissions to be exclusive to them, however, if they take longer than three months to review your manuscript, then you can submit elsewhere<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New York, New York<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.chroniclebooks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chronicle Books<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Children\u2019s books and Adult trade (not adult fiction)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Their books are everywhere as they even have international retail stores<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.chroniclebooks.com\/submissions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Different guidelines if you\u2019re submitting children\u2019s or adult trade, so follow carefully<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Will only respond if interested in publishing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.chroniclebooks.com\/titles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Browse their books here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>San Francisco, California<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.baen.com\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Baen<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Science fiction and fantasy only<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One of the most respected publishers of Science Fiction and Fantasy books, they are one of the few established publishers that will accept full-length manuscripts from authors without an agent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.baen.com\/faq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Submission guidelines here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strongly prefer electronic submission through their submission form<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take longer than typical to hear back (9-12 months)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.baen.com\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Website<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wake Forest, North Carolina<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.flashlightpress.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Flashlight Press<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/how-to-publish-childrens-book\/\">Publish children\u2019s fiction picture books<\/a> targeted to 4-8-year-olds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Their books are beautifully illustrated and they only publish 2-4 each year. Their company and individual books have won many awards. They distribute internationally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/flashlightpress.com\/submission-guidelines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Please follow the guidelines exactly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Books should be less than 1,000 words with a universal theme dealing with family or social situations and fit within <a href=\"http:\/\/flashlightpress.com\/our-catalog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">their catalog of books<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If interested, they will contact you within 3 months.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brooklyn, New York<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.skyhorsepublishing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Skyhorse Publishing<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>One of the fastest-growing independent publishers in the U.S. with 15 imprints and a backlist of over 6,000 titles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They publish pretty much everything, both fiction and nonfiction, adult, young adult, and children\u2019s books.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They\u2019ve had 43 titles on the <em>New York Times<\/em> bestseller list in the 10 years they\u2019ve been publishing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.skyhorsepublishing.com\/guidelines\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ll hear from them within 4-6 weeks if they are interested in seeing more of your manuscript.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skyhorsepublishing.com\/new-releases\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">You can browse their titles here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New York, New York<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.freespirit.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Free Spirit Publishing<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Publish nonfiction books and learning materials for children, teens, parents, educators, counselors, and others who interact with young people<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They produce 20-25 new titles per year and have a strong distribution through major trade and library distributors, in bookstores such as Barnes & Noble, on Amazon.com, and their widely distributed mail order catalog.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.freespirit.com\/submission-guidelines\/#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They are looking for nonfiction proposals in these categories: Teaching Strategies & Professional Development, Early Childhood, Gifted & Special Education, Bullying Prevention & Conflict Resolution, Character Education, Leadership & Service Learning, Educational Games, Posters, & Jars, and Counseling & Social-Emotional Learning (at the time of this writing)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They only accept proposals through mail.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Their response time is usually 2-6 months<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.freespirit.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Home page<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minneapolis, MN<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gale.cengage.com\/fivestar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Five Star<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Open to Mystery and Western fiction submissions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connected to large academic companies Gale and Cengage Learning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Without an agent or previous book published, will need to query a general editor (<a href=\"mailto:AssociateEditorTekno@shaw.ca)\">AssociateEditorTekno@shaw.ca)<\/a> to get full submission guidelines. You should include your name, contact information, and genre. Submissions are accepted electronically only.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They will respond, but it may take some time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Their website was more difficult than most for authors seeking publishing companies, but they also have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/FiveStarCengage?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Facebook page<\/a> for more information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.gale.cengage.com\/fivestar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Website<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Waterville, Maine<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.kensingtonbooks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kensington Publishing Corp.<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Known as \u201cAmerica\u2019s Independent Publisher,\u201d they have a bunch of imprints<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Publish over 600 fiction and nonfiction titles each year, including a range of popular genres such as romance, women\u2019s fiction, African American, young adult and nonfiction, true-crime, western, and mystery titles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Published some <em>New York Times<\/em> bestselling authors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.kensingtonbooks.com\/page.aspx\/writers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You should review their editors\u2019 interests and submit to the one you think is the best fit for your book<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They will only respond if they are interested.