Maverick childrens books is a uk based publisher of childrens books. 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. Picture book submissions should have a universal theme, deal with family or social issues, and be under 1,000 words. Email us your ideas, and if they fit with crossways publishing ministry and acquisitions guidelines, well invite a proposal. 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. Baen is very accepting of new authors and has a large epublishing department. To submit material for consideration, please send the material to. David fickling books does not accept unsolicited manuscripts on a rolling basis, but they do have an annual contest in which authors can submit their book for a. These companies are looking for creative, original, and familyfriendly childrens titles. Austin macauley publishers is a traditional independent book publishing house based in new york, us and london.
Cgc3301, 25 canada square canary wharf london, e14 5lq united kingdom. Authors with rights to back list titles are highly encouraged to contact us. Shalen holt, colors of zaki to talk to a publishing services consultant about publishing your work call. Christian publishers to publish my childrens books pen and the pad. Ckn christian publishing is currently accepting unsolicited manuscripts in christian fiction and we want to see yours. 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. 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. Please familiarise yourself with our books before sending us your submission. But their submissions for childrens books remain open all year long. Nonfiction submissions abingdon press provides resources that meet the needs of people who seek and would serve god. Pelican pure amore emotiondriven, christian romance books for ages 23.
A print and ebook publisher that publishes exclusively christian manuscripts. 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. 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. In 2014, however, i decided to take the plunge and submit my devotional book to crosslink publishing. Please note that warren publishing accepts less than 20% of all submissions, however, we do respond to 100% of all submissions. It accepts unsolicited manuscripts for all books and prefers electronic submissions through its manuscriptsubmission form. Authors with multiple manuscripts will get further attention towards their submissions. Writing about spirituality and faith is a noble cause. Learn the correct word count for novels and childrens books here. Whether your book is fiction, nonfiction or devotional, there are several large christian publishing companies that accept manuscripts from new authors. Zondervan reflective books aim to be good, engaging reads that encourage deep reflection, inspire action. Send us an email with your idea and well let you know if its a fit.
Submissions can be made by agents or authors directly. Kids imagination train fiction, nonfiction, poetry for ages 512. This program includes picture books as well as young adult titles for ages 12 and up. If you dream of seeing your own childrens book published one day, theres nothing holding you back from your goal. Ckn christian publishing covers all marketing and promotions for not only the book, but you as an author. We produce and deliver resources for use in ministry and for individual faith development. Baker only accepts submissions directly from agents, but they do accept slush pile. Send us an email with your idea and well let you know if it s a fit. Peachtree publishers peachtree publishers is an independently owned trade book publisher, specializing in quality childrens books, from picture books to young adult fiction and nonfiction.
As a christian publisher, we understand that your labor is more than a book. We receive a large number of submissions and because of that please note the following terms and conditions apply when making a submission. Crosslink publishing traditional, trade publisher of. These companies are looking for creative, original, and familyfriendly children s titles. Because kids need christ magazine for kids and families. Several christian publishing companies may accept your inspirational or religiousthemed children s book.
Baen books is a science fiction and fantasy publisher. In this post, ive collected recently shared agent spotlights with literary agents who are accepting christian fiction andor nonfiction submissions. If youve written a book centered on christianity or spiritual development, you might need a publisher to help you get your book published. Accepting submissions in all genres austin macauley publishers. A print and e book publisher that publishes exclusively christian manuscripts. Should you wish for us to return your manuscript at a later date, please enclose a stamped addressed envelope or sufficient postage in uk stamps. Christian faith publishing is a fullservice book publisher with offices and operations in the u. Founded in 1998, the fiction works it publishes are diverse and include historical fiction, urban fiction and amish fiction. Peachtree publishing children s book publisher, picture book to young adult. They publish a variety of genres, including christian childrens books. This company does not accept unsolicited manuscripts.
Additionally, we accept submissions in the following subjects. Boyds mills is a publisher of childrens and young adult books that accepts unsolicited. The goal for books in this imprint is to be part of. For the full dummy with text and sketches or sample art, we prefer a link rather than a large attached file. Publishers want to select the illustrators for the books they publish. Publishing my first childrens book has been an excellent experience thanks to the friendly and caring service of dorrance publishing. Just for kids christian magazine for toddlers to teens. It was founded by peter zondervan and bernard zondervan in 1931. Childrens publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts. An evangelical christian publisher based close by to washington, d. Christian literary agents open to submissions writers digest. Lion hudson is committed to publishing books true to the christian faith and welcomes submissions that fit our imprints.
Just cause, usa stories covering charitable causes. Turner publishing is accepting submissions of manuscripts andor proposals. May 17, 2014 page street publishers, located in salem, mass, is one of the fastest growing publishers in the us. Beaming books may lean toward nonfiction titles with strong lessons and information for children. Rick bates and the staff at crosslink are amazing to work with. I am honored that christian faith publishing has acknowledged this book and want to publish it in the christian forum. I am looking forward to what god has in store for us. Floris books submission guidelines their scottish childrens picture book line, picture kelpies, is suitable for children aged 3 to 6 years. The writers market 2020, or the christian writers market guide 2020. Among these products are books christian living, academic, leadership, church supply items, church program resources.
Olympia publishers consider submissions from a wide range of genres, both fiction and nonfiction. Submissions department austin macauley publishers ltd. Publishing my first children s book has been an excellent experience thanks to the friendly and caring service of dorrance publishing. Wow, the redesign on my initial book cover looks better than ever. Will it be thoroughly evangelical christian in its perspective. We are looking for something unique that has not been done before, an interesting story that captures a moment with a timeless feel.
Top 10 christian publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts. Manuscript submissions how can i submit my manuscript to zondervan to be published. Christian living, inspirational, spiritual growth, devotional, childrens. We do not accept adult fiction, poetry, or childrens fiction. Please place the text within the body of the email.
Your book can be written in any genre christian fiction and nonfiction. Mar 23, 2019 baen books is a science fiction and fantasy publisher. Childrens publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts lou. Christian publishers to publish my childrens books pen. Our mission is to discover and market unknown christian based authors who aspire to craft the greatest spiritual impact imaginable via the written word. This list will be updated regularly with new agents added to the top. Holiday house is an established and reputable childrens book publisher that has been around for over 75 years. Christian literary agents open to submissions writers. We are an adult nonfiction publisher and are happy to read manuscripts from potential new authors.
For art samples only, please see the illustrator instructions below. Here is a complete list of 26 top childrens publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts in the us. 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. Christian publishers to publish my childrens books pen and. They are currently open to submissions in all categories and are eager to receive quality work. Accepting submissions from experienced and new authors across the world with no literary agent required. Page street publishers, located in salem, mass, is one of the fastest growing publishers in the us. Childrens we are accepting submissions for childrens activity books, board books, and picture books. Guidelines for children s and ya manuscript submissions. They have recently launched a childrens program, headed by a 20year childrens book publishing veteran. Milkweed editions is one of the nations leading independent, nonprofit. We accept unsolicited adult nonfiction manuscripts only. It also publishes childrens books through an imprint called zonderkids. Our team researched this list of christian publishers that currently accept submissions for manuscripts.
This will give you a better idea if your manuscript would be suitable for us. 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 fields are required in order for the form to be. Our mission is to discover and market unknown christianbased authors who aspire to craft the greatest spiritual impact imaginable via the written word. Their books generally have wonderful covers and illustrations, and are quirky. Authors seeking publishers christian indie publishing association. Accepting submissions in all genres austin macauley. Deciding that you want to be a published childrens book author is similar to deciding that you want to be a movie star.
Boyds mills is a publisher of children s and young adult books that accepts unsolicited. Jun 26, 2017 peachtree publishers peachtree publishers is an independently owned trade book publisher, specializing in quality childrens books, from picture books to young adult fiction and nonfiction. Apr 07, 20 our main emphasis is on interior design, architecture, childrens, and cookbooks. Ive been writing for the christian market for over 25 yearsprimarily curriculum, parentingfamily resources, and articles for various publications. They publish books for adults but they also have a childrens line. Jul 29, 2019 learn the correct word count for novels and children s books here. Now its a part of the harpercollins christian publishing based in grand rapids, michigan. Zondervan is one of the top bible publishers in the world. Guidelines for childrens and ya manuscript submissions.
Your submission should not be for a biography, memoir, poetry, bible, horror of autobiography. 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. There are plenty of united statesbased publishers that accept submissions directly from new authors. They publish picture books as well as books aimed at children grades 1 to 3, grades 4 to 6, and grades 7 and up. Email us your ideas, and if they fit with crossway s publishing ministry and acquisitions guidelines, well invite a proposal. Certa publishing helps authors not only publish and print quality books, but also push. Just between us for women with a heart for ministry. We also accept devotionals, christian selfhelp books, study guides, etc. They do not publish science fiction, fantasy, poetry, or plays. Publishing companies that accept unsolicited manuscripts. My design suggestions were implement ed but the actual. We currently accept unsolicited book proposals for the following imprints only. They publish a variety of books for children but are only regulatly open to picture book submissions. Word count should be at least 1015k for the lower end of the age range, and a minimum of 30k for the upper end.
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