Of those are hundreds of book publishers, quite a few of them are blackowned meaning they are owned by african american entrepreneurs and usually produce titles for african american readers. One of the most important urban fiction publishing requirements is formatting. Real african publishers independent publishers group. If you see information that needs to be changed, please contact us. Heres our list of reputable book publishing companies you might consider working with. Black literary agents find all african american literary agents looking for new authors using the official literary agencies directory. All are traditional publishers, and none require an agent. They have a number of imprints and have good distribution in the uk. Christian books and inspirational african american. Sky pony is a subset of skyhorse publishing, specifically for younger readers. A boutique literary agency, van aggelen african literary agency only receive queries via email. Africanamerican book publishers in the united states.
This ultimately built her confidence in pursuing a career in african american literature. Genesis press is the largest privately owned african american book publisher in the country. As a specialized publisher of science fiction and fantasy, baen books is based in new york city. Georgias small business book publishers that supports freelance writers of. Ala editions is a professional and reference book publishing imprint of the american library association.
All information in these listings are from the publishers. This is our listings of african american book publisher. Most are from a christian perspective biographies, devotionals, bibles, childrens books, urban christian fiction. The publishers and distributors listed on this page are publishers and distributors in africa and around the world that either focus exclusively on africarelated books or publish a significant number of books. Serendipity literary agency, brooklyn ny client list founded and owned by regina brooks, serendipity is the largest african american owned literary agency in the country. Our list of literary agents includes all 22 black book agents working at 16 different literary agencies in the united states. Scroll below to learn more about black book agents such as faith hampton childs with faith childs literary agency, regina brooks with serendipity literary agency, sarah bolling with the gernert company, and susan ginsburg with writers house. Borealis book was founded in 1972 to encourage and publish new canadian writers who. Christian fiction african american, christian fiction.
Literary agents for african writers african literary. Here are seven of the top blackowned book publishers. Notable african american titles 20172018 publishers weekly. Books of interest to african americans and people of color. Urban books is a wellknown, mainstream indie book publisher that specializes in urban novels that focus. Sep 05, 2017 manic d press is an american literary press based in san francisco, california publishing fiction novels and short stories, poetry, and graphic novels. Publishers of quality literary fiction, nonfiction and ebooks. You need to know the specific genre and subgenre of your book. It has a particular proclivity for africanamerican stories, mysteries, true crime, and westerns. We publish quality books and other publications with a focus on cultural and political history, biography and autobiography, art.
Petersburg timesin the exciting, yet frightening days of freedom summer in 1963, two very different african american. African fiction and non fiction books and high quality cook books. How not to talk about african fiction books the guardian. Mainstream american publishers launch large number of. These publishers are publishing books concerned with african american issues. Here are six african american publishers who remain in the trade, committed to sharing highquality literature and non fiction to challenge and inform.
Goldens style is modern, refreshing and accurately captures a slice of african american life. Ste publishers is an independent south african publisher founded in 1996. The founderceo is tony rose, an naacp image award winner. Christian books and inspirational african american novels explore love, romantic. Founded in columbus, mississippi in 1993, by two african american attorneys, genesis spawned the indigo. In addition to ya books, they also publish some childrens books, but they dont limit to a specific age range. Urban fiction publishing requirements urban fiction news. A number of the books they have published have been subsequently picked up by american publishers. Weve organized the list in an easily searchable table so you can quickly find the publishers that publish the type of book youre looking to get published. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers. Four black owned indie publishers aspiring authors should know.
Our books often change the way readers think about fundamental issues. Some publishers only publish romance novels, while others may only publish nonfiction business books. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon kindle store best sellers. Book publishers specializing in canadian literature, poetry, fiction, non fiction, native, aboriginal and critical texts. Kassahun checole, a native of eritrea who immigrated to upstate new york in the. Black literary agents find african american book agents. Since its founding in 1974, kensington has introduced. Publisher imprints with books written by or about people of african descent highlighted on african american literature book club celebrating our literary legacy since 1997 black literature is for everyone african american literature book. For many, like black classic press and just us books. Good fiction isnt borne out in the comfortable and easy living we might dream. We publish quality books and other publications with a focus on cultural and political history, biography and autobiography, art, photography and education. Jun 19, 2018 the first nonfiction book was heavy reading. Kensington publishing, located in new york, is known as americas independent publisher.
This is africas bwesigye bwa mwesigire looks at the other side of the coin through the made in africa ii series, where he talks to seven publishers at the centre of the growth of new african. If so, be sure to check out our list of 16 top african american book publishing. Blackowned publishers you need to know about book riot. In marketing african fiction, the conventional practice among publishers both in africa and the west has been. Young adult literature for african american audiences. While african american book publishers have been active in the united states since the second decade of the 19th century, the 1960s and 1970s saw a proliferation of publishing activity, with the establishment of many new publishing houses, an increase in the number of titles published, and significant growth in the number of african american. Head of zeus is a uk based print publisher that was founded in early 2012. It has multiple imprints, and as a whole publishes over 500 titles every year. Science fiction and fantasy book publishers book publishing. African american studies, womens studies, child and family issues and nature and the environment. As a specialized publisher of science fiction and fantasy, baen books is based in new. Bestselling african american novels chistell publishing womens.
