12 Irish publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts in May 2025

Now that you’ve written your novel, it’s time to pitch it to an Irish publisher! All of the publishers listed here are currently accepting manuscripts without a literary agent. I update this list at the start of every month so be sure to check back if you don’t find a publisher that suits your needs.

Don’t forget to check out my developmental editing services or pre-querying package if you want to make sure your novel is in top shape before you send it to a publisher for consideration. I offer a variety of services to suit all budgets, from writers looking for the standard developmental editing experience to those seeking high-level feedback with a quick turnaround time.

1. Cork University Press

   Cork University Press was founded in 1925 and is the oldest university press in Ireland. They aim to stimulate Irish learning by reflecting distinctive and distinguished scholarship.
   Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of Irish Studies, especially history, cultural history, archaeology, landscape, music, art and literary criticism.
   Word count: Not stated.

2. Folens

   Folens publishers educational books and digital content for primary and post-primary teachers and students in Ireland. They are happy to hear from both first time and established authors who are passionate about the subjects they teach.
   Genre: Nonfiction in the area of educational books for teachers and students in Ireland.
   Word count: Not stated.

3. Four Courts Press

   Four Courts Press was founded in 1970 as a small press in Ireland. They have expanded from their roots in theology into Celtic and medieval studies, Ecclesiastical history, modern history, art, literature and law.
   Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of archaeology, architecture, arts, Celtic studies, reference, history, law & legal history, literature, criticism, medieval studies, philosophy, theology and Scottish studies.
   Word count: Not stated.

4. Gill Books

   Gill Books was founded in 1968 and publishes nonfiction on every aspect of Irish life.
   Genre: Nonfiction focusing on Irish life.
   Word count: Not stated.

5. Level Up Publishing

   Level Up Publishing was established in 2019 and is a dedicated LitRPG/GameLit publisher. They are an imprint of Ockham Publishing Group.
   Genre: LitRPG/GameLit.
   Word count: Not stated.

6. Mercier Press

   Mercier Press is Ireland's oldest independent publishing house. They were founded in 1944 in Cork.
   Genre: Literary fiction and genre fiction, including crime, historical, romance and Irish language. They also accept nonfiction that focuses on history.
   Word count: Not stated.

7. Merrion Press

   Merrion is the general books imprint of Irish Academic Press.
   Genre: Trade nonfiction in the areas of current affairs, memoirs, biography/autobiography, Irish history, the arts, politics, heritage and culture.
   Word count: Not stated.

8. Royal Irish Academy

   The Royal Irish Academy’s publishing house is committed to publishing books of the best quality in academic research across a broad range of subjects.
   Genre: Nonfiction for a general audience in the fields of history, archaeology, Irish studies, popular science, material culture and more.
   Word count: Not stated.

9. Salmon Poetry

   Salmon Poetry takes its name from the Salmon of Knowledge in Celtic mythology. They were founded as an alternative voice in Irish literature and today focus on the promotion of new poets, especially women poets.
   Genre: Poetry.
   Word count: Not stated.

10. 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.

11. Tramp Press

    Tramp Press is an Irish publisher launched in 2014 to publish exceptional literary talent. Please note they no longer accept submissions from the US and Canada.
    Genre: Literary fiction and narrative nonfiction.
    Word count: Not stated.

12. Worldwell

    Worldwell was founded in 1986 and is a leading publisher of magazines and books in Ireland.
    Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of Irish history and archaeology.
    Word count: Not stated.

Best of luck with your manuscript submissions! If you want to ensure your manuscript is in the best position to be accepted, check out my developmental editing services, pre-querying package or my free writing advice. Otherwise, take a look at my genre-specific list of publishers for romance, fantasy and science fiction.