Book publishers agents ireland

Offering a full range of publishing consultancy services, from one to one mentoring and critiquing, to ghostwriting and cover design, inkwell are literary scouts who work with agents and publishers both in ireland and the uk. For information on becoming a member, please click here. Heres our list of 89 literary agents that currently accept submissions for childrens books. Based in cork, mercier press is the oldest independent publishing company in. The literary agents list includes agents and literary agencies that represent poets, fiction writers, and creative nonfiction writers, plus details about the kind of books theyre interested in representing, their. For a details of authors whom inkwell have placed with agents, publishers or helped along the way, click here. Colourpoint creative ltd is the largest northern ireland publisher and one of irelands leading publishers, specialising in range of subjects from northern ireland, irish and general interest books covering. Remove book filter to see the list of all irish publishers.

I personally own or have read at least one book by all of the publishers on this list. Larger publishers often take upwards of a year to produce and distribute a book. The success of the book proved that there was a demand for alternative ways of thinking in the new. This was hugely significant in 1940s ireland and its influence on irish life cannot be underestimated. Jeff herman opened his literary agency in the mid1980s while in his mid20s. They have provided lists of irish agents and publishers, which are updated as required. She is the publisher of the hot sheet, the essential newsletter on the publishing industry for authors, and was named publishing commentator of the year by digital book world in 2019. Literary agents in and around ireland emerging writer. Mark malatesta is a former literary agent turned author coach. Book publishers of ireland list of book publishing. Please contact us if you have any questions about your work on. Should you wish for us to return your manuscript at a later date, please enclose a stamped addressed envelope or sufficient postage in uk stamps. List of literary agents 20202021 book agents looking. Whether the writer writes literary fiction, young adult, mg, upmarket, genre fiction or some blend of each, whether the author is seeking an agent for fiction or nonfiction, for novels or memoirs, short stories, essays, biographies.

Thoroughly researched and well documented, it is the. Jeff herman agency literary agent specializing in non. We are here to help all great irish writers tell their stories to the world. Penguin ireland have just appointed highly experienced writer and teacher, claire hennessy as their childrens and ya editor claire will read unsolicited manuscripts and will accept. We will respond to all enquiries as quickly as possible, usually within a week.

The feldstein agency, formed in 2007, is a diverse literary agency and publishing consultancy. Electronic versions of your full manuscript should be in one file and not separate chapters. By using our website you agree to our use of these cookies. Includes all literary agents currently active in the uk. Proud to be funded by the arts council of ireland submissions little islands publishing lists are full for the next two years, and for this reason, we regret to say, we are not accepting any submissions for the. Our childrens books are wellloved by young readers and parents alike. Also updated every year, this is targeted toward writers and widely. Jeff hermans guide to book publishers, editors, and literary agents. Irish publishersagents creative writing ink ireland. For a details of authors whom inkwell have placed with agents. Should you wish for us to return your manuscript at a later date, please enclose a stamped. Farmar publish general nonfiction including books on medical. The press strives for the widest market for authors and have a broad network of overseas rights agents to represent the books for all major.

A literary agent in northern ireland, paul feldstein is cofounder. Svetlana pironko is director of author rights agency in dublin. The success of the book proved that there was a demand for alternative ways of thinking in the new ireland, and was a radical new approach to catholic publishing, in which mercier went on to become a world leader until vatican 2 in 1962. If youre an irish author who has written a book, and you believe it has strong commercial potential, youre going to need a literary agent to. Independent publishing house irish book publishers. Since then they have gained a reputation for publishing thoughtful books in a variety of literary genres including literary fiction. Jonathan williams literary agency rosney mews, upper. The manuscript publishers on this list cover a wide range. The fastest and easiest way to send us your submission. Page 1 of 1 of all the publishing companies in the directory of publishers of ireland that are listed under book publishers. We highly recommend you read our full guide to finding a literary agent and make sure you do your research.

This time, its 10 steps to getting a literary agent, though i have to warn you, the most important steps are the novelwriting ones. A comprehensive industry reference book, updated every year, usually found in, or accessed from, your local public library. Whether the writer writes literary fiction, young adult, mg, upmarket, genre fiction or some. Nov 23, 2015 6 publishers accepting manuscripts from writers no agent needed published on november 23, 2015 november 23, 2015 37 likes 7 comments. You will receive an email notification once your submission is received by our. Submissions ireland incredible books from hachette ireland. Selfhelp book publishers self help publishing self. Creative writing has become an industry in ireland over the past decade. The following is a list of publishers and literary agents in ireland.

Getting published irish writers centre dublin, ireland. All of the publishers on this list have published books that won or were nominated by industry members for awards. Publishing ireland was founded as cle, or irish book publishers association, as a response to the need felt by irish publishers to share expertise and resources in order to benefit from opportunities and solve problems which were of common concern to all. Ireland resources irish literary agents and publishers. Please note that full membership of publishing ireland requires certain criteria to be met, and that individuals and. As such, they are obliged to follow our code of practice and are entitled to full membership benefits.