Mar 01, 2017 in this post, you will be introduced to 5 african american literary agencies and agents currently seeking manuscript submissions. Top 7 blackowned book publishers that you should know. Africanamerican book publishers in the united states, 1960. Best sellers in childrens africanamerican story books. The publishers and distributors listed on this page are publishers and distributors in africa and around the world that either focus exclusively on africarelated books or publish a significant number of books on africa each year. Top 7 blackowned book publishers that you should know about. Winner of the 2017 national book award for fiction, wards novel probes the rural american south, history and racism through troubled lives of a multiracial american family. Contemporary woman there comes a time in every womans life when she must put herself first. Africanamerican book publishers in the united states, 196080. By understanding your genre, youll know which publishers to pursue and which to ignore. Score a book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book.
Discover the best african american literary fiction in best sellers. Publishing powerful plots woven by renowned wordsmiths such as david weber, author of the harrington series of novels, baen openly accepts unsolicited manuscripts. In 1993 beacon was voted trade publisher of the year by the literary market place. Discover the best childrens african american story books in best sellers. They publish a wide variety of work including non fiction, literary fiction, general and genre fiction.
New york, ny september 21, 2006 vibe media group and kensington publishing announced today the acquisition of the first title in the vibe street lit franchise, death around the corner. While african american book publishers have been active in the united states since the second decade of the 19th century, the 1960s and 1970s saw a proliferation of publishing activity, with the establishment of many new publishing houses, an increase in the number of titles published, and significant growth in the number of african american bookstores. Borealis book was founded in 1972 to encourage and publish new canadian writers who demonstrate talent and potential for signifi. Ala graphics produces promotional products in support of libraries, literacy and reading. Sep 09, 2012 a quick word from the wise, well me dont do it publishers are turned off or more politely annoyed with a synopsis that doesnt give it away so to speak. Weaving together homers odyssey with other sources, miller crafts a classic story of female empowerment by following circe from awkward daughter of helios to her. African american book publisher book publishing companies. The african american literature book club started out in 1998 as an online. This series takes both chronological and thematic approaches to topics and individuals crucial to an understanding of the african american experience.
Find awardwinning books about black history and culture for young. American library association ala editions chicago, united states. They are looking for a wide range of subjects, including art, theater, childrens nonfiction, calendars, memoirs, pop culture, politics, history in short, if it isnt fiction, they want it. Beacon press is an independent publisher of serious non fiction. For now, however, presses continue to bring books to market. Black literary agents find all african american book agents appearing on our list of literary agents using the official directory of literary agents. African american book publisher this is our listings of african american book publisher. Many urban fiction publishers dont require a synopsis but be prepared if you find one that does. Here are six african american publishers who remain in the trade, committed to sharing highquality literature and non fiction to. In addition, beacon and its authors have received national book awards, the american book. Avon is looking for big, high concept historical and contemporary romances. Kensington is considered a leader and innovator in such areas of publishing as african american, cozy mysteries, westerns, and of course, romance. This company is one of the first major publishers of urban fiction books. Smashwords african american fiction bestsellers first.
Blackgold publishing covers songs, novels, poetry, as well as. Since 1941, wayne state university press has been a distinctive urban publisher of. African american fiction, american fiction, books barnes. Jack jones literary artsan allblack, allfemale firmis seeking to change that, committing to publishing and promoting books by writers who have. In these fifteen superb stories, this essential author of african american fiction gives us compelling portraits of a wide range of unforgettable characters, from sassy children to cunning old men, in. Founded in columbus, mississippi in 1993, by two african american attorneys, genesis spawned the indigo imprint, which was rapidly followed by indigo after dark, a series of erotica anthologies, and love spectrum, which portrays interracial relationships. This phoenixbased publishing company is the nations largest africanamerican publisher of selfhelp books and music biographies. May 07, 2014 39 west press website from the publisher 39 west press is an independent book publisher committed to releasing books that encourage critical thinking and promote constructive discourse on key social, cultural, political, and economic issues affecting life in the u. Kassahun checole, a native of eritrea who immigrated to. Find awardwinning books about black history and culture for young readers of all ages, including picture books, middle grade, and young adult novels. Discover the best african american urban fiction in best sellers. Tiny fox press is headed up by four writerseditors you can get to know from their. Electronic submissions are required, with nothing more than a covering letter and your personal details requested.
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