Small Press
akashicbooks.comAkashic Books
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Publishing focus
Akashic Books is a Brooklyn-based independent company dedicated to publishing literary fiction, crime fiction, music/pop culture books, and political nonfiction by authors who are either ignored by the mainstream, or who have no interest in working within the ever-consolidating ranks of the major corporate publishers.
Selected authors
Bernice L. McFadden, Nina Revoyr, Joe Meno, Nelson George, Adam Mansbach, Elizabeth Nunez, Arthur Nersesian
Calls & opportunities
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Akashic Books accepts unsolicited submissions, but writers should carefully review their submission guidelines on the website before sending any material. They typically seek full-length manuscripts in fiction (literary, crime, urban) and non-fiction (political, cultural), and they have a strong interest in diverse voices. Simultaneous submissions are generally accepted, but notify them immediately if your work is placed elsewhere. Include a brief cover letter with a synopsis, author bio, and contact information. Response times can vary, so patience is advised. For poetry, they rarely accept unsolicited manuscripts unless through specific calls. Always check for open calls or themed anthologies, as these are common entry points.
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