They publish primary literacy books but are currently not accepting childrens books. Getting published children penguin books australia. Abc childrens booksharpercollins affirm press allen and unwin balboa press big sky publishing. As part of this search, we welcome submissions from fiction, nonfiction and children s book writers who are residents of australia. Scholastic has been the market leader of australian childrens publishing for over 50 years, bringing the joy of reading to multiple generations of australian families. We publish children s fiction with pages filled with readable and loveable characters. Albert whitman and company currently has an open submissions policy. It has companies in london, new york, sydney and delhi. Albert whitmans special interest titles address subjects such as disease, bullying, and disabilities. Childrens book publishers in australia creative kids tales. Creative kids tales has compiled this list of australian publishers who publish childrens books. Getting published for authors and illustrators cbca. We are the countrys largest independent publishing house, producing more than.
You can find scholastic products in book club, book. Ek books online store ek books kids books by exisle. Childrens book publishers in australia ethicool books. The big list of australian picture book publishers tyswan slater. Find books, ebooks and apps for children of all ages. Earn up to 70% royalty on sales to customers in the us, canada, uk, germany, india, france, italy, spain, japan, brazil, mexico, australia. We understand how difficult it can be for new writers to get their work in front of publishers, we are currently accepting unsolicited manuscripts to help emerging writers for children. Additionally, quite a few of the publishers on this list are open to childrens books, but not picture book submissions, so i may not always have.
Harper highlights be the first to find out about special offers, competitions and new release titles. Wombat books has been sharing stories and creating memories with families for over ten years. A dynamic childrens publisher committed to launching new series, publishing awardwinning picture books, and creating innovative products for licensed brands. Although the childrens book council of australia offers encouragement to. We have 230,400 partner companies at this time that can get your book and ebook seen by millions of book lovers. As an independent boutique publisher, we love to find those unique stories that connect us all. Usborne is an independent family business founded by peter usborne in 1973.
Bonnier publishing australia it looks like this publisher is. It is the largest independent children s publisher in the uk. Bloomsbury publishing is a leading independent publishing house established in 1986. We accept manuscripts in the genres of nonfiction, fiction and narrative nonfiction, poetry, and books for children. The five mile press is an australian publisher and distributor specialising in children s books, adult nonfiction and australiana. Redback publishing currently publish around 50 books per year, many of these from established authors and illustrators. Publishing takes less than 5 minutes and your book appears on kindle stores worldwide within 2448 hours. Selfpublish your book with australian selfpublishing. Please note, not all of these publishers accept unsolicited manuscripts. Childrens publishers accepting unsolicited submissions alys.
Scholastic operates on a unique model, proudly partnering with both australian schools and major retailers. As a children s book writer, you can reach out to publishers with your children s book ideas to get offers, or you could try publishing your books on your own through platforms like amazon, smashwords and ibooks, either in an electronic format or printondemand. Hachette australia is one of australia s largest publishers and we are always looking for the opportunity to publish great stories. If you are directing your submission to one of our publishers in particular, please. Ethicool kids books are written to literally change the world. Childrens publishers directory of australia list of childrens. Our key market is the worldwide english language market. Many children s authors work from home, because you can write your books. Please select a country afghanistan albania algeria american samoa andorra angola anguilla antarctica antigua and barbuda argentina armenia aruba australia. Childrens publishers directory of australia list of. Based in broome, western australia, we publish aboriginal and torres strait islander authors, artists and illustrators from all over australia.
Electronic versions of your full manuscript should be in one file and not separate chapters. Five years ago, ek books set out on a mission to publish children s books on themes that other publishers fear to touch. All of the publishers on this list publish childrens books. Hinkler is an independent australian publisher specialising in unique books, toys, and gifts for children and adults hinkler books. Magabala books is australia s leading indigenous publishing house. Walker books australia is the leading childrens publisher in australia and new zealand. Join to find the hottest teen books, connect with your favorite ya authors and meet new friends who share your reading interests. Penguin random house australia comprises an adult publishing division and a childrens publishing division. Be sure to visit their websites for further details. As part of this search, we welcome submissions from fiction, nonfiction and children s book writers who are residents of australia or new zealand. Penguin random house australia comprises an adult publishing division and a children s publishing division. 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. Updated dec 12th, 2019 our updated and expanded 2018 list of traditional childrens book publishers is available here. Playsscripts, poetry except childrens stories written in verse, educational text books, or unagented submissions from outside australia, new zealand or oceania unless the author has a connection to.
Our children s books smack the big issues headon, wrapping lifes harsh realities in a coating of fun and frivolity. Heres our list of 75 publishers that publish childrens book. Research the type and style of books published by different imprints in your local. Hachette australia is a team of expert publishers and passionate readers dedicated to discovering and supporting talented writers and working with them to craft exceptional stories. You can selfpublish your book, hire a publishing services company or hybrid publisher, or find a legitimate childrens book publisher childrens book publishers. Ethicool is an australian publisher of childrens books that are focussed on environmental, social, and political issues. Our books are crafted by authors and illustrators whose backgrounds include.
Starfish bay childrens books is an imprint of starfish bay publishing pty ltd, which is an independent publishing house located in adelaide, australia. If youve written a childrens book and want to get it published, you have a few options. At australian self publishing group pty ltd we have the marketing and promotion capabilities to get your book out to the whole world. Work by nonwestern australian authors will be considered when the subject matter has a strong western australian focus. So put on your spy hat and go on an intelligencegathering mission to the childrens section of a large bookstore. Assistance about writing and publishing can be obtained from writers centres. Find out how to submit your children or young adult manuscript. Childrens publishing companies of australia publishersglobals list of australian publishing houses that publish childrens books, ebooks, magazines. Founded in 1991, the company quickly became known for its high quality, innovative product and has been building on that reputation ever since. Help parents choose the right books for their kids.
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