About us hachette new zealand is part of hachette book group, a large international publishing company. Print on demand anytime, from anywhere in the world using our very own new zealand web to print service book printing has never been easier. Five years ago, ek books set out on a mission to publish childrens books on themes that other publishers fear to touch. There are also many publishers who only work through agents or with previously published authors. The publishers association of new zealandte rau o takupu panz represents trade, educational, scholarly and digital publishers across aotearoa new zealand. How to sell a book idea to a publisher career trend.
A nonfiction award was presented in 1986, but not in 1987 or 1988, the final years of this incarnation of the awards. Harpercollins new zealand is the country s oldest book publisher and an independently run division of the harpercollins group, the second biggest publisher of consumer books in the world. The joy cowley award is designed to encourage writers to try writing a picture book. So youve almost finished writing that book or perhaps youve already finished. May 17, 2014 page street publishers, located in salem, mass, is one of the fastest growing publishers in the us. Ek books is a young brand, but our parent company, exisle publishing, have been producing beautiful books since 1991. With selfpublishing, the author undertakes the publishing function. 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.
Book publishing companies largest listings of book. We are looking for someone with initiative, confidence and a deep interest in childrens books. Publishers websites will generally indicate whether they. Please note that we will only contact you should we have a suitable project for. If youre looking to market to christmas shoppers, take a look at trends in the book market and learn how to cash in on christmas books. Since many childrens publishers only accept from agents, this list should save you hundreds of hours combing through the submission guidelines of every childrens. The lists include fiction and nonfiction titles for all ages. Macmillan education new zealand are publishers and distributors of a wide range of general, school and academic books. Publishers websites will generally indicate whether they accept unsolicited manuscripts and, if they do, how these should be submitted for consideration. New holland publishers nz ltd specialises in quality nonfiction titles across a wide range of genres including travel, natural history, outdoor pursuits, food, wine, gardening, art, gift, humour, reference, history, environmental issues and childrens books. Our entire website is encrypted with a secure socket layer, and all purchases are processed using industry leading security. Our agent is high spot literary, our representative at the bologna childrens bookfair is sophie siers of millwood press and our new zealand distributors are david bateman.
Literary agents new zealand society of authors pen nz. It has won the australian book industry awards abia small publisher of the year in. The emphasis is on quality, adventure, warmth and intrigue and the books feature the work of a number of new zealands finest authors and illustrators. Book publishers of australia listing 11 to 20 of 49 book publishers listed in the australian publishers directories page 2 of 5 of all the publishing companies in the directory of publishers of australia that are listed under book publishers. Publishers new zealand society of authors pen nz inc te puni. With sister companies in australia, uk and the us, we have amazing opportunities to work with some of the biggest names in the industry.
Our submission guidelines gecko press publishes a limited number of books every year, and 85 percent of them are books translated from other languages. Gecko press is an independent publisher of curiously good awardwinning children s books based in wellington, new zealand. Heres our list of 75 publishers that publish childrens book. Please select a country afghanistan albania algeria american samoa andorra angola anguilla antarctica antigua and barbuda argentina armenia aruba australia austria azerbaijan. Getting published publishers association of new zealand inc. Page street publishers, located in salem, mass, is one of the fastest growing publishers in the us. Holiday house is proud to publish the innovative and awardwinning i like to read books, which are just right for emergent readers. Harpercollins new zealand new zealands oldest book publisher. Accepting submissions in all genres austin macauley.
Depending on your books potential, we will aim to respond within eight weeks of receiving your submission. Harpercollins new zealand publishes a select range of highquality nonfiction and fiction titles each year. With nearly 250 independent imprints and brands on five continents, penguin random house comprises adult and childrens fiction and nonfiction print and digital trade book publishing. Love to sing creates award winning educational music resources for children, parents and teachers. Oratia books invites submissions for books in our stated areas of childrens, history, maori and general nonfiction books. Albert whitmans special interest titles address subjects such as disease, bullying, and disabilities. However, we are planning on reopening submissions soon so please check back. Your guide to bestselling fiction, nonfiction, childrens books and penguin classics. About us hachette new zealand ltd, international book.
