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Book Publishing in United Kingdom
A register of firms and the professionals working at them in the Book Publishing sector based in United Kingdom. Browse the public index, then filter or export on Kipplo.
Companies
273 on file
Partner Plus Media
Partner Plus Media is an award-winning publishing company specializing in high-quality, no-cost print and digital marketing solutions. For over 30 years, thousands of businesses across North America have partnered with us through our no-cost program—including some of the world’s most prestigious car dealership brands, boutique hotels, country clubs, and wedding venues—helping to drive revenue and community engagement. As a partner of the National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI), and a supporter of the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC), Ontario Retirement Communities Association (ORCA), and the Funeral Service Foundation, we have become a leading name in the health care industry, creating no-cost print and digital publications for organizations ranging from world-renowned home health and hospice providers to local funeral homes, assisted living facilities, and retirement residences. We are proud to say our books are produced in the USA. We’re honored to empower our partners with meaningful, cost-free marketing that makes a lasting impact. Please feel free to reach out to us at a time that suits you. We’d be honored to discuss our no-cost program with you today.
51 to 200 staff
Hachette Children's Group
Hachette Children’s Group is one of the largest children’s publishers in the UK, with an excellent track record in creating bestselling and award-winning books for children. We are proud to publish a broad range of books for babies to young adults, encompassing baby and pre-school books, picture books, gift, fiction, non-fiction, series fiction, books for the school and library market and licensed publishing. Our fantastic authors, illustrators, series and licenses include Alice Oseman, Cressida Cowell, Kes Gray, Jim Field, Rachel Bright, Onjali Q. Raúf, Dean Atta, Kiran Millwood Hargrave, Adiba Jaigirdar, Alex Wheatle, Alexandra Bracken, Benjamin Zephaniah, J.K. Rowling, Jessica Townsend, Jacqueline Wilson, Chris Smith, Leigh Bardugo, Annabel Karmel, Matthew Syed, David Almond, Tim Peake, L. D. Lapinski, Cariad Lloyd, J.J. Arcanjo, Lu Fraser, Jennifer Lynn Barnes, Ramzee, Lauren Child, Dermot O’Leary, Francesca Simon, Alex T. Smith, Zanib Mian, Giles Andreae, Guy Parker-Rees, Piers Torday, Athena Kugblenu, Suzie Edge, Laini Taylor, Rachel Faturoti, Siobhan McDermott, Rachel Morrisroe, Tanya Byrne, Tigest Girma, Rainbow Magic, Beast Quest, Dinosaur Roar, and How to Train Your Dragon. Follow us to keep up to date with exciting updates and job opportunities.
51 to 200 staff
The Blair Partnership
Neil Blair founded The Blair Partnership in 2011 with a vision to create a more progressive type of agency. As J.K. Rowling’s agent, we have pioneered a new approach to representation that has helped to create and continues to constantly grow one of the world’s major entertainment franchises. We represent a range of people internationally, from debut and established writers to broader talent across business, politics, sport and lifestyle. Our range of work spans publishing, digital, dramatic rights and film production.
11 to 50 staff
Troubador Publishing
Troubador Publishing is a book self-publishing company for serious authors who want to get their books produced to the highest quality, distributed and sold to the market. We help authors publish, promote and distribute their books through a wide range of self-publishing services. From production and marketing to sales and distribution, we'll work closely with authors to ensure that the publishing experience is as high quality as the book itself.
11 to 50 staff
Manchester University Press
Manchester University Press (MUP) is situated in the heart of one of the most vibrant universities and cities in the UK. Founded in 1903, publishing our first books in 1904, our distinctive brand is known globally for excellent research in the Humanities and Social Sciences from leading names and up-and-coming scholars from around the world. We currently publish over 200 books each year, as well as five journals. We believe in books that promote positive change and enrich culture. Discoverability, accessibility and research-ability are all features of publishing that we care about, as well as the traditional values of excellent author care, good design and high production values. We’re proud to be able to say that MUP authors and readers come back to us time and again. Our publishing platforms provide new opportunities for you to interact with us in more ways than ever before. We look forward to hearing from you.