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can browse their <a href=\"http:\/\/www.kensingtonbooks.com\/page.aspx\/Books\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">book categories and titles here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New York, New York<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.beacon.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Beacon Press<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Publish serious nonfiction of deep fundamental issues, such as respect for diversity, religious pluralism, anti-racism, justice, equity, and compassion for all humans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At the time of this writing, they are not accepting self-help, new poetry, or fiction books<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.beacon.org\/Assets\/ClientPages\/Submissions.aspx#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Submissions<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They only accept electronic submissions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They will contact you within 3 weeks if interested in seeing a full proposal after considering your query<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.beacon.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Website<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Boston, Massachusetts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blackincbooks.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Black Inc.<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Publish a variety of fiction and nonfiction, but not poetry or children\u2019s books<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blackincbooks.com.au\/submissions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open to submissions from Australian writers only and via email only<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If they are interested in your manuscript, they will contact you within 8 weeks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blackincbooks.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Explore their website<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carlton, Victoria, Australia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.perseabooks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Persea Books<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fiction and nonfiction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They accept literary novels, creative nonfiction, memoirs, essays, biographies, books on contemporary issues, anthologies, and limited poetry and young adult titles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They do not publish genre fiction, self-help, textbooks, or children\u2019s books<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.perseabooks.com\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You should submit your submissions package through the mail<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.perseabooks.com\/our-books\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Browse their books here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New York, New York<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bellebooks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BelleBooks\/Bell Bridge<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>BelleBooks originated to publish Southern fiction before creating the substantial imprint Bell Bridge, which publishes a wide variety of genres<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Publish everything from anthology to young adult, including children\u2019s books, fantasy, nonfiction, romance, mystery, and women\u2019s fiction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bellebooks.com\/shopcontent.asp?type=For%20Writers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Submission guidelines<\/a> &#8211; <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">CURRENTLY CLOSED TO SUBMISSIONS<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This page includes to-the-point answers to questions like <em>What do editors want? Why was your book rejected?<\/em> And specific submission instructions, editor to contact, and word count by genre.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They do not accept simultaneous submissions unless you\u2019re agented.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Typical response is 3-6 months<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bellebooks.com\/shopdisplayproducts.asp?id=22&cat=Browse+All\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Browse their books<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Memphis, Tennessee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sevenstories.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Seven Stories Press<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Publish fiction and nonfiction, and the occasional book of poetry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Books are distributed by Random House<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sevenstories.com\/pg\/resources-rights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Submission guidelines<\/a> &#8211; <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">CURRENTLY CLOSED TO SUBMISSIONS<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You should submit the requested materials through mail only.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sevenstories.com\/imprints\/seven-stories-press\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check out their titles<\/a>.&nbsp;You\u2019ll notice their subjects include feminism, LGBTQ, environmentalism, human rights, and journalism.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New York, New York<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.jollyfishpress.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jollyfish Press<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Publish a variety of commercial and literary fiction, fantasy, science fiction, mystery, thrillers, young adult, humor, romance, and women\u2019s fiction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A newer publisher started in 2012, was acquired by North Star Editions, Inc. in October 2016<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.jollyfishpress.com\/submissions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Should submit through email only<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Their About Us page tells <a href=\"http:\/\/www.jollyfishpress.com\/about-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">what their editors are looking for<\/a>, which can be helpful for authors seeking publication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.jollyfishpress.com\/new-releases\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book titles<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provo, Utah<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. <a href=\"https:\/\/oneworld-publications.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Oneworld Publishing<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Nonfiction and literary fiction. Categories include self-help, biographies, religion, history, business, and more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Approximately 100 books per year internationally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/oneworld-publications.com\/book-proposals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They have a submission form for authors to download and complete<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure your book fits in with their <a href=\"https:\/\/oneworld-publications.com\/books\/non-fiction.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">previously published titles<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>London, United Kingdom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. <a href=\"http:\/\/blackandwhitepublishing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Black & White Publishing<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Fiction and nonfiction, including women\u2019s fiction (chick lit, saga, and romance), crime and psychological thrillers, contemporary YA and new adult crossovers, children\u2019s fiction \u2026 and nonfiction: memoirs, sport (the UK and Ireland especially), humor, food and drink, and activity books<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A leading independent Scottish publisher open to work by authors from UK, Ireland, and beyond<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blackandwhitepublishing.com\/pages\/submissions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They prefer you use their online submission form, but they will accept mail<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You should hear back within 3 months if they are interested<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/blackandwhitepublishing.com\/shop.