Maybe its a family story, a fun dr seusslike rhyme, or wonderful pictures of new zealand birds. Panz is focused on assisting our members with their current business and preparing them for the future, in areas such as training and professional development, and representing publishers. Gecko press is an independent publisher of curiously good awardwinning childrens books based in wellington, new zealand. We dont handle poetry, individual short stories, or articles. Due to the high number of submissions we have received to date, we currently are not accepting manuscripts. The range includes dvd s, cd s and beautiful illustrated books which includes the lyrics and actions. Publishers new zealand society of authors pen nz inc te. Hachette new zealand ltd, international book publishers. Publishers mary mccallum and paul stewart at the 2015 new zealand book awards for children and young adults at government house, wellington, new zealand. Children s books new zealand is the market place for barefoot books new zealand. Albert whitman and company currently has an open submissions policy.
Please email us at email protected with a synopsis of the book, the intended market, at least one sample chapter and some background information about the author. The illustrations are cute, the rhyme is fun, your. The awards began in 1982, as the new zealand government publishing awards, with two categories, children s book of the year and picture book of the year. A book division of text media, text publishing was launched in 1990. But you also keep all of your rights and all the profits you make from your sales. Most new zealand publishers have comprehensive websites that showcase their publications and indicate their area of publishing. If you are not eligible to submit and you are looking for a publisher for your. List of new zealand publishers listing 1 to 10 of 29 new zealand publishing houses page 1 of 3 of all the publishing companies listed in the new zealand publishers. Due to the high number of submissions we have received to date, we currently are not accepting. Search for a publisher who might be interested in your style of book. This program includes picture books as well as young adult titles for ages 12 and up. Please email us at email protected with a synopsis of the book, the intended.
Browse through our amazing selection of unique books and digital media. Electronic versions of your full manuscript should be in one file and not separate chapters. We strongly recommend that writers visit the new zealand society of authors website for wideranging advice and information about writing and. We handle general fiction, nonfiction, and childrens books. Mary egan publishing offers a complete publishing package from start to finish and can manage your entire project, from writing, editing, proofreading. Print on demand anytime, from anywhere in the world using our very own. Visit our members directory to find relevant publishers. With nearly 250 independent imprints and brands on five continents, penguin random house comprises adult and childrens fiction and nonfiction print and digital trade book publishing businesses in more than 20 countries worldwide, including the u. New holland publishers nz ltd specialises in quality nonfiction titles across a wide range of genres including travel, natural history, outdoor pursuits, food, wine, gardening, art, gift, humour, reference, history, environmental issues and childrens. Please contact us if you have any questions about your work on. The emphasis is on quality, adventure, warmth and intrigue and the books feature the work of a number of new zealands. Most publishers are very specific about the types of books they publish, and will only consider books that will fit their.
They have recently launched a childrens program, headed by a 20year childrens book publishing veteran. Harpercollins new zealand new zealands oldest book. Last month, it won the duo and designer te kani price the publishers association of nz panz design award for best childrens book and was also nominated for best book cover. Childrens books new zealand is the market place for barefoot books new zealand. If youve written a childrens book and want to get it published, you have a few options. Publishers new zealand society of authors pen nz inc. Our books are crafted by authors and illustrators whose backgrounds. Most publishers are very specific about the types of books they publish, and will only consider books that will fit their mold. The 30 childrens book publishers below all have one important thing in common.
Manuscript submissions gecko press childrens books. Well, weve put together some useful tips and advice from the experts to help you make your manuscript stand out. We handle general fiction, nonfiction, and childrens. Please supply a covering letter, a synopsis of your work and up to three sample chapters or a full manuscript in the case of childrens works. 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. Gecko press awardwinning childrens books new zealand. If youre looking to market to christmas shoppers, take a look at trends in the. Printabook is proud to help authors with their books because we understand the effort and creativity required. At this point in time, we are not accepting fiction, poetry, short story or children s book submissions. Publishers distribution ltd pdl 39 woodside avenue, northcote 0627 auckland. Publishing books for children 3 tips for wouldbe authors gillian. With sister companies in australia, uk and the us, we have amazing opportunities to.
