Canada s largest publisher and distributor of childrens books. The canadian childrens book centre ccbc is a national, notforprofit organization. I have compiled a list of canadian childrens book publishers here as a goto resource for anyone wanted to pitch, query, andor submit a manuscript to a canadian publisher list of canadian childrens book publishers. Childrens book packages from archway publishing self. At the time, the only thing i had to show for my writing was a computer full of stories and a binder full of. When i published my first book boredom busters, i did extensive research into who in canada publishes childrens books. Raincoast books offers fullservice sales, marketing and logistics for publishers needing canadian book distribution.
Their childrens books range from fiction for eight to twelveyear olds, to teen titles, and books for young adults. Potamitis publishing potamitis publishing orthodox. Childrens publishers directory of canada list of childrens. You do not have to have an agent in order to be published in canada. High quality picture books, juvenile and young adult novels, and nonfiction. Tyndale publishes christian fiction, nonfiction, childrens books, and other resources, including bibles in the new living translation nlt. Childrens publishers directory of canada listing 11 to 20 of 46 childrens publishers listed in the canadian publishers directories page 2 of 5 of all the publishing companies in the directory of publishers of canada that are listed under childrens publishers. Since 2007 our family has been publishing dogmatically correct, and enviably beautiful and intriguing books, posters, stickers, and cds for orthodox children around this blessed globe. Choose from a range of square and landscape formats on beautiful photo paper or portrait formats on regular uncoated paper. We offer a range of childrens book formats to bring your tall tales to life.
Many aspiring and even accomplished authors dream of writing a childrens book. Dc canada education publishing is a small innovative publisher of childrens books, games, and music in ottawa, canada. You can self publish your book, hire a publishing services company or hybrid publisher, or find a legitimate childrens book publisher childrens book publishers. Publishes franklin the turtle series and books about elliot moose. Briefly, the canadian childrens book publishing scene is quite different from that in the u. She explains the process of conceptualizing, writing, and self publishing childrens books from soup to nuts. Our innovative, awardwinning titles are wellknown for combining information with entertainment, making them favorites of kids, parents, teachers, and librarians alike. Most canadian childrens publishers are small and rely heavily on. Whether youre selfpublishing a childrens book about sharing life lessons or making a kids book to share some laughs, bookbaby makes it easy to print and deliver your story to kids and parents around the world. Barefoot books creates carefully crafted childrens books, childrens cds and childrens gifts that spark imagination, exploration, and creativity. Groundwood books is an independent canadian children s publisher based in toronto.
Our staff includes graphic artists, typeset specialists, publicity agents, staff editors, chief editors, distribution coordinators, wholesale marketers, web designers, social media managers, and customer service specialists. Karen inglis, childrens author and alli advisor on selfpublishing books for children in the second of three posts in this series, allis childrens author advisor karen inglis shares valuable advice gained from the booksellers childrens conference on how to sell books within the challenging market of children aged under. The society of childrens book writers and illustrators was founded to help people navigate a career in childrens books. I wish i could be more encouraging, but this is a difficult business. Besides that, in the selfpublishing world, childrens books arent the strongest sellers or the largest profits. Maybe you have an incredible idea that you cant stop thinking about. The 30 childrens book publishers below all have one important thing in common. Barefoot books awardwinning childrens books, cds and gifts. Please see the guidelines for those respective collections.
Tundra is canadas oldest childrens book publisher, celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2017, and. How to write a childrens book in 9 easy steps complete. Selfpublish a childrens book make a childrens book. Nonfiction, novels, picture books, and craft books.
About 70 percent of the books published in canada do not have an agentassisted contract. Books children love to read, in english and in french. The great news is that youve come to the right place. The mission of tyndale house publishers is to minister to the spiritual needs of people, primarily through literature consistent with biblical principles. We offer a range of children s book formats to bring your tall tales to life. For you to have the best experience on, we recommend using the current versions of firefox, chrome, safari, or upgrading to internet explorer 11 or higher. Have you ever wondered how to write a children s book, and if you have what it takes to create one. Our authors and illustrators are highly acclaimed both in canada and. Christian faith publishing is a fullservice book publisher with offices and operations in the u. Our authors and illustrators are highly acclaimed both in canada and internationally, and our books are loved by children around the world. We specialize in highquality books for children, ages 2 through.