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book titles<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>United Kingdom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">18. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.angryrobotbooks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Angry Robot<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A respected adult science fiction and fantasy publisher, who occasionally publishes horror too<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>British-based but has great distribution in the US, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. Part of Watkins Media Ltd<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/angryrobotbooks.com\/submissions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They have \u201copen door\u201d periods periodically (like every 18 months or so) when they accept manuscripts from authors without agents. Check their website to <a href=\"http:\/\/angryrobotbooks.com\/opendoor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">find out if it\u2019s currently an open door period<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can submit to them anytime if you have a literary agent or if you\u2019ve been recommended to them by an author already on their list<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submissions are only accepted electronically<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They prefer books targeted to adults rather than junior or young adults. <a href=\"http:\/\/angryrobotbooks.com\/books\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">You can browse their books here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>United Kingdom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">19. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.evernightpublishing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Evernight Publishing<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>They seek&nbsp;complete manuscripts between 10,000-100,000 words in sub-genres of romance and erotic romance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.evernightpublishing.com\/pages\/Submissions.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your submission should be exclusive to this publishing house<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They will make a decision on your proposal within 12 weeks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.evernightpublishing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Browse their website<\/a> to see if yours fits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Canada<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">20. <a href=\"http:\/\/felonyandmayhem.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Felony & Mayhem<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A print and digital literary mystery fiction book publisher<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/felonyandmayhem.com\/committing-your-own-mayhem\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They only accept electronic submissions, preferably in Word docs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Word count must be at least 80,000 words. 85,000 is preferred.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They prefer mysteries with plots related to literature, philosophy, religion, academia, history, music, art, politics, food and wine, theatre, magic, anthropology, and settings outside the U.S.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/felonyandmayhem.com\/titles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Their book titles are here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New York, New York<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">21. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.chicagoreviewpress.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chicago Review Press<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A variety of both fiction and nonfiction. They have several imprints, including an award-winning line of children\u2019s and young adult nonfiction books<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.chicagoreviewpress.com\/information-for-authors---agents-pages-100.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Carefully review submission guidelines relevant for you<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can even learn more about the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.chicagoreviewpress.com\/acquisitions-editors-pages-98.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">acquisition editors<\/a> you\u2019ll be contacting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Here are <a href=\"http:\/\/www.chicagoreviewpress.com\/titles-pages-30.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">their book titles<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chicago, Illinois<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">22. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.albertwhitman.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Albert Whitman & Company<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Children\u2019s books from 0-15, from board books to young adult<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.albertwhitman.com\/submission-guidelines-for-unrepresented-authors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Picture books, middle-grade fiction, and young adult fiction each have their own submission details to follow<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You should hear from them within 6 months if they are interested<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.albertwhitman.com\/catalog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Browse their catalog<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Park Ridge, Illinois<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">23. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Charlesbridge<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Publishes <a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/how-to-write-a-childrens-book\/\">primarily books for children<\/a>, but also adult nonfiction and puzzle books. Their submission guidelines also state they are accepting young-adult novels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/submissions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit through mail<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They will respond if they are interested only.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/collections\/all-childrens-books\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Here are their children\u2019s books<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Watertown, Massachusetts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">24. <a href=\"http:\/\/peachtree-online.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Peachtree<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Specialize in children\u2019s books, from board books to picture books to young adult fiction and nonfiction. They also maintain a line of adult backlist titles covering consumer references in health, education, and parenting; regional guide books about Southern US; adult fiction, biography, and memoirs with a focus on Southern authors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/peachtree-online.com\/submissions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Submission guidelines<\/a>  &#8211; <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">CURRENTLY CLOSED TO SUBMISSIONS<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Send through mail<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Their review process typically takes 6-9 months<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/peachtree-online.com\/portfolio-info-page\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check out their books<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Atlanta, Georgia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">25. <a href=\"https:\/\/turnerbookstore.com\/\">Turner Publishing<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Little bit of everything &#8211; children\u2019s, health & fitness, cookbooks, literary fiction, thriller\/suspense, family & relationships\/religion, juvenile fiction, history, humor, science, sports, romance, and nonfiction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turnerbookstore.com\/pages\/contact-us\">Submissions<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Their submissions don\u2019t provide a lot of guidelines except where to email your materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They will contact if interested<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/turnerbookstore.com\/\">Check out their books<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nashville, Tennessee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">26. