109 personal development (including health & lifestyle, healthy living, fitness, self-help, wellness, and how-to) nonfiction publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts in September 2025
Congratulations on writing your personal development book! No matter if your book focuses on health & lifestyle, healthy living, fitness, self-help, wellness, how-to or something completely different, all of the publishers listed here are currently accepting nonfiction manuscripts without a literary agent.
If you don’t find what you’re looking for here, take a look at my other publishers lists on my blog.
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Beyond Words
Beyond Words was founded in 1983 with the goal of producing the finest photographic table books that this world had ever seen! Their focus has broadened and today they publish a variety of books.
Genre: Children's nonfiction for ages 6 to teens focusing on philosophy and adult nonfiction in wicca, esoteric, occult, oracle, tard cards, mythology, spirituality, diversity and inclusion, dealing with grief, forgiveness, rituals, environmental justice, mindfulness, plans, alternative health, spirit guides, ancient spiritual practices and mindful parenting.
Word count: Not stated.Chronicle Books
Chronicle Books is inspired by the enduring magic of books.
Genre: Nonfiction.
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).Bancroft Press
Bancroft Press is a publisher without a niche! They publish titles they're passionate about.
Genre: Literary fiction and genre fiction, including contemporary, financial thriller, historical, Jewish, LGBTQ+, legal thriller, medical, mystery, political, romance, rural, satire, science fiction, suspense and general thriller. For nonfiction, they accept biography, crime, essays, finance, history, humor, investing, memoir, movie reviews, parenting, politics, psychology, religion, self-help, spiritual and sports.
Word count: Not stated.Aurora Metro
Aurora Metro is an independent publisher in London.
Genre: Adult and young adult fiction, including general, multicultural, historical and drama. For non-fiction, they accept biography, wellbeing, travel, history and books about the arts and popular culture.
Word count: Not stated.Dundurn Press
Dundurn Press is an independent Canadian-owned publisher of contemporary fiction and nonfiction. They only accept fiction submissions from Canadian authors, but welcome nonfiction submissions from writers worldwide.
Genre: Literary fiction and literary nonfiction. They also accept trade nonfiction in the genres of biography, history (especially Canadian and social history), public policy, politics, business, economics, true crime, self help, wellbeing, supernatural, Canadiana and local interest, travel, sport, music, culture, city building, architecture, social science and popular science.
Word count: Not stated.House of Anansi
House of Anansi is a Canadian publisher who publishes 35 books each year
Genre: Literary, upmarket and genre fiction. For nonfiction, they consider creative nonfiction, essay collections and book-length deep dives into lifestyle-oriented books. Their poetry list includes experimentations within lyric traditions.
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.Cambria
Cambria is an independent academic press based in New York and publishes scholarship in the humanities, social sciences, business and international relations.
Genre: Academic nonfiction in the humanities, social sciences, business and international relations.
Word count: Not stated.The Key Publishing House
The Key Publishing House is a progressive publisher built on creating a quality publishing experience.
Genre: Nonfiction including wellness, grief and loss, and journals.
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.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.Green Dragon Books
Green Dragon Books was founded in 1969 in Atlanta, Georgia and publishes a range of books that improve life from childhood through to adulthood.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.Schiffer Publishing
Schiffer Publishing was founded in 1974 in Pennsylvania.
Genre: Nonfiction and children's books.
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.Blue Moon Publishers
Blue Moon Publishers has a mission to provide people with inspiration and support to boost resilience and improve their wellbeing.
Genre: Nonfiction including wellness, grief and loss, and journals.
Word count: Not stated.Fox Chapel Publishing
Fox Chapel Publishing specializes in sharing knowledge, projects and inspiration with their readers. Their books are sold in bookstores, craft specialty stores, art supply stores and more.
Genre: Nonfiction in the area of creative how-to, including wood carving, woodworking, scroll saw, home and gardening, outdoor and general lifestyle, general crafting, knitting, crochet, fiber arts, sewing, quilting, beading, jewelry making, metalwork, coloring, lettering, painting, pet care, cooking, children’s books, and journaling.