Formac publishing company is a literary publisher with a focus on canada s maritime provinces, and books from maritime canadian authors. The selfpublishing package made for your happily ever after. Since many childrens publishers only accept from agents, this list should save you hundreds of hours combing through the submission guidelines of every childrens publisher on earth. Publishing more than 50 books each year four of which are poetry, house anansi is one of the leading book publishing companies in canada. Our stellar book printing team has produced hundreds of stunning softcover and hardcover books, theses, and covers for authors just like yourself. Welcome to the home of bloomsbury childrens books, general interest publishers of quality childrens books for readers of all ages. Our mission is to discover and market unknown christianbased authors who aspire to craft the greatest spiritual impact imaginable via the written word. Childrens publishing companies of canada publishersglobals list of canadian publishing houses that publish childrens books, ebooks, magazines. Covenant books free author packet publish your book. Self publish childrens books how to make a childrens book. We notice you are using a browser version that we do not support. National library of canada s canadian childrens literature service, which offers it says on their site advisory, reference and bibliographic services based on the can. With a publishing program which began in 1972, dundurn has now expanded to become an illustrious publishing house.
The book is clear and well organized, with enough detail to make it an invaluable reference. Books for children, young adults, and those young at heart. Although they are often whimsical and even a little silly, archway publishing takes childrens books seriously. A query letter, or a letter of inquiry is a cover letter asking if the publisher is interested in publishing your work. Publishers of fiction and nonfiction childrens books. Baker, kevin omalley, carrie jones, simone elkeles, and julianne. We publish books that help men and women find god in ordinary life, and realize sanctity in their work, family life, and everyday activities. It has companies in london, new york, sydney and delhi. Covenant books is an international christian owned and operated book publisher based in murrells inlet, south carolina. Groundwood books is an independent canadian childrens publisher based in toronto. Get started join the thousands of childrens book authors on kdp. Leafing through the pages of picturing canada, i find myself floored by just how much is packed into this history of canadian childrens illustrated booksand their publishing historyfrom the 1700s to the present day. Dundurn publishes a range of fiction for adults and children. Whether youre looking to selfpublish or are interested in a business opportunity, going into book publishing is relatively straightforward, with low startup costs.
The biggest canadian publisher of childrens books, kids can press accepts manuscripts from canadians, but not from children or teenagers. We feature new books each season that cover a variety of challenges kids regularly face, including facing bullies, coping with grief, dealing with divorce, and more. From design to execution to marketing, learn the secrets to publishing your childrens book. Canadian publishing companies were fond of the idea of distributing childrens books, but there were a few constraints on starting the initiatives. The beginning of childrens book publishing in canada canadian.
Children s publishers directory of canada listing 1 to 10 of 46 children s publishers listed in the canadian publishers directories page 1 of 5 of all the publishing companies in the directory of publishers of canada that are listed under children s publishers. Heres our list of 75 publishers that publish childrens book. The secret to selfpublishing childrens books lulu blog. With childrens book layout and self publishing services available in toronto, canada and beyond. While we are no longer publishing new titles for the orca limelights collection, we are happy to consider submissions about performing arts for currents and soundings. List of canadian childrens book publishers parent club. Childrens publishers directory of canada listing 1 to 10 of 46 childrens publishers listed in the canadian publishers directories page 1 of 5 of all the publishing companies in the directory of publishers of canada that are listed under childrens publishers.
Help your kids see all there is to know with dks awardwinning and bestselling childrens books. Disney books official site disney publishing worldwide. Sourcebooks is an independent book publisher outside of chicago that publishes a multitude of topics with the belief that books change lives. Their books for children and teens cover all areas of literature from activity books to nonfiction. While they have a strong roster of authors, the company is always looking for talented writers of fiction with strong plot lines, powerful narrative voice, and memorable characters. Most small businesses run at a loss for 35 years before starting to turn a profit. When you selfpublish you are starting a small business. If youve written a childrens book and want to get it published, you have a few options.
List includes several series written by bobbie kalman. This is the bible for self publishing a childrens book. First choice books is a top self publishing canada company providing excellent book printing services to authors like you weve been in the book printing business for over six decades and dont plan on slowing down any time soon. Bloomsbury publishing is a leading independent publishing house established in 1986. There are also so few agents that it can sometimes be easier to. Selfpublish a childrens book make a childrens book blurb.
Focusing on childrens books gives you a market, and while you might wish to expand later, focusing on one market is. Our publishing specialists are available via phone or email to help you choose which childrens book printing style is right for you. Publish your book with colorful illustrations, artfully crafted covers, and. Our lists include award winners princess academy and gone wild, and favorite authors such as sarah j. Potamitis publishing orthodox childrens books is the first ever orthodox publishing ministry that publishes exclusively books for orthodox children. We have taken our decade of industry experience and bundled together the very best production, fullcolor illustration, and marketing services for childrens books. Beautifully designed to appeal to kids of all ages, dks fun and factual kids books cover a huge range of popular family reference topics, from first words and learning to count to the wonders of the. Owlkids books is a childrens book publisher based in toronto, canada. This is the office which issues the isbn number for canadian books. Before you start sending your story to publishers, you will need to make sure it is as good as it can possibly be.
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