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.koehlerbooks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Koehler Books<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.koehlerbooks.com\/publishing-models\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Two publishing models<\/a>:  1) Traditional model for experienced and agented authors with good sales. 2) Hybrid\/co-publishing for new and emerging authors who need help and coaching.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A wide array of genres, including memoirs, military, Business, Fiction, self-help mystery, thriller young adult and women<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.koehlerbooks.com\/submit-your-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They do not accept previously published books<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fill out their submissions form and expect to hear back within 1-2 weeks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.koehlerbooks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">View their home page<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Virginia Beach, VA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">27. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tckpublishing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TCK Publishing<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>They&nbsp;publish a wide range of nonfiction and fiction (but not poetry or children's picture books)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tckpublishing.com\/submission-guidelines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They only accept digital submissions of completed manuscripts or book proposals on their website or via email<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Different guidelines if you're submitting fiction or nonfiction, so read carefully<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They respond to all submissions with a yes or no within 21 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tckpublishing.com\/books\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Browse their titles here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Granger, Indiana<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-28-graywolf-press\">28. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.graywolfpress.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Graywolf Press<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>They publish poetry, memoirs, essays, fiction, and nonfiction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.graywolfpress.org\/about-us\/submissions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submission guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submissions are opened and closed at different times<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Publishes only about 30 books annually<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.graywolfpress.org\/books\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Browse their titles here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minneapolis, Minnesota<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">29. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sterlingpublishing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Union Square & Co. (Formerly Sterling Publishing)<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>They publish a massive variety of adult, young adult, and children\u2019s books<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They have over 60 years in business and over 5,000 titles in print<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They have several imprints, including one for food, wine, and spirits; another for body, mind & spirit; another for crafting, decorating, and outdoor living; yet another for puzzles and games.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For children\u2019s books, they publish both fiction and nonfiction. They even have an imprint that publishes workbooks and flashcards for students in preschool through middle school.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submission guidelines &#8211; <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">NOTE: THIS PUBLISHER NOW REQUIRES AN AGENT FOR SUBMISSION<\/mark><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They accept submissions from authors through mail.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It sounds like they respond to all submissions via mail or phone within several months.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sterlingpublishing.com\/catalogs.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Browse their catalogs here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New York, New York<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-get-noticed-by-publishers\">How To Get Noticed by Publishers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you've decided you want one of your books published,&nbsp;it's time to put in the work to get noticed and stay out of the slush pile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the strategies I'll take a look at:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Follow the guidelines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be polite and professional<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build connections at conferences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make it your best work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be open to feedback<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build your author platform<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-follow-the-guidelines\">Follow the Guidelines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Read and follow the stinkin\u2019 guidelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then read and follow them again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Provide the publisher with exactly what they request in the method requested. If they say strongly prefer electronic submissions, give yourself a bonus point and submit your materials electronically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not send your full manuscript unless they explicitly ask for it in their submission guidelines, or after they\u2019ve expressed interested in your query letter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"sw-tweet-clear\"><\/div><a class=\"swp_CTT style1\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/share?text=%23GetPublished+Rule+%231%3A+Follow+the+stinkin%27+guidelines%21&url=https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/book-publishing-companies\/\" data-link=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/share?text=%23GetPublished+Rule+%231%3A+Follow+the+stinkin%27+guidelines%21&url=https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/book-publishing-companies\/\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span class=\"sw-click-to-tweet\"><span class=\"sw-ctt-text\">#GetPublished Rule #1: Follow the stinkin' guidelines!