64 cookbook, food and drink nonfiction publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts in September 2025
You’ve written your cookbook, food or drink nonfiction book and now it’s time to pitch it to a publisher! All of the publishers listed here are currently accepting nonfiction manuscripts without a literary agent.
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Chronicle Books
Chronicle Books is inspired by the enduring magic of books.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.University of Regina Press
University of Regina Press publishes a variety of scholarly and trade books on a wide range of subjects.
Genre: Scholarly and trade books.
Word count: Not stated.Flanker Press
Flanker Press publishes general trade books with strong Newfoundland and Labrador content.
Genre: Literary fiction, children's books, middle grade, young adult, upmarket fiction, mystery fiction, historical fiction and nonfiction with strong Newfoundland and Labrador content. For nonfiction, they accept biography, autobiography, cooking, crafts & hobbies, gardening, general, history, humour, nature, politics, reference, religion & spirituality, sea stories, thriller, true crime and wartime history.
Word count: Not stated.Mango Publishing
Mango Publishing is always looking for books that are thoughtful, unusual, and captivating.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.Penguin Random House Australia
Penguin Random House Australia comprises an adult and children’s publishing division. They accept manuscripts from Australian and New Zealand residents or citizens.
Genre: Genre and literary fiction.
Word count: Not stated.Bloomsbury Academic
Bloomsbury Academic promotes excellence and originality in scholarship, teaching, learning, and professional practice.
Genre: Nonfiction include history, architecture, art, contemporary issues, religion, business, technology, science, design, education, environment, food, gender, geography, interior design, math, languages, music, philosophy, psychology, sport, health & wellness, parenting, self-help, true crime and young adult.
Word count: Not stated.Saqi
Saqi Books is a leading independent publishing house of trade and academic books on the Middle East and North Africa.
Genre: Bold nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.Spinner Publications
Spinner Publications publishes the history and culture of southeastern New England.
Genre: Fiction, children's books, poetry and nonfiction in the subgenres of historical narratives, memoirs, photography, art, oral history, biography, poetry, cookbooks that focus on southeastern New England.
Word count: Not stated.Gefen Publishing
Gefen Publishing is a Jerusalem-based publisher which uses Gefen Books as its United States distribution partner.
Genre: Children's books, literary fiction and nonfiction (including learning Hebrew, cookbooks, history, antisemitism, Arabic language, gifts, Holocaust, and art and photography) about Judaism.
Word count: Not stated.Blue River Press
Blue River Press opened their doors in 2004 and has since published over 200 books.
Genre: Fiction (especially mystery), children's books, and nonfiction, including biography, cookbooks, education, health & fitness, history, humor, nature, social sciences, sport, travel and true crime.
Word count: Not stated.Harbour Publishing
Harbour Publishing publishes books on topics concerning the Pacific Northwest of Canada.
Genre: Children's books, young adult, middle grade, literary fiction and upmarket fiction. For nonfiction, they consider cookbooks, food & drink, aviation, art, photography, architecture, memoir, biography, history, geology, literary criticism, maritime, politics, social issues ad the great outdoors.
Word count: Not stated.Arcade Publishing
Arcade Publishing is an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing.
Genre: Literary and upmarket fiction. For nonfiction, they consider adventure, travel, history, literary nonfiction, military history, business, memoir, art, nature, science, food & wine and current events.
Word count: Not stated.HarperCollins New Zealand
HarperCollins is the second largest consumer book publisher in the world. Their New Zealand company was established in 1888.
Genre: Nonfiction. They are not accepting fiction submissions at this time.
Word count: Not stated.Penguin Random House New Zealand
Penguin Random House New Zealand celebrates writers, stories and ideas that entertain and inspire.
Genre: Adult fiction and nonfiction. Children's submissions are closed until 2025.
Word count: Around 80,000 words (guideline).BenBella Books
BenBella Books is a publishing boutique that publishes around 40 books a year.
Genre: Nonfiction, including smart pop, plant-based living, big media titles and commercial.
Word count: Not stated.Massey University Press
Massey University Press welcomes proposals from writers outside of Massey University, New Zealand.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.Beatnik
Beatnik is an independent publishing company who has been in existence for over 15 years. They publish vibrant, meaningful books that tell the stories readers worldwide wish to read.