Last month, it won the duo and designer te kani price the publishers association of nz panz design award for best children s book and was also nominated for best book cover. If you would like your manuscript to be considered by penguin random house new zealand, please spend a couple of minutes reading our important. Steele roberts aotearoa aotearoa new zealand publishers. Discover thousands of books and authors, plus get exclusives on new releases, bestsellers, and more, at. Yourbooks book printer, self publishing, book printing.
Book publishers of australia list of book publishing. Writing and illustrating for children christchurch city libraries. Ngaio press boutique publisher specialising in quality books about nz and new. A small independent publishing house with interest in nz fiction, childrens books, social justice, feminism, politics, local history, biography and autobiography. The new zealand book awards for children and young adults are a series of literary awards presented annually to recognise excellence in children and young adults literature in new.
Unfortunately your web browser is too old to properly view the page. These picture books by renowned and beloved artists have been evaluated and assigned guided. We only accept submissions if your work is recommended to us by an agent, manuscript assessor or book industry contact or if you have been previously published. Manuscript submissions to david ling book publishers. The strategic book group also includes kindle and ebook consulting, writers services, a booktofilm division, and a global foreign rights department. Hachette new zealand is always looking for the opportunity to publish great stories. Launched in late 2010, this separate imprint specialises in childrens picture books.
Testimonials new zealand book lovers will know how much we depend on the judgment, expertise and professional commitment of a publisher like david ling. You can selfpublish your book, hire a publishing services company or hybrid publisher, or find a legitimate childrens book publisher childrens book publishers. The new zealand publishers directory is freely available online from the book publishers association of new zealand. They currently have an open call for new zealand illustrators of childrens picture books, middle grade chapter books, and young adult novels. Literary agents new zealand society of authors pen nz inc. The tfs literary agency operates mainly in new zealand. Nonprofit publisher in the humanities and social sciences since 2005, best known for books in. New zealand book awards for children and young adults. Should you wish for us to return your manuscript at a later date, please.
Strategic book publishing sbp is a member of the strategic book group which has published over 1. They have recently launched a childrens program, headed by a 20year childrens. Remove australia filter to see all book publishers. You are then responsible for promoting and distributing your book. These picture books by renowned and beloved artists have been evaluated and assigned guided reading levels a through g based on the fountas and pinnell system. Ek books online store ek books kids books by exisle. Nz childrens and young adult book awards winners announced. Mary egan publishing offers a complete publishing package from start to finish and can manage your entire project, from writing, editing, proofreading, design and printing to marketing and sales and everything in between. This means we only publish a very small number of original titles. We help our clients find publishers, negotiate contracts, and generally help with the business relationship between writer and publisher. Book publishers of australia listing 11 to 20 of 49 book publishers listed in the australian publishers directories page 2 of 5 of all the publishing companies in the directory of publishers. Harpercollins new zealand submission guidelines harpercollins new zealand publishes a select range of highquality nonfiction and fiction titles each year.
Please note that we are not able to accept unsolicited manuscripts either by post or email. New zealand book awards for children and young adults wikipedia. When considering gifts for the people you love, and for those you barely know, you cant go wrong with a book. Getting published so youve almost finished writing that book or perhaps youve already finished and now youre starting to think about getting it published. Harpercollins new zealand is the countrys oldest book publisher and an independently run division of the harpercollins group, the second biggest publisher of consumer books in the. Publishing and marketing role with gecko press gecko press is seeking a publishing allrounder with a focus on marketing for our central wellington office. Interviews with nz childrens book publishers reveal that none have official gender diversity policies, and the priority they place on gender varies a lot.
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