How to find a literary agent for your book jane friedman. Most major publishers are part of a larger media conglomerate, prominent. We are here to help all great irish writers tell their stories to the. From the brilliant picture books of sue hendra and david tazzyman and the quirky characters from the witch wars. Book publishers of ireland listing all 7 book publishers listed in the irish publishers directories page 1 of 1 of all the publishing companies in the directory of publishers of ireland that are listed under book publishers. Hachette ireland only accepts fiction submissions sent to us via an agent no unsolicited fiction submissions will be considered. For one thing, there is a shorter gap between acceptance of a manuscript and production.

Childrens publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts lou. Proud to be funded by the arts council of ireland submissions little islands publishing lists are full for the next two years, and for this reason, we regret to say, we are not accepting any submissions for the time being. List of literary agents 20202021 use our free lists of book agents in our literary agencies database for all book agents near me searches. Irish publishers and literary agents creative writing ink ireland. His areas of editorial expertise include popular business, spirituality, and most other areas of nonfiction. Bookbaby authors can now publish and sell their printed books and ebooks in the worlds biggest bookstores. Offering a full range of publishing consultancy services, from one to one mentoring and critiquing, to ghostwriting and cover design.

Modern publishing is a tricky game especially when trying to figure out the biggest names within that game. Ten respected publishers that accept unsolicited submissions. Please select a country afghanistan albania algeria american samoa andorra angola anguilla antarctica antigua and barbuda argentina armenia aruba australia austria azerbaijan. Get started with an online quote or call 18779616878 to talk to a bookbaby publishing specialist today. The literary agents list includes agents and literary agencies that represent poets, fiction writers, and creative nonfiction writers, plus details about the kind of books theyre interested in representing, their clients, and the best way to contact them. Find out what kind of kind or genre of book each publisher produces, e. Irish boating and maritime news website and magazine. Persea books is an independent book publisher based out of new york that was established in the 1970s.

Go to the directory of irish publishing companies to see a list of irish publishing houses and irish publishing services companies sorted by category. Hachette ireland incredible books from hachette ireland. You will receive an email notification once your submission is received by our editorial team. Welcome to publishing ireland, the irish book publisher s association. By clicking submit i am signing up to receive news about books, authors, and more from penguin random house. Get started with an online quote or call 18779616878 to talk.

Thankfully, there are still a few childrens book publishers who are happy to wade through the slush pile, that teetering tower of manuscripts we imagine fill up a. Farmar publish general nonfiction including books on medical, social and business history. Accepting submissions in all genres austin macauley. The following publishers are all full members of publishing ireland.

Bill jeffrey literary agent the wordsmiths forge, 20 elm. Founded in 1971, blackstaff press is deemed as one of the leading publishers. Please fill in and upload all relevant information in the form below. Publishing consulting for industry colleagues and individuals. Including distributors, sales agents and wholesalers.

Irish language publisher of childrens books, school textbooks, dictionaries, music and general readers for adults. Also updated every year, this is targeted toward writers and widely available from booksellers. Jul 21, 2010 updated december 2019 you cant get published without an agent, and you cant get an agent without being published or so the adage goes. Best literary agents 20202021 all genres top book agents. As coloring book publishers, we have professionals who can help you create a unique and attractive design for your custom coloring book. For agents it includes their address and phone number as well as their educational background, career history, hobbies and other profile information. Mark now helps authors of all genres fiction, nonfiction, and childrens books get top literary agents, publishers, and book deals through his company literary agent undercover and the bestselling author. Covering the full spectrum of genres and markets, we are the leading irishbased publisher.

Apr 30, 2019 while the big five publishers require an agent, many smaller publishers do not. Please contact anna farmar before submitting manuscript. But most uk publishers do not accept unsolicited manuscripts so you will need to submit your work through an agent. For the firsttime writer, getting published can feel rather like alice in wonderland after shes been knocking. There are some important advantages to publishing with a smaller press. Writers guide to book editors, publishers, and literary.

Offering a full range of publishing consultancy services, from one to one mentoring and critiquing, to ghostwriting and cover design, inkwell are literary scouts who work with agents and publishers both in. The material you have submitted is the authors own creative andor well researched work. Oct 06, 2014 penguin ireland have just appointed highly experienced writer and teacher, claire hennessy as their childrens and ya editor claire will read unsolicited manuscripts and will accept them by email. The team who runs this website and agency is amazing. The below list of 19 new literary agents aims to facilitate a conversation between agents and potential clients. I dont handle horror, science fiction, screenplays, or childrens picture books. Please email a 12 page synopsis of your work and a brief biography and we will advise whether we want to see more material. Some are small presses that only publish a few works of literary fiction a year, others are large established presses that just focus on literary fiction. Publishers how to make a submission to a publisher or journal list of. The lisa richards agency is irelands premier talent agency representing irish.

All of these publishers are open to unsolicited submissions no agent required. Publish and sell your selfhelp book around the world. Publishing no more than 20 new titles a year, we select, edit and. The people who stand between you and admittance to the promised land of traditional publishing. Inkwells aim is to bring your book a step closer to publication and they have many successes. Literary agents association of canadian publishers. Jun 12, 2017 in order to get your book published, you follow a stepbystep process of.