Peachtree publishers is a well respected independent publisher with good distribution. Publishes fiction in fantasy, historical, horror, literary, mainstream, mystery, paranormal, romance, science fiction, suspense, thriller, ya for ag. Valley press is an independent publishing house based in scarborough, north yorkshire, uk. Andrews uk the uks leading independent book publisher. Many established writers prefer to go with small and indie publishers. Its one of the biggest publishing companies of its kind with many widely known brands such as franklin the turtle or. Theres plenty to ruminate on when it comes to the distinction between indie publishing and selfpublishing, but independent publishers are quite different from selfpublishers. Theyre famous for publishing tinkers by paul harding as their first book and it won the. Londons best independent publishers something curated. Founded by neil astley in 1978, this is one of the uks most wellknown poetry publishers. Twelve independent publishers every londoner should know. Burning eye books is small independent publisher in the south west predominately specialising in. Political book publishers book publishing directory.
While authors and critics regularly rail against them, prizes matter in publishing. They focus on all kinds of quality fiction and one of their titles, the garden of. Vision sports publishing is the uk s leading independent sports book publisher. Heres our list of 75 publishers that publish childrens book. Over 300,000 authors trust the professionals on reedsy, come meet them. We love books, and our authors know the unflagging. Starting in 1965, coach house books first prints were of the canadian flag, then gradually moved on to other things such as poetry. Salt the uks foremost independent literary publisher. Jan 25, 2019 big lists of the uks independent publishers 25 jan, 2019 in publishers tagged independent publishers links lists by matthew brown when i started researching for a post about the uks smaller publishers, i soon realised that it was a big topic and that others had already started to cover it really well. An intro to the 10 biggest publishers in the uk ribbonfish.
Ayebia is an independent publisher started in 2003 by becky nana ayebia clarke. They aim to publish books that will give fresh insights into african and caribbean life, culture and literature. Baen is one of the best known publishers of science fiction and fantasy. Independent publishers of professional and academic books in psychology, psychiatry, special needs especially autism and aspergers syndrome, arts therapies and social work. We sell fiction, short stories, poetry and nonfiction with free uk. In the spirit of strength in numbers, several independent publishers including faber and faber, canongate, granta books.
Black book shopspublishersoutlets uk black writers forum. May 12, 2018 the book and story should be aimed at kids aged 6 plus. Most major publishers are part of a larger media conglomerate, prominent indie presses excepted, and a search for the. They have an extensive list of british and american poets, and titles published by bloodaxe books can be found in many bookstores. This is a list of largest uk trade book publishers, with some of their principal imprints, ranked by sales value, according to nielsen bookscan. The british book awards, or nibbies, have revealed the shortlist for the 2018 independent bookshop of the year.
Top 7 blackowned book publishers that you should know about march 06 2016 every year, thousands of new books are released and most of them are published by hundreds of book publishers. Easily publish textbooks, course materials, and research. Earlier named as top that, it was renamed imagine that to signify its endeavours in childrens publishing and illustrating. General publishers of nonfiction including biographyautobiography and current affairs particularly of. Fiction and nonfiction writers alike can create, print, and sell their books through all major retail channels. Joffe books is one of the uk s leading independent publishers of crime and mystery novels. Recently launched in 2017, this newly minted publishing house is. Joffe books are one of the uks leading independent publishers of bestselling crime and mystery fiction. The awards are intended to bring increased recognition to the thousands of exemplary independent, university, and selfpublished books. Big lists of the uks independent publishers author buzz. Oneworld publications was founded in 1986 by husband and wife team juliet mabey and novin doostdar as an independent publishing house focusing on stimulating nonfiction. Comprising eight different regions, an outstanding bookstore from each has been voted the best in its area, and will go forward to the final shortlist where one will be crowned the best independent. Others put out consistently amazing translated fiction. Abdo books is a publisher that focuses exclusively on educational books for children between ages 412.
Thus plenty of publishers put their fondness and wisdom in the crafting of little artworks. Nov 02, 2015 ayebia was founded in 2003 by ghanaianborn publisher, nana ayebia. Auk is the uk s leading global independent ebook and physical book publisher and distributor. The awardwinning faber independent alliance is a pioneering force in publishing. Founded by ed handyside in 2006, this publisher is based in newcastle upon tyne. Peepaltree press publishers 17 kings avenue, leeds, ls6, 1qs telephone. Top 10 selfpublishing companies for firsttime authors. A new global publisher founded in 2019 in london, uk.
Ayebia was founded in 2003 by ghanaianborn publisher, nana ayebia. Of those are hundreds of book publishers, quite a few of them are blackowned meaning they are owned by african american entrepreneurs and usually produce. Auk is the uks leading global independent ebook and physical book publisher and distributor. Education publishers directory of united kingdom list of. Wales leading independent book publisher, specialising in englishlanguage writing from wales. The city is also a fertile ground for countless independent publishers and. An independent publisher for 20 years, imagine that is situated in suffolk. We are currently open to submissions from new and established authors.