11 to 50 staff
Storm Publishing
Storm is a brand-new digital-first publisher. We’re starting small, but we have BIG plans and are looking for writers to be part of an innovative, author-focused new business. Storm is a new company, but our team are highly experienced – with over 60 years of publishing between them, working for some of the biggest names in the industry.
1 to 10 staff
Titan Books
Leading independent publisher of Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Horror, Crime, Pop Culture, Movie/TV tie-ins & more
11 to 50 staff
Curious Universe Uk
At Curious Universe, we’re all about sparking joy, creativity, and curiosity—through brilliantly designed products that invite everyone to create, explore, and play. Based in the vibrant city of Bath, we’re a passionate, diverse team of designers, makers, and innovators, united by one mission: To create out-of-this world products that make people feel inspired and happy inside. Founded in 2018, we’ve grown fast—selling over 20 million products a year in 38 languages across 77 countries. Our portfolio includes arts & crafts, activity books, toys, stationery and lifestyle products, plus exciting licensed ranges that bring best-loved brands to life in fresh, engaging formats. At Curious Universe, we design products that spark imagination and invite hands-on creativity, turning ideas into experiences that inspire all ages. With a talented and diverse team driving innovation across every department, we’re proud to create products that stand out on shelves and in homes around the world. Along the way, we’ve been proud to earn recognition for both our creativity and company culture, from being named Business of the Year at the Business Leaders South-West Awards to winning Diversity & Inclusion at the Elite Business UK Awards. Our products have also picked up top honours, including the Creative Play Award and Dad’s Choice Award. None of this would be possible without our talented, passionate team of 100+ who are the driving force behind everything we do. The sky’s not the limit. Be extraordinary.
51 to 200 staff
From You To Me
FROM YOU TO ME believe gifting matters. FROM YOU TO ME help you connect through shared moments, reflection and lasting memories. Our beautiful, high-quality gifts are designed to be treasured, today, tomorrow, and always. Many can be personalised to create something truly one of a kind. These are gifts that feel just as good to give as they do to receive. Thoughtful. Meaningful. Unforgettable. CONNECT WITH US: Follow us for inspiration, heartfelt stories, and little moments that matter. Curious minds are always welcome to explore our universe at FROM YOU TO ME. Based near Bath in the south of England, we're not just a company, we're a family with a global heartbeat dedicated to making every gift count. Whether you're a fellow storyteller, a creative mind with a ground-breaking book idea, or someone ready to infuse passion into the world of business or gifting, we'd love to hear from you.
1 to 10 staff
Ling Design
Welcome to Ling Design, one of the UK's longest established publishers of premium greetings cards and gift packaging. We're proud to say that we've been producing design-led, greetings since the 1950's, today we supply hundreds of retailers all over the UK and in 27 countries worldwide. We are also a leading supplier of bespoke greetings cards and social stationery for the charity sector, under Ling Charity. Our seasonal ranges our some of the biggest and most comprehensive in the industry and we have contributed nearly £3 million to amazing charities through sales of our charity card packs. We combine exceptional design with high quality finishes to complete outstanding final products, curated into ranges which are carefully planned to maximise commercial potential for our customers. Ling Design is the home of Talking Pictures, The Curious Inksmith and our sister brand Penny Kennedy well known for its luxury gift packaging. Penny Kennedy specialises in beautifully designed licensed brands including William Morris, Emma Bridgewater and Sara Miller London. For more information please visit Ling Design is owned by Swan Mill Paper Company in 2015. For information about Swan Mill Paper Company visit
51 to 200 staff
Modiphius Entertainment Ltd
A UK- based tabletop games publisher, Modiphius Entertainment launched in 2013 with the World War Two horror themed Achtung! Cthulhu universe and went on to create licensed tabletop roleplaying, miniatures, and boardgames for Thunderbirds, Conan, John Carter of Mars, Infinity, Star Trek, Fallout, Agatha Christie, Dune and The Elder Scrolls Online store:
51 to 200 staff
Publishing Push
Publishing Made Easy We’ve helped over people from more than 15 countries professionally write and publish their books. Keep 100% of your NET royalties.
