2024 List of Traditional Book Publishing Companies (Nonfiction)
2024 List of Traditional Book Publishing Companies (Nonfiction)
You want to get published, but . . . where can you find a list of book publishing companies and submission guidelines?
The traditional book publishing landscape is constantly changing—and fast!
➜ Presses buy each other out all the time.
➜ New imprints spring up frequently.
➜ And publishers quietly close.
What you really need is a list of American book publishing companies that’s meticulously updated this year.
One that gives you:
A well-organized list of nonfiction publishers (and their imprints)
Submission guidelines (if they’re even accepting submissions in 2024)
100+ pages of information—which includes dozens of publishing companies
The answer to whether or not you need an agent to submit the book proposal
The full spectrum of traditional publishing houses: Big 5, independent trade publishers, university presses, etc.
Because really . . .
You just want someone to tell you which publisher or imprint you should reach out to (whether or not you have an agent) and how to correctly submit your manuscript—what that publisher is looking for.
(And no, that’s not too much to ask.)
Want to hear the great news?
You just found the only author resource dedicated to you—nonfiction authors who want to get their books traditionally published!
And for just $19, you get:
A digital download with a full listing of publishing companies with a description of the publisher (or imprint) in their own words
A link to their submission guidelines (if they're accepting unsolicited submissions)
Dozens of traditional publishing houses
Updated info for 2024
100+ pages
Once your purchase is complete,
Get your copy of the 2024 Nonfiction Publishers List
Find your ideal nonfiction book publisher and learn what they’re looking for
Submit your author query letter and/or your book proposal
Get one step closer to getting a book deal
I can’t wait to see which publishing companies you end up contacting!
Read more about the 2024 List of Traditional Book Publishers for Nonfiction Authors here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When should I buy this list?
A: If you’re considering traditional publishing, you’ll want this list. Before you can finish and send your query letter or your proposal, you’ll want to see what your options are and what potential publishers are looking for!
Q: What will I be able to do with this list?
A: You’ll be able to identify potential publishers for your book! Conveniently browse and search the PDF (which is full of helpful info and tips about getting published!) You’ll have a list of publishers (and imprints) that you can approach without an agent, and a list of publishers that you can approach only with an agent. You’ll have links to publisher websites and submission guidelines, and for each publisher, you’ll see what they publish and how they describe themselves, in their own words. You’ll be one step closer to getting a book deal!
Q: What exactly is a traditional publishing company? What is an imprint?
A: There’s more about the traditional publishing industry and the types of publishers in the list! In short, a traditional publishing company (i.e, HarperCollins or the other Big 5 publishing companies) acquires book manuscripts. They edit, package, distribute, market, and sell books. They pay you an advance and/or a cut of the profits from sales (royalties). You don’t ever pay them. Imprints are brand names used to publish books in a specific genre or for a specific audience. Some imprints are once-independent publishers that have been acquired.
Q: Which traditional publishers are included in this list?
A: Nearly all of the US-based traditional publishers of nonfiction books. Several hundred in all, each with their nonfiction imprints listed. Whether you’re looking for a Christian or conservative publisher, a liberal or an LGBTQIA+ publisher, you’ll find plenty of options among the many publishers on this list.
Q: Can I really get published without an agent?
A: You can! Dozens of publishers are accepting unsolicited book proposals in 2024. You’ll have the most up-to-date information available, so you can reach out yourself, if you’d like.
Q: Aside from authors, who else has bought this list?
A: Freelance editors and book designers, booksellers, librarians, and author coaches.
Q: I’m not an American. Should I still buy this list?
A: Probably not—unless you intend to publish with a US publishing company.
Q: Are refunds available?
A: No. All sales are final. It’s an incredible resource (available for just $19) that took weeks to curate and verify. I’m confident you’ll find this list helpful. If you have any questions about this list of publishers before buying, just ask.
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