Word count: Not stated.Michael O'Mara Books
Michael O'Mara opened its doors in 1985 by Mr. and Mrs. O'Mara. They now have a backlist of over a thousand titles.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.Arbeiter Ring Publishing
Arbeiter Ring Publishing is a left-wing progressive publisher whose mission is to amplify writing from the left. They publish predominately Canadian authors, especially those from Treaty One and the Métis Homeland in Manitoba, but they do consider authors from outside Canada.
Genre: Literary fiction, poetry and nonfiction that aligns with their mission to amplify writing from the left. For nonfiction, they publish art, criticism, politics, biography, autobiography, feminism, business, economics, education, family & relationships, history, language, law, medical, music, performing arts, philosophy, photography, political science, science, social science, technology, travel and sports.
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.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.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.Thornapple Press
Thornapple Press is a sex-positive nonfiction publisher that publishes books discussing relationships, love, sexuality and relational ethics.
Genre: Nonfiction focusing on relationships, love, sexuality and relational ethics.
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.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.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.Kallisti Publishing Inc.
Kallisti Publishing was founded in 2000 in Pennsylvania with the goal to make books that help people succeed.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of personal development, business and inspirational.
Word count: Not stated.Llewellyn
Llewellyn is the oldest publisher specializing in books for the body, mind and spirit.
Genre: Nonfiction focusing on the body, mind and spirit.
Word count: Not stated.Sourcebooks
Sourcebooks is the adult nonfiction imprint of their parent company of the same name, Sourcebooks.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.Exisle Publishing
Exisle Publishing was founded in 1991 with the goal of shining a light on local artists and writers.
Genre: Nonfiction including self-help, health, psychology, travel, business, current affairs, military history, and alternative lifestyle.
Word count: Not stated.Sartoris Literary Group
Sartoris Literary Group publishes books that the majors consider too regional, too controversial, or too “small” for publication
Genre: Genre and literary fiction, including mystery, thriller, romance and coming of age. For nonfiction, they accept biography, memoir, self help, music history, American history, Canadian history, photography and business.
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.Sunbury Press
Sunbury Press is a rapidly growing publisher with six imprints.
Genre: Literary and genre fiction, including history, mystery, detective, police procedural, crime, thriller, horror and young adult. For nonfiction, they accept history, current events, science, reference, art history, local/regional history, humour, spiritual, metaphysical, self help, professional and memoirs.
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.Agate Publishing
Agate publishes books in the general areas of food, cooking, and nutrition-related nonfiction.
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.Joshua Tree Publishing
Joshua Tree Publishing is an innovative publisher dedicated to helping authors making their dreams of publishing their novel come true.
Genre: Genre fiction and nonfiction, including biography, memoir, self help, improvement and the mind, body & spirit.
Word count: Not stated.Bayeux Arts
Bayeux Arts entered the publishing world in 1994. They are committed to producing books of beauty that build bridges across cultures.
Genre: Children's books, middle grade and young adult fiction. For adult fiction, they accept literary, upmarket, western and mystery. For nonfiction, they accept biography, history, art, architecture, theatre, social science, nature, environment, inspirational, health and management.
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.Pan Macmillan Australia
Pan Macmillan Australia is committed to investing in Australian authors and publishes a variety of bestselling books.
Genre: Middle grade, young adult, commercial and literary fiction. For nonfiction, they're interested in narrative nonfiction, contemporary issues, memoir, history, true crime, lifestyle, health, and mind, body & spirit.
Word count: Not stated.Finishing Line Editions
Finishing Line Editions is the fiction and nonfiction imprint of Finishing Line Press. Please note they charge a reading fee of $10.
Genre: Literary, genre and upmarket fiction in the areas of historical, realistic, science fiction, fairy tales, folktales and fables. They also accept narrative nonfiction, short story collections, personal narrative, memoir and narrative procedure (how-to/craft).
Word count: Not stated.Finishing Press Line
Finishing Line Press is an award-winning small press based in Kentucky, USA. Please note they charge a reading fee in all months except November.
Genre: Poetry, chapbooks and fiction, including historical, realistic, science fiction, folk tales, fairy tales and literary. For nonfiction, this includes personal narrative, how to, craft, memoir, literary and narrative.
Word count: Not stated.Text Publishing
Text Publishing is an independent Melbourne-based publisher of fiction and nonfiction. They accept submissions from citizens or residents of Australia and New Zealand.