Genre: Poetry, children's books, literary fiction and nonfiction, including art, design, photography, food & wine and health & wellbeing.
Word count: Not stated.ACTA Publications
ACTA Publications opened their doors in 1957 as a publisher of books and resources for religious education and spiritual development. Now they publish a variety of books in sports, social justice, caregiving and more.
Genre: Children's fiction, poetry, fiction and nonfiction, including sports, social justice, caregiving, grief, gift, cookbooks, humor, religious, biography, crafts and parenting.
Word count: Not stated.Breakwater Books
Breakwater Books was established in 1973 to highlight the vibrant literary culture in Newfoundland and Labrador. Today, they welcome books from authors across Canada.
Genre: Children's books, poetry, literary fiction, crime, suspense, and nonfiction, including art, photography and cookbooks.
Word count: Not stated.Eakin Press
Eakin Press is a trade-book publisher founded in 1979. They were acquired by Wild Horse Media Group in 2013.
Genre: Nonfiction in a variety of subgenres such as biography, ranching, food & drink, legal, military, poetry, rodeo, Texas and sports.
Word count: Not stated.Agate Publishing
Agate publishes books in the general areas of food, cooking, and nutrition-related nonfiction.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.Affirm Press
Affirm Press is an independent Melbourne-based publisher dedicated to publishing Australian stories and ideas. Please note they only accept submissions from Australian authors or authors based in Australia.
Genre: Literary and genre fiction as well as nonfiction that is engaging and entertaining.
Word count: Novel-length work.Touchwood Editions
Touchwood Editions is a small team of creatives who opened doors back in 1984 who publishes Canadian authors, with a strong preference for authors from or writing about western Canada.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction in the areas of food, wine, art, photography, gardening, pets, house, regional history, popular history, memoir and narrative.
Word count: Not stated.Boulder Books
Boulder Books is an innovative Atlantic Canadian book publishing company, dedicated to high-quality works that explore unrepresented parts of Canadian culture.
Genre: Children's books and nonfiction, including biography, cookbooks, field guides, gardening, gift, hiking, history, hobbies & crafts, maternal health, medicine, nature, photography, saltwater, trivia and vaccines.
Word count: Not stated.Plumleaf Press
Plumleaf Press was created in 2015 as a passion project to create "books to linger over".
Genre: Children's books, literary fiction and nonfiction. They are particularly looking for books aimed at women and children.
Word count: Not stated.Ambassador International
Ambassador International is a publisher with a Christian worldview.
Genre: Children's books and nonfiction, including Christian, cookbooks, fashion, business, finance, history, regional, biography, grief and memoir.
Word count: Not stated.Apollo Publishers
Apollo Publishers exclusively publishes timely and topical nonfiction for adult trade audiences. These topics cover a broad spectrum but are all relevant to our lives today and will still be relevant in the years to come.
Genre: Narrative nonfiction
Word count: Not stated.Honno
Honno is an independent co-operative press committed to bringing the world the best in Welsh women's writing.
Genre: Fiction and nonfiction written by women of Wales. For nonfiction, they consider food writing, women's history, Welsh history, Welsh interest and nature writing. For fiction, they consider crime, thriller, romance, historical, humour, literary, horror, fantasy and science fiction.
Word count: Not stated.BenBella
BenBella was founded in 2001 as a publishing boutique that aims to be the publisher of choice for authors who value personal attention, a partnership philosophy and a creative approach to marketing.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of pop culture, plant-based living, big platform/big media titles and commercial.
Word count: Not stated.Bull Publishing Company
Bull Publishing Company publishes health books that help people take care of themselves and their families.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of pain, caregiving, nutrition, child care, self care and living a healthy life with chronic conditions.
Word count: Not stated.Shadow Mountain Publishing
Shadow Mountain Publishing is passionate about "clean" content and empowering values.
Genre: Genre fiction, including contemporary middle grade, middle grade fantasy, historical romance, women's fiction, young adult fiction, general fiction and historical fiction. For nonfiction, they accept historical, inspirational, cookbooks and religious content for a non-denominational audience.
Word count: Not stated.Columbia University Press
Columbia University Press' mission is to advance knowledge about our world through essential writing and research on the global, urban and contemporary.