<\/span><span class=\"sw-ctt-btn\">Click To Tweet<i class=\"sw swp_twitter_icon\"><\/i><\/span><\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n<p>Write an amazing query letter. This is like the cover letter you write when you\u2019re applying for job, hoping for an interview. You need to write your best pitch to sell your book in a one-page letter, hoping the editor or agent picks your book to \u201cinterview\u201d further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many publishers also request a synopsis or a brief summary of your entire story. Sample chapters are another common request for publishing companies. Most guidelines specify if they want one, two, or your first five. Give them what they ask for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nonfiction authors need to write a <a href=\"https:\/\/janefriedman.com\/start-here-how-to-write-a-book-proposal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">killer book proposal<\/a> to show your <a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/book-idea-validation-mastery\/\">book idea<\/a> will sell, and that you have the credibility to give the advice. Among other things, your book <a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/book-proposal\/\">proposal<\/a> will include a detailed analysis of similar books already on the market, how your book is different, who will buy the book (your target audience), and why they need it, your author bio, a detailed chapter-by-chapter outline, and sample chapters. You\u2019ll want to spend a fair amount of time researching and preparing your book proposal, which will probably end up being between 10 and 25 pages long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, send them quality work of what they ask for \u2014 nothing more, nothing less.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-be-professional-and-polite\">Be Professional and Polite<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In all of your interactions as an author, you\u2019ll be noticed for being polite and professional. In your letters, emails, social media, phone calls, and in-person conversations, show courtesy and professionalism and people will be more likely to want to do business with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you come across as rude and unprofessional, people are not going to want to work with you. Editors receive an unbelievable number of submissions every month, so be patient and humble as you\u2019re pursuing a publisher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-build-connections\">Build Connections<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Good old fashioned one-on-one <a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/self-publishing-writers-networking-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">networking<\/a> with people who work at publishing companies is another way to increase your chances of getting your foot in the door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Publishers are more likely to at least carefully consider queries from someone they recognize, so bust out of your comfort zone and introduce yourself to people at conferences and summits. You never know where a connection may lead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-make-it-your-best-work\">Make It Your Best Work<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is another \u201cshould go without saying,\u201d but before you start pitching editors or agents, make sure your work is your best work. This goes for your manuscript as well as all of your submission materials. Read them out loud. Have someone else edit them. This is part of being professional. Don\u2019t waste the publisher's time or yours by submitting sloppy materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-be-open-to-feedback\">Be Open to Feedback<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another tough one for some authors is being open to feedback. If your editor, your agent, and your <a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/beta-readers\/\">beta readers<\/a> give you feedback, have an open mind to it. Consider their point of view and seek more opinions or information if you\u2019re unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You probably won\u2019t follow every piece of advice given (sometimes they're contradictory), but often I and other authors are so blind to our passionate work that we miss the flashing red lights only outsiders can see. Tweak what\u2019s necessary to create a more compelling book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-build-your-author-platform\">Build Your Author Platform<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, and this is especially important for <a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/e2-keyword-mastery-nonfiction-fiction-authors\/\">nonfiction authors<\/a> but doesn\u2019t hurt for fiction authors either, build your author platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Design a professional author <a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/author-website\/\">website<\/a> that showcases your previous work if you have any and have your social media author accounts ready to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Showing the publishing companies that you have established a place in the world as an author by <a href=\"http:\/\/goinswriter.com\/email-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">building a big email list<\/a> will certainly help. This sends the message that you\u2019ll be more like a partner to them in <a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/best-book-marketing-books\/\">marketing your book<\/a> \u2014 something they\u2019ll love to see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">An Important Note About Vanity Presses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart from the 30 publishing companies on this list, not every company out there has your best interests at heart. Much like in the indie world, there are people out there who are more than happy to use you as a means of earning themselves money. Vanity presses are publishing companies that charge you a fee to publish your book, and do nothing to market it or professionally edit it. Be wary of any company that wants you to pay them to publish your story. If this happens, run for the hills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you're unsure of the difference between legitimate publishing houses and these &#8216;vanity presses,' check out <a href=\"http:\/\/www.eevijones.com\/vanity-vs-hybrid-vs-traditional-publishing\/\">this helpful guide<\/a> that will clear things up for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get After It<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If the prestige, validation, greater potential of having your very own book on bookstore shelves, and the potential for literary awards is exciting to you, then researching and contacting publishing houses that seem the best fit for your writing may now be on your to-do list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If reading about these publishing companies is exciting to you, or you've always known getting a publishing contract would mean the world to you, then why not go after it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One thing I do know is if you never try, you\u2019ll never know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Side note: if you're interested, I also have an article to help you find the best self-publishing company <a href=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/best-self-publishing-companies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And as you\u2019ve learned, you don\u2019t even have to have an agent. You'll probably get a rejection or five, but don't get discouraged. There are plenty&nbsp;of&nbsp;legitimate book publishing companies out there just waiting&nbsp;to find&nbsp;the next talented author.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why not you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cheers,<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"45\" src=\"https:\/\/kindlepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/Dave-Signature.png\" alt=\"Dave-Signature\" class=\"wp-image-383\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn about the top 30 book publishing companies in the world that accept author submissions without an agent and provide the best benefit for new authors.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":24,"featured_media":17034,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3887],"tags":[3870],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is 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