Genre: Genre fiction, including crime, thriller, erotica, fantasy, paranormal, historical, romance, LGBTQIA+, young adult, and middle grade. For nonfiction, they accept biography, memoir, essays, film, history, humour, philosophy, politics, religion, science, environment, relationships, society, culture, sport, travel and war.
Word count: 10,000-120,000 words.Black Rose Writing
Black Rose Writing is a Texas-based publisher who strongly believes in developing a personal relationship with their authors. Please note that Writer Beware wrote an article about Black Rose Writing. Please do your research before submitting.
Genre: Fiction, including action, fantasy, historical, horror, humor, inspirational, LGBT, literary, mystery, suspense, paranormal, romance, science fiction, thriller, women's fiction. They accept children's books, middle grade and young adult books as well. For nonfiction, they accept biography, memoir, business, history, humor, inspirational, spiritual, military, self-help, sports and true crime.
Word count: Not stated.University of Toronto Press
University of Toronto Press publishes books for academic and general audiences.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.Akan Books
Akan Books is an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers led by June Sarpong, accepting submissions from underrepresented groups in the UK (especially ethnic minority backgrounds, those who identify as working class and those with a disability).
Genre: Genre fiction, including crime, thriller, psychological suspense, romance, historical, contemporary/book club and family drama. For nonfiction, the accept self-help, smart thinking, memoir and parenting.
Word count: Not stated.Central Recovery Press
Central Recovery Press is an independent publisher specializing in behavioral health topics.
Genre: Nonfiction in a variety of genres focusing on relationships, grief/loss, parenting, and addiction and recovery.
Word count: Not stated.Telos Publishing
Telos Publishing is a small UK-based press established in 2000.
Genre: Nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.Abbeville Press
Abbeville Press was founded in 1977 and is an independent publisher of fine art and illustrated books.
Genre: Adult and children's nonfiction.
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.Berrett-Koehler Publishers
Berrett-Koehler Publishers is an independent publisher that aims to connect people and ideas to create a world that works for all.
Genre: Fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Nonfiction in the areas of business development, personal development and professional development.Blue Star Press
Blue Star Press is a small team of creatives who love helping other talented people share their gifts with the world.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of art, crafts, creative how-to, health/wellness, personal growth, home/lifestyle, early education, new parenting and humor.
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.Lexington Books
Lexington Books is the humanities and social sciences imprint of Rowman & Littlefield.
Genre: Scholarly nonfiction in the areas of the humanities and social sciences.
Word count: Not stated.Alcove Press
Alcove Press is dedicated to publishing the stories and ideas that inspire, enlighten, and empower readers. They publish a variety of novels from book club fiction to commercial novels and narrative nonfiction.
Genre: Retellings, contemporary romance, book club fiction, fantasy, romantasy, historical fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.Major Street
Major Street is an independent business book publisher based in Melbourne, Australia.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of leadership, business, entrepreneurship, career development, personal finance, personal development, share market and property investing, self-care, personal growth and motivation.
Word count: Not stated.Dover
Dover Publications is an ecommerce store that is passionate about bringing the joy of reading to book lovers.
Genre: Nonfiction in a variety of subgenres.
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.G Editions LLC
G Editions LLC was founded by publishing veteran Marta Hallett and stands at the intersection of art, creativity and the world of illustrated publishing. Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of fine art, pop culture, fashion, photography, architecture, design, cooking, gardening, children's interests and lifestyle.
Word count: Not stated.John Hopkins University Press
John Hopkins University Press was established in 1878 and is America's oldest university press. Their mission is to publish trusted scholarship and connect people to evidence-based knowledge from leading experts.
Genre: Nonfiction the areas of American history, contemporary affairs, health policy, public health, health & wellness, literary studies, ancient studies, history of science/technology/medicine, education and life & physical sciences.
Word count: Not stated.Nova Science Publishers
Nova Science Publishers was founded in 1985 and is an academic publisher of science, technology and medical books.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of science, technology, social sciences, medicine and health.
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.Hatherleigh
Hatherleigh's motto is to improve your life and change your world. They are dedicated to publishing reliable content in healthy living to inspire people to live active and healthy lifestyles.
Genre: Nonfiction relating to health and wellness, fitness and exercise, living with chronic diseases, medical, self-help and inspirational, and sustainability and green living.