Genre: Academic nonfiction in the areas of European history and food, Asian studies, business, neurobiology and behavior, life science, earth science, sustainability, international politics, global, Asian and Middle Eastern history, American politics, American and New York history, social work, animal studies, religion, philosophy, film studies and English literature.
Word count: Not stated.Carnival
Carnival is the food and wellness imprint of Quarto, focusing on authentic international cuisine, delectable feasts, healthy inspiration, treats and quick everyday meals.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of food and wellness.
Word count: Not stated.Fair Winds Press
Fair Winds Press is an imprint of Quarto focusing on providing accessible guidance for living a physically and spiritually healthy life.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of nutrition, cooking, fitness, parenting, beauty, mental and spiritual health, treating sickness and new medicine.
Word count: Not stated.Melbourne University Press
Melbourne University Press was established in 1922 and is Australia's first university press.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.Globe Pequot
Globe Pequot publishers books that preserve history for future generations.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of iconic brands and people, regional interest, history, lifestyle, cooking and food culture, and folklore.
Word count: Not stated.Gibbs Smith
Gibbs Smith is an employee-owned independent publisher whose mission is to impact the communities it serves.
Genre: Nonfiction, including interior design, architecture, cookbooks, arts/crafts, humor and gift, and children's books.
Word count: Not stated.Grub Street
Grub Street is a small, niche independent publisher of books on cookery and military aviation history.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of military aviation history and cookery.
Word count: Not stated.Coffeetown Press
Coffetown Press is based in Kenmore, Washington has been publishing fiction and selective nonfiction and memoirs since 2005.
Genre: Fiction and nonfiction, especially historical and literary fiction.
Word count: 50,000 to 100,000 words.Harvard Common Press
Harvard Common Press publishes accessible books on cooking, parenting and lifestyle.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of culinary, parenting and lifestyle.
Word count: Not stated.Aurum
Aurum is the narrative nonfiction imprint of Quarto.
Genre: Narrative nonfiction in the areas of memoir, biography, polemic, food, feminism, history, sport, science, nature, and travel writing.
Word count: Not stated.Chartwell
Chartwell Books is the illustrated books imprint of Quarto.
Genre: Illustrated nonfiction in the areas of spirituality, health and wellness, history, military, reference, cooking, lifestyle, and inspirational.
Word count: Not stated.Hippocrene Books
Hippocrene Books is an American publisher of foreign language reference books and international cookbooks.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of foreign language reference and international cookbooks.
Word count: Not stated.Interlink Publishing
Interlink Publishing is a Palestinian-owned and Massachusetts-based independent publishing house. They offer global perspective to readers by publishing works of history, activism, politics, art, cultural guides, cookbooks and illustrated children's books from around the world.
Genre: Children's books and nonfiction in the areas of history, activism, politics, art, cultural guides and cookbooks.
Word count: Not stated.River Light Press
River Light Press is a brand new imprint of Aurora Metro Publications which aims to shine a light on great reads that are written by subject experts and scholars.
Genre: Literary fiction, nonfiction and academic writing.
Word count: Not stated.Nourish
Nourish is the food and drink imprint of Watkins Publishing
Genre: Food and drink nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.Laurence King
Laurence King Publishing has been around for over 30 years and strives to publish eye-catching books that capture imaginations and expand horizons.
Genre: Nonfiction, including history, lifestyle, architecture, art, film, illustration, interior design, photography, fashion, food & drink, gardening & nature, music, gift books, graphic design and how to.
Word count: Not stated.Douglas & McIntyre
Douglas & McIntyre is an independent trade publisher in Canada, with bestselling books that have won both national and international awards. They publish predominately Canadian authors.
Genre: Literary fiction and nonfiction, including cookbooks, biography, memoir, art, architecture, photography, environmental issues, gardening, history, humor, literary criticism, maritime, medical, military, nature, social issues, politics and sports.
Word count: Not stated.Minnesota Historical Society
The Minnesota Historical Society Press is a publisher of the history and culture of Minnesota and the Upper Midwest.
Genre: Nonfiction, including general nonfiction, cookbooks and children's picture books relating to the history and culture of Minnesota and the Upper Midwest. They are especially looking for titles in the following topics: Native American history and culture, political and military history, natural history and the environment, cultural and social history, arts, culture, & sports, memoir and literary nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.Prestel Publishing
Prestel Publishing was founded in 1924 and is one of the world's leading publishers in the fields of art, architecture, photography and design. They publish in all aspects of these genres from pop culture to fashion to children's fiction.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of art, architecture, photography and design. This includes related categories such as biographies, autobiographies, children's books and food and drink.