1 to 10 staff
Storyterrace
StoryTerrace is a publishing-tech scale-up with 30+ employees and a pool of over 600 vetted freelancers in Europe and the United States. The company’s vision is to create a world in which every life story is turned into a book. We're hiring! Either join us as a freelance ghostwriter or as part of our fantastic in-house team. For both options please have a look on our website at 'writers' or 'careers' sections.
11 to 50 staff
Acair
Acair was established in 1977 to provide Gaelic language materials for the ground breaking bilingual education project in the Western Isles. Over 40 years later and we are still one of the biggest publishers of Gaelic language books from children's, fiction, educational to historical, we have published a huge variety of books. We also publish books in English, bilingually and in Scots.
1 to 10 staff
Arcturus Publishing Limited
Arcturus Publishing is a successful independent publisher of non-fiction books for both adults and children based in Central London.
51 to 200 staff
Aurora Metro Books
For more than 30 years, Aurora Metro has been publishing an incredible range of diverse literature from British and international authors. Now a leading independent publisher, their list includes many award-winning books and work translated from over 20 languages. The company publishes fiction, non-fiction, drama, cookery and biographies with a specific interest in art, culture, technology, LGBT. The company runs a biennial competition for women novelists called The Virginia Prize for Fiction. Sister company delivers arts and education projects through the Aurora Metro charity (aurorametro.org), primarily to schools, libraries and community groups. A recent project was the successful campaign to raise for a statue of Virginia Woolf in Richmond which was installed in November 2022.
1 to 10 staff
Book Writting Ltd
Book Writting Ltd is a United Kingdom based registered company that helps publish and market publish various forms of literature from budding to seasoned writers. Visit the website to learn more.
11 to 50 staff
Hungry Minds
Hungry Minds is an international publishing house and a brand known for high-quality, entertaining products that spark curiosity about life. We are creating our products at the intersection of education, entertainment, and art. And a love for products that capture attention and imagination. Our very first book became The Book, a hand-drawn encyclopedia on rebuilding civilization. It became a sensation on Kickstarter, raising $3.5 million, and then turned into a bestseller in several countries, selling over copies worldwide. Many more unique book and non-book projects are on the way, and we are actively seeking talent to join our team. Hungry Minds is not just a company; it is a creative collective of bright, talented individuals from various fields: artists, scientists, writers, and, of course, people who love and excel at working with products — designing, analyzing, delivering, and presenting them in a way that makes you want to buy them immediately. We need not only those who dream big but also those who want to bring these dreams to life. Our team values: – Commitment to product quality – Only interesting tasks / Engaging tasks only – Teal organization – Creativity – Curiosity – Love for beauty / Good taste – Boldness / Courage – Responsibility – Sense of humor (preferably, as we have plenty of it) Our goal is to reveal the magic of the world, inspiring curiosity in all. If you feel a hunger for new and exciting challenges and projects and wish to become part of our large team, we look forward to your applications.
11 to 50 staff
One Golden Nugget
At One Golden Nugget we believe in the power of wisdom-sharing, where successful individuals impart their 'Golden Nuggets'—valuable pieces of advice that can empower others. Through our unique approach, we: Publish Books: Curating collections of Golden Nuggets, we turn the insights of thought leaders and trailblazers into compelling reads that inspire. Produce Podcasts: Our engaging podcasts serve as a platform for voices of experience to reach a wider audience, sparking dialogue and new ideas. Host Live Events: OGN brings together forward-thinking individuals in dynamic live events, fostering networking opportunities and immersive learning experiences. Join us and add 'published author' to your portfolio, leveraging your knowledge into a lasting legacy. Enhance your marketing by engaging with OGN, not only does it enriches lives but also acts as a potent marketing tool, elevates your personal and professional branding and reach.