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.Hierophant Publishing
Hierophant Publishing is a book publisher focusing on the body, mind and spirit. Their name comes from the ancient Greek word for a priest or priestess who interpreted sacred mysteries and esoteric principles of the day. Their goal is to publish words that were inspired by silence and help awaken the hierophant within you.
Genre: Prescriptive nonfiction that was written from a state of presence. If you're not sure what that means, their books focus on topics such as living a good life, meditation, healing your body, mind and soul, and astrology.
Word count: Not stated.Holler
Holler is the young adult nonfiction imprint of Quarto.
Genre: Young adult nonfiction, including biography, social issues, self-help, wellbeing and graphic non-fiction.
Word count: Not stated.Inner Traditions
Inner Traditions is based in Rochester, Vermont and publishes books on spirituality and healing.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of spirituality and healing.
Word count: Not stated.Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Jessica Kingsley Publishers purpose is to create positive narratives about difference and encourage social justice by making information and knowledge accessible.
Genre: Nonfiction. Each editor has their own preferences, especially regarding health, neurodiversity and technology.
Word count: Not stated.Praeclarus Press
Praeclarus Press is a small press publishing books on women's health. They strive to publish evidence-based but accessible books.
Genre: Nonfiction relating to women's health, including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and parenting. They are also interested in titles on depression, trauma and violence, cardiovascular health, successful aging and alternative healthcare modalities.
Word count: Not stated.Leaping Hare Press
Leaping Hare Press publishes beautiful books to inspire and empower readers to turn ethical and spiritual values into practical life choices.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of self-help, personal growth, natural and spirituality, creativity, crafts, esoterica and magickal self-care.
Word count: Not stated.Icon Books
Icon Books is an independent publisher specializing in intelligent, quality nonfiction for a general audience.
Genre: Adult nonfiction, including history, biography, memoir, politics, current affairs, business, economics, military history, true crime, popular science, philosophy, psychology, self help, family health, lifestyle, travel, nature, environment, sport, religion and transport.
Word count: Not stated.Down East Trade
Down East Trade publishes regional books local to Maine or books written by Maine authors.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of antiques, art, architecture, biography, body, mind, spirit, business, cooking, craft, hobbies, design, family games, gardening, health, fitness history, nature, humor, photography, pets, reference, sciences, sports, travel, and true crime. They also accept fiction, children's books and middle grade.
Word count: Not stated.New Harbinger Publications
New Harbinger is dedicated to publishing practical, evidence-based tools for mental health professionals as well as self-help books for general readers.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of self-help books for general readers and evidence-based books for mental health professionals.
Word count: Not stated.North Atlantic Books
North Atlantic Books publishes books that promote healing of self, spirit and society. They aim to apply an intersectional lens to their publishing and reject bigotry and oppression in all forms.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of healing of self, spirit and society.
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.Parkhurst Brothers Publishers
Parkhurst Brothers Publishing focuses on publishing the American storytelling movement by publishing books by ethnic and professional storytellers who write for general audiences.
Genre: Fiction and nonfiction, including story-based works such as memoirs, story collections, folktale anthologies and instructional titles, social issues and behavioral psychology titles.
Word count: Not stated.Microcosm
Microcosm Publishing is a colorful, independent publishing house and distributor. They love to encourage skill-building, showing hidden histories and fostering creativity.
Genre: Nonfiction DIY in areas such as Witchcraft, Paganism, Herbalism, mythology, self improvement, scene history, bicycle revolution, queer content and gift.
Word count: Not stated.Mosaica Press
Mosaica Press is an independent publisher of Jewish books.
Genre: Nonfiction relating to Judaism, including Jewish law, health and wellness, history, inspirational, Jewish thought, literature, parenting, personal growth, philosophy, self help, Shluchim and Tanakh and marriage.
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.Quarto Publishing
Quarto Publishing is the general adult imprint of Quarto.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of crafts, art instruction, how-to, personal development, esoteric, arts, food culture, natural history, science, living and gift.
Word count: Not stated.Library Tales Publishing
Library Tales Publishing was established in 2011 and is an independent publishing house renowned for publishing a wide spectrum of bookings. Their mission is to spark a universal love for reading by producing books that cater to everyone.
Genre: Genre fiction including contemporary, mystery, romance, fantasy and similar. For nonfiction, they accept self-help, memoirs and general nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.Oneworld
Oneworld was established in 1986 and is an independent publishing house focusing on stimulating nonfiction.