Nowadays books arent as rare and expensive as back then, but they still are a precious good. Heres our list of reputable book publishing companies you might consider working with. The company is well respected by retailers and other publishers alike, and our books are sold uk wide through bookshops as well as online retailers. As with most exciting, independent publishers, ayebia tries to give voice to diverse talent, and aims to enlighten and stimulate readers by exploring literature from. This is a canadianowned childrens book publisher, which belongs to corus entertainment. Since 2010 friends anna gerber and britt iversen have applied their knowledge in graphic design, branding and advertising to the making of beautiful cultural objects, like jonathan safran foers tree codes made entirely in diecut. We make a positive difference to your imaginative life. List of largest book publishers of the united kingdom wikipedia. They work with specific designers and illustrators from all over the world, because their aim is to make childrens books as visually appealing, engaging, and entertaining as television. Nov 20, 2017 independent publishers have unleashed a boom in sales, according to new research.
A number of financially independent smaller publishers that have formed an alliance to share promotion and administration, led by faber. With a list spanning poetry, fiction and nonfiction, many of their books are shortlisted for and win major literary prizes across the uk. Earn up to 70% royalty on sales to customers in the us, canada, uk. Others are independent companies, some based in the united states and others based in the uk or elsewhere. Theres plenty to ruminate on when it comes to the distinction between indie publishing and self publishing, but independent publishers are quite different from self publishers. They now publish around 70 books every year, and continue to.
Publishing is a commercial business and a publisher will need to be convinced that there is a potential market for any book that they decide to publish. Melville house began in 2001 specifically to publish a book of poems by sculptor valerie merians and fiction writerjournalist dennis johnson called poetry after 911, a book comprised of things sent into johnsons book blog, mobylives, after the attacks. Readers continue to enjoy the imaginative, crisp and captivating storytelling in the space captain smith series by toby frost with new instalments. Pages of hackney is probably the best place to find influx books in e8. Ebooks themselves make up close to 40% of all books sold, and in 2018 they are set to outsell print books. Top that publishing ltd is an awardwinning, book publisher and app developer located beside the river deben in woodbridge, suffolk, uk.
Jan 06, 2017 perhaps one of the best known independent publishers, graywolf press, which operates out of minneapolis, minn. Education publishers directory of united kingdom list. Salt is one of uk s foremost independent publishers, committed to the discovery and publication of contemporary british literature. Chronicle is a large independent san franciscobased publisher that publishes highly acclaimed childrens books, bestselling cookbooks, gift books, and a variety of nonfiction. Most of the publishers focus on publishing a particular genre or genres of books. Weve organized the list in an easily searchable table so you can quickly find the publishers that publish the type of book youre looking to get published. Penguin, hamish hamilton, allen lane, michael joseph, viking, rough guides, dorling kindersley, puffin, ladybird, warne. A publisher is eligible for inclusion in the list if its net sales. The book guild ltd is part troubador publishing ltd, an independent publishing house with a solid reputation for quality, so all book guild authors benefit from the market penetration and. Latest figures from inpress, which works with 60 of the smallest players in the books industry, revealed sales up. The culture trip london takes a look at some inspiring independent publishing. If that doesnt convince you, here are 20 independent publishers who are very successful and won literary awards. Modern publishing is a tricky game especially when trying to figure out the biggest names within that game. Stimulating nonfiction from one of the uks top independent publishers.
Little island press is a uk company that publishes fiction, essays, and poetry. In the past decade, we have published more than 150 books of fiction, nonfiction and poetry, by authors based anywhere from york to leeds, london to bermuda, china, south africa and almost everywhere else. Honest publishing is a british independent publisher, specialising in alternative fiction, short story books and poetry publishing. Further afield, get to know the publishers by reading connecting nothing. Top 35 childrens book publishers in 2020 rafal reyzer. For the week ending february 16, 2020 based on sales in hundreds of independent bookstores nationwide. You can self publish your book, hire a publishing services company or hybrid publisher, or find a legitimate childrens book publisher childrens book publishers. Funding cuts, shrinking disposable incomes and the mutable world of. Selfpublished books now account for 30% to 40% of ebook sales. Advocates for writers at all stages of their careers, the company help ensure that diverse voices can be heard in an abundant, global marketplace. In the spirit of strength in numbers, several independent publishers including faber and faber, canongate, granta books and others have joined forces to create an influential community that can compete with standalone bighitters. The best independent bookshops in the uk and ireland. The best independent publishers in london culture trip.
Kiosk focuses on selfpublished zines and artist books from young creatives. Perhaps one of the best known independent publishers, graywolf press, which operates out of minneapolis, minn. Today, salt is considered one of uks leading independent publishers a growing business that has an international impact. We offer more than 100 series and release about 400 new german and englishlanguage titles every year.
Publishing takes less than 5 minutes and your book appears on kindle stores worldwide within 2448 hours. You can selfpublish your book, hire a publishing services company or hybrid publisher, or find a legitimate childrens book publisher. The aim of this fairly recent publishing house is to approach the act of reading by merging innovative writing with good looking products and unexpected designs. An independent irish publisher with more than 250 titles in print. They are based out of atlanta, georgia, and they specialize in publishing childrens books, young adult books, self help titles for parents and educators, and guides to the american south. Cumminss new novel is an exploration into the inner hearts of people willing to sacrifice. Usborne childrens books, an independent publisher in the uk, has released over 2,000 books since 1973. A quirky little independent book publisher offering todays greatest fiction and nonfiction titles. Top 7 blackowned book publishers that you should know about. The top five academic publishers, who publish scholarly works and books for students, are distinctly different from the big five trade publishers, who publish books for the general public.
Owens exquisite and heartbreaking novel is an august 2018 indie. Conducted annually, the independent publisher book awards honor the years best independently published titles from around the world. We are advocates for writers at all stages of their careers and ensure that diverse voices can be heard in an abundant, global marketplace. Jan 16, 2019 find the perfect editor for your book. Small indie publishers report booming sales the guardian. If you love books, follow us on instagram, facebook and twitter. Recently launched in 2017, this newly minted publishing house is focused on finding good, fresh, and quality fiction for readers. We aim to find the very best original voices the world has to offer. Its alive and thriving thanks to these independent london publishing houses. It is not uncommon for new companies to top pws list of fastgrowing independent publishers, and that is the case this year. International media company with education, business information, and consumer publishing businesses. Salt does not have physical offices, our team operates from barnsley, cromer, london and manchester. Operating since 1984, turner currently publishes 5,000 titles.
We are the worlds leading learning company, with 40,000 employees in more than 80 countries helping people of all ages to make measurable progress in their lives. Apr 27, 2016 faber independent alliance the awardwinning faber independent alliance is a pioneering force in publishing. Big lists of the uks independent publishers 25 jan, 2019 in publishers tagged independent publishers links lists by matthew brown when i started researching for a post about the uk s smaller publishers. Top that books and apps cater for preschool children to adults and are designed to promote child development, enrich relationships, and foster creativity and imagination. Many of their authors have topped the best seller lists. Salt is a leading independent trade publisher established in 1999 and based in the uk. In a nutshell, indie presses operate on a far smaller scale than the billiondollar publishing juggernauts, but they still. Most notably, we have twice been nominated for the man booker prize and shortlisted in the costa book awards. Weve organized the list in an easily searchable table so you can quickly find the publishers that publish the type of book. John doppler, head of allis watchdog desk and author of choosing the best self publishing services for you, identifies and rates the best and worst self publishing services here on this page. Home to some of the most exciting opportunities in independent publishing. We live in an era where the biggest publishing companies and media. If youve written a childrens book and want to get it published, you have a few options.
Turner press is an awardwinning, independent publisher of books. Most major publishers are part of a larger media conglomerate, prominent indie presses excepted, and a search for the years largest book publishers will often yield companies that work with other forms of content rather than books. That a novel of this linguistic refinement and searching intelligence should come from a tiny newcastle imprint tells us a lot about the vulgarity of corporate publishing. Revenue from the top 10 publishers combined accounted for 54% of all revenue generated by the 57 companies on the list, up from 53% in 20. However, all the publishers listed below are open to authors regardless of nationality.
We focus on publishing in cultural studies and the social sciences, in history, philosophy, and in cultural management. Titles include history, politics, current affairs, mind, body, spirit, folklore, humour, fiction and childrens books. Cumminss new novel is an exploration into the inner hearts of people willing to sacrifice everything for a glimmer of hope. The list below contains prestigious names, some of which are associated with venerated universities. Salt is one of uks foremost independent publishers, committed to the discovery and publication of contemporary british literature.
Find their instructions and guidelines listed on this page. The company is in the top 101 independent publishing companies in the u. To make things easier for you, we have compiled a list of 21 top uk publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts. First of all, think about who would be a good fit for you and your book.
We set up in 2003 to publish the kind of intelligent and innovative books that we, as massive sports fans, would like to read ourselves and we are extremely proud of our reputation as a publisher of high quality sports books. They are an independent company with good distribution. List of largest book publishers of the united kingdom. If youd like to receive the latest book news from us book lovers at profile, please.