51 to 200 staff
Pop Up Projects Cic
Pop Up Projects has ceased trading, as of January 2025, due to loss of funding.
1 to 10 staff
Salt Publishing
Salt is one of the UK’s leading independent publishing houses, established in Since its founding, Salt has discovered more than a thousand writers from around the world, and we continue to publish absorbing, bold and surprising voices in fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and short stories.
1 to 10 staff
The Book Guild
The Book Guild is an independent UK publisher dedicated to helping authors bring high-quality fiction and non-fiction to market. We offer both partnership and traditional publishing models, providing professional editing, design, and distribution support to ensure every book reaches its potential. Based in Market Harborough, Leicestershire, we combine the flexibility of an independent publisher with the professionalism of a trade publisher. Our collaborative approach means authors receive guidance and support throughout the publishing journey, helping their work connect with readers effectively.
11 to 50 staff
The Book Shelf
Dreaming of becoming a published author? We’re here to take you from idea to bookshelf. At the Book Shelf, we help aspiring authors create life-changing books on their subject matter expertise and publish great nonfiction because we believe that good books can make the world a better place. Our team of experienced book professionals have worked on over 500 books with authors around the globe from first-timers to New York Times bestsellers. Whether you need coaching, critique, editing, design, proofreading, self-publishing, or marketing—or you want to write a book but don’t know where to start— you're at the right LinkedIn page. Everyone has a book in them. Are you ready to write yours?
1 to 10 staff
Aartec.Com
At aartec.com, we turn imagination into reality. We help founders, startups, and professionals launch and grow faster by giving them access to ready-made, trained remote teams and done-for-you publishing services. Instead of struggling to hire, manage, or build from scratch, we provide everything you need to execute with speed and confidence. What We Do Ready-Made Teams: Skilled remote talent (writers, editors, marketers, researchers, designers) trained and managed to start delivering from day one. Publishing & Content Creation: Ghostwriting books, blogs, social content, and more—helping you build credibility and authority in your field. Affiliate & Partnership Opportunities: Join as a “Cofounder” to refer clients and earn commissions while helping businesses scale. Our Mission To empower entrepreneurs, creators, and companies by removing the barriers of hiring, training, and execution—so they can focus on growth, not logistics. Our Vision To be the go-to platform where talent, publishing, and execution meet—connecting people and ideas that change the world. At Aartec, you don’t just plan your business—you build it.
11 to 50 staff
Hamilton House Publishers
Hamilton House is an English Language Teaching publishing company committed to developing materials that play a critical role in raising the quality of English Language Learning around the world. At Hamilton House, we are well aware that teaching English is a difficult and demanding task and that teachers require innovative, high-quality resources to inspire their students. The editorial and writing staff at Hamilton House draw on their experience of international markets and feedback from many teachers over the years to develop a wide range of materials that will motivate and help students learn English. Our materials combine the best of the latest developments in education in multiple formats and media with CLIL, Values and Learner-centred instruction that address the distinct learning needs, interests, aspirations and cultural backgrounds of individual students and their teachers. All of our books include Interactive Whiteboard Software for teachers and e-books for students.
51 to 200 staff
World Book Of Records
World Book of Records,UK registered in India and england was established by Indian-born (Bharatvanshis) intellectuals to encourage people to showcase their talent through International certification across the world as well as it also honour personalities and lists places of outstanding contribution to humanity and universal peace. Mr. Santosh Shukla, Advocate, Supreme Court of India is the Founder President & CEO of the World Book of Records. World Book of Records Limited, UK is an organization that catalogs and verifies extraordinary records across the world with authentic certification. It is a paramount international organization that inspires people to showcase their talents. It encourages people to break or set new records at the global level. Besides, it invites individuals, significant institutions and places of unique interest across the world to be recorded. It also honors and lists the unique achievements of individuals, places and organizations. It has become a prominent organization in the global scenario. The organization promotes record making and it invites everyone and anyone, in any part of the world to make their dreams and achievements a record-breaking reality.