Genre: Nonfiction in a variety of subgenres.
Word count: Not stated.Rock Point
Rock Point is an imprint of Quarto and publishes books on personal development and everyday spirituality.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of drawing books, guided journals and planners.
Word count: Not stated.Rockpool
Rockpool Publishing is an Australia publisher specializing in spiritual books, wellness books, oracle & tarot cards, and gifts & journals.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of mind, body and spirit, health and wellness, self-help and gift.
Word count: Not stated.Salmonberry
Salmonberry publishes books and educational resources for Indigenous communities with a focus on ecological health and wellbeing.
Genre: Nonfiction. They only accept submissions by Indigenous authors.
Word count: Not stated.Shambhala Publications
Shambhala Publications publishes books that are authentic, timeless and transformational. They are an independent publisher distributed by Penguin Random House.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of Buddhism, mindful living, yoga, psychology, health/wellness, nature, parenting and creativity.
Word count: Not stated.Square One Publishers
Square One Publishers specializes in adult nonfiction written by authors who truly know their topics.
Genre: Adult nonfiction in the areas of alternative health, collectibles, cooking, gambling, health, how to, parenting, personal finance, postcards, self-help and writing.
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.TCK Publishing
TCK is a small independent press established in 2011. They strive to publish books that will educate, inspire and entertain both young and old readers alike.
Genre: Nonfiction, especially self-help, personal development, health & wellness, business, finance, relationships, spirituality, how-to, gardening, nature and workbooks.
Word count: Not stated.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.Thread
Thread publishes thought provoking and fresh ideas that offer a clever solution to a problem or encourages people to discover something new.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of self-development, parenting, popular finance, health, nutrition, fitness, personal finance and inspirational memoir.
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.Timber Press
Timber Press strives to share the wonders of the natural world by publishing books from experts in the fields of gardening, horticulture and natural history.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of gardening how to, garden design, popular science, nature, garden literature and regional/national field guides.
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.Upper Room Books
Upper Room Books is a Christian publisher that guides readers in Christian spiritual formation.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of prayer and other spiritual practices, spiritual formation, Advent and Lent studies, living a faithful Christian life, relationships, healing and wholeness, aging, and creativity and spirituality.
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.Wiley
Wiley has over 200 years of experience in publishing and are advocates of advancement and empower knowledge-seekers to transform today's obstacles into tomorrow's opportunities. They publish books for academics, professionals and the general readership.
Genre: Nonfiction in a variety of subjects including agriculture, arts, architecture, business, management, science, computing, culinary, education, engineering, humanities, law, lifestyle, medicine, nursing, social science and reference.
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.Walter Foster Publishing
Walter Foster Publishing publishes books that help people discover their artistic talents. They specialize in art instruction including traditional pencil sketching, acrylic, oil, watercolor painting, mixed media, hand lettering, and DIY crafting.
Genre: Nonfiction in the area of art instruction.
Word count: Not stated.Watkins Publishing
Watkins Publishing specializes in books for the mind, body and spirit.
Genre: Nonfiction focusing on the mind, body and spirit.
Word count: Not stated.Weiser Books
Weiser Books publishes esoteric and occult teachings from around the world.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of astrology, tarot, witchcraft, magick, Eastern thought and Western mystery traditions.
Word count: Not stated.Wellfleet Press
Wellfleet Press is an imprint of Quarto that publishes books offering unique insights into wellness and spirituality.
Genre: Nonfiction in the areas of wellness and spirituality.
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.Wildhouse Publishing
Wildhouse Publishing is a nonprofit independent publisher that aims to enliven the spiritual quests of people outside or in the margins of established religious and spiritual traditions. They offer practical ways to deepen spirituality and enhance the meaning of their readers' lives by producing spiritual explorations that readers can trust.
Genre: Literary fiction, poetry and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.Woodhall Press
Woodhall Press is an independent publisher of independent authors. They have published emerging writers, poet laureates, and New York Times best-selling authors.
Genre: Genre fiction, upmarket fiction and nonfiction.
Word count: Not stated.Greystone Books
Greystone Books is an independent publisher of books about nature, science, health and social issues.
Genre: Children's books and nonfiction relating to the environment, nature, travel, adventure, health and current issues.
Word count: Not stated.
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