Independent publishers group was founded in 1971, the first organization specifically created for the purpose of representing titles from independent presses to the book. After working as a book editor across ukbased and australian publishing houses, she decided to establish a literary agency of her own. Bloomsbury usa is a general interest publisher of adult and children s books. If you have illustration which is necessary for the reader to understand the text, i. The 30 childrens book publishers below all have one important thing in common. Ethicool is an australian publisher of childrens books that are focussed on environmental, social. Bloomsbury publishing is a leading independent publishing house established in 1986. It is a challenge for anyone to publish a book, and those publishing childrens book. The big list of australian picture book publishers tyswan slater. We have put together a list of 21 top australian childrens book publishers accepting submissions currently. Located in melbourne, this small, independent publisher prints a varied range. We are the countrys largest independent publishing house, producing more than 250 new titles each year in areas as diverse as academic books, professional reference works, adult fiction, children s books and electronic publications. There is a cost to successfully self publishing a book for sustained sales much like with any worthwhile endeavor, you may have to sacrifice some cash in order to make more down the road. Usborne creates engaging, innovative, accessible books for children of all ages.
Usborne books are written to appeal directly to children. Working title press is a small, independent australian publishing house that specialises in quality picture books and illustrated fiction and nonfiction for children between the ages of 011. Childrens book publishers in australia creative kids tales. Childrens book publishers book publishing directory. It has won the australian book industry awards abia small publisher of the year in 2012, 20 and 2014. As an independent boutique publisher, we love to find those unique stories that connect us all.
This model is also adopted by organisations that give books to their members. We notice you are using a browser version that we do not support. Based in cork, mercier press is the oldest independent publishing company in ireland. Academic 496 action 43 adventure 75 agriculture 22 architecture 27 art 808 autobiography 28 biography 260 board books 51 business 778 calendar 6 children s 895 christian 255 cinema. So i have compiled a reasonably extensive list of australian publishers and their status with respect to accepting unsolicited childrens. We are the countrys largest independent publishing house, producing more. As the name suggests, hybrid publishes a broad range of titles including business and legal texts, books on personal development and health, history.
Find books, ebooks and apps for children of all ages. These publishers wont ask you to pay anything to submit your work except paying attention to their submission guidelines. They are looking for childrens picture books for children ages 38 years. News about children s books, picture books, young adult books, kids and ya authors, and kids book events and trade shows, plus the children s bookshelf newsletter. Writers of fiction, commercial fiction, childrens books, young adult fiction and. Natural history guidebooks, and books about alaskan outdoors for children. Persea books persea books is an independent book publisher.
At penguin random house australia we have an adult publishing division, and another dedicated to children s books. 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. If you are a childrens writer, you need the correct publisher for it. Since many childrens publishers only accept from agents, this list should save you hundreds of hours combing through the submission guidelines of every childrens publisher. Where we help a budgetconscious author to put out an ebook or shortrun print book at low cost, either under their own name or under our own special imprint for authors not accepted for the hybrid publishers. A growing list of over 100 we are still building our book list. Chronicle books is an independent publisher offering bestselling books, children s books, stationery, and gifts. Bloomsbury publishing is a leading independent publishing house, established in 1986, with authors who have won the nobel, pulitzer and booker prizes, and is the originating publisher and custodian of the harry potter series. Here, she has represented numerous authors for their fiction, nonfiction, and childrens fiction titles. Here is a list of the best, handpicked top irish book publishing companies accepting submissions.
Childrens publishers accepting unsolicited submissions. Csiro publishing operates as an independent science and technology. Send your work directly to olympia publishers using our online submission form. Free ground shipping extended through 41720 browse books. Starfish bay childrens books is an imprint of starfish bay publishing pty ltd, which is an independent publishing house located in adelaide, australia. Ethicool is an australian publisher of children s books that are focussed on environmental, social, and political issues.
Childrens publishers directory of australia list of childrens. Amazons kindle direct publishing kdp is a fast, easy and free way for authors and publishers to keep control and publish their books worldwide on the kindle and kindle reading apps. Childrens book publishers will always have a special place on our site. Hybrid publishers an independent australian publisher. If you are a publisher, click here, to list with us. Shortlisted for childrens publisher of the year 2018 for both the independent publishing group award and the british book awards, our childrens consumer division includes the bestselling. For you to have the best experience on, we recommend using the current versions of firefox.
It has companies in london, new york, sydney and delhi. Since many childrens publishers only accept from agents, this list should save you hundreds of hours combing through the submission guidelines of every childrens publisher on earth. Starfish bay publishing starfish bay childrens books is an imprint of starfish bay publishing pty ltd, which is an independent publishing house located in adelaide, australia. Publishers of quality picture books, non fiction and fiction for all ages, interested in the best australian and international authors. Here, were always on the lookout for the next story to be shared. Publishers want to select the illustrators for the books they publish. Wombat books has been sharing stories and creating memories with families for over ten years. Located in melbourne, this small, independent publisher prints a varied range of fiction and nonfiction. Deciding that you want to be a published childrens book. This australiabased publisher has an imprint just for childrens books called. Please fill in and upload all relevant information in the form below.
Its director, jane covernton, formerly of omnibus books, is dedicated to showcasing the work of new and established writers and illustrators and to introducing children. Turner press is an awardwinning, independent publisher of books. Walker books australia is the leading childrens publisher in australia and new zealand. The publishers may be independent, an imprint of a larger publisher. This is a company with such a legacy and history that they have an entire book.
Hi, i would look at the childrens books each publisher has and see where you think yours would be the best fit. The fastest and easiest way to send us your submission. The company is in the top 101 independent publishing companies in the u. The publishers may be independent, an imprint of a larger publisher, and may be currently operating or out of business.