11 to 50 staff
Darley Anderson Literary, Tv And Film Agency
Darley Anderson Literary Agency, London and UK Literary, TV and Film Agents Specialists in commercial bestselling fiction.
11 to 50 staff
Hart Publishing
Hart Publishing was established by its founders Richard Hart and Jane Parker in 1996 to publish the highest quality works of legal scholarship. After 17 years as an independent publisher Hart became a part of Bloomsbury Publishing in 2013. Hart books aim to be intellectually stimulating and innovative, and they seek to contribute to the academic study of law as well as to its development and practical implementation. Hart's list is international in scope, and is distributed globally. With over titles in print, the list includes textbooks, scholarly monographs, and works for practitioners and spans the entirety of legal scholarship.
11 to 50 staff
Illumicrate
Our motto is ‘books that inspire’. To be inspired is to fill someone with the urge or ability to do or feel something, especially to do something creative. The origin of Illumicrate’s name is ‘illuminate’: talking about books, learning and being enlightened.
11 to 50 staff
Inspired By Publishing
The Go-To Publisher For Entrepreneurs To Publish Their Bestselling Books, Establish Authority in Their Niche, and Leave a Lasting Legacy. Award Award-winning entrepreneur, International Speaker and storytelling Expert, Chloë Bisson founded Inspired By Publishing to give entrepreneurs the ability to publish their books with success and sales without losing their rights or profits.
1 to 10 staff
Jasami Publishing & Productions Cic
Established in Glasgow in 2019, we are an independent publishing house, a Community Interest Company, and social enterprise. Our belief is that a problem is merely an opportunity in disguise. This is why we dedicate ourselves to supporting authors who face unique challenges, problems, and obstacles that prevent assistance through normal channels. We pride ourselves on nurturing exciting new talents and assisting them on their journey to becoming published authors, may this be through us or our self-publishing services. Visit our website at: https://jasamipublishingandproductions-cic.org Join our book club: https://open.spotify.com/show/4dPFZC14o6gWHc9XNDxsZL?si=iHnu_-zTSCuy81qnHGhwSg & nd=1 & dlsi=f172d2613ed44e06
11 to 50 staff
Porter Press International
Around the world,'Porter Press International' is renowned for publishing top-quality motoring books. Founded in 2005 by acclaimed automotive author Philip Porter, it is now firmly established as the leading motoring publisher. The flagship ‘Great Cars’ series has won numerous awards, with subjects including the double Le Mans-winning Ford GT40, Ross Brawn’s Ferrari 250 GT SWB, the Le Mans-winning Jaguar C-type and the Ferrari 250 GTO which sold for a reported $70 million. The unrivalled 'Porter Press' team includes Senior Editor Mark Hughes, the widely-respected former editor of 'Autosport' and 'Classic & Sports Car' who was Editorial Director of 'Haynes' for 15 years. James Page, also a former Editor of 'Classic & Sports Car' is another key member of the team, writing and editing books. Design is headed up by Martin Port, former Art Editor of the same magazine. Authors include Doug Nye, Ian Wagstaff, Keith Bluemel, Mick Walsh, Chas Parker, Rinsey Mills, Mac Hulbert, Richard Heseltine, Mark Cole, Serge Vanbockryck, Steve Saxty, Martin Port, Matthew Field, Sir John Egan, Michael Kliebenstein, Martin Port and Philip Porter, several of whom have won the Motoring Book of the Year awards.'Porter Press' is proud to have worked closely with motoring icons Murray Walker, Martin Brundle, Derek Bell, Gordon Murray and Sir Stirling Moss, the last-named being the subject of Philip Porter’s hugely popular 'Stirling Moss – the Definitive Biography', published in 2016.
1 