Word count: Not stated.Quadrille
Quadrille is a global food and lifestyle publisher that believes in the transformative power of books.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of cookery, craft, lifestyle and gift.
Word count: Not stated.TCU Press
TCU Press publishes the history, culture and literature of Texas and the American West. They are the university press of Texas Christian University.
Genre: Children's books, genre fiction, literary fiction and nonfiction. They publish a wide variety of genres from history, nature, art, biography, photography, humor, young adult, cooking, religion, science, education, law and more. I suggest you look at their website to see the full list as I can't possibly list them all here!
Word count: Not stated.Black&White
Black&White is a Scottish publisher committed to publishing the best books from the most talented writers in Scotland.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of celebrity memoirs, sports, lifestyle, humour, gift, activity, food/drink, Scottish, Irish and nature.
Word count: Not stated.Storey Publishing
Storey Press publishes practical information that encourages personal independence in harmony with the environment.
Genre: Children's nonfiction and adult nonfiction in the areas of gardening, home, reference, crafts, cooking, beer/wine, nature, raising animals, horses, building, farming, homesteading and the mind, body and spirit.
Word count: Not stated.Pelican Publishing
Pelican Publishing releases an average of 30 titles a year, related to identifiable regions around the United States.
Genre: Children's, middle grade, young adult and adult nonfiction.
Word count: 40,000 to 100,000 for adult nonfiction. Maximum of 25,000 words for young adult and middle grade. Children's books can be up to 1,100 words.Ryland Peters & Small
Ryland Peters & Small is an independent, illustrated publisher who creates beautifully produced books.
Genre: Children's books and nonfiction in the areas of interior design, food/drink, craft, mindfulness/spirituality, health, humor and pop culture.
Word count: Not stated.The Bright Press
The Bright Press is dedicated to producing beautiful books that inspire a wide range of enthusiasts.
Genre: Nonfiction that inspires enthusiasts, such as gardening, science, beer and artists.
Word count: Not stated.The Experiment Publishing
The Experiment Publishing was founded in 2009 and believes every book is a test of new ideas.
Genre: Nonfiction, including narrative and practically oriented nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.University Press of Kentucky
The University Press of Kentucky's mission is to publish books of high scholarly medit and to publish significant books about the history of Kentucky and its surrounding regions.
Genre: Nonfiction, including bourbon, cookbooks, creative nonfiction, memoir, Appalachian studies, music, African American studies, film, veteran studies, media, pop culture, books about Kentucky, environmental, ecology, natural history, field guides, agriculture, Agrarian studies, civil rights and sports.
Word count: Not stated.The O'Brien Press
The O'Brien Press is a leading general publisher of adult and children's books in Ireland. They publish a range of books and are always looking to explore new and exciting areas.
Genre: Children's fiction, children's nonfiction and adult nonfiction. They are more likely to publish authors based in Ireland but are open to submissions from authors all around the world.
Word count: Not stated.Ulysses Press
Ulysses Press publishes books that seek to move along the cultural cutting edge. They do this by publishing books at the forefront of emerging trends and finding unique angles on established topics unexplored by other publishers.
Genre: Genre fiction and nonfiction that stands out and fills demonstrated niches in the trade book market. For nonfiction they accept humor, true crime, pop culture, cooking, health & fitness, self help, education, DIY, gifts and tarot & magic.
Word count: Not stated.Victory Belt Publishing
Victory Belt Publishing was founded in 2006 by New York Times bestselling author Erich Krauss.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of cookbooks, health and wellness, and fitness.
Word count: Not stated.Voyageur Press
Voyageur Press publishes books in five key areas: self-sufficiency, beer and spirits, regional American cooking, popular science and music.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of self-sufficiency, beer and spirits, regional American cooking, popular science and music.
Word count: Not stated.White Lion Publishing
White Lion Publishing is an imprint of Quarto that strives to help readers understand and enjoy the world around them through expert writing, visually striking design, and innovative formats.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of self-care, lifestyle, popular culture, travel, issues and activism, and food and drink.
Word count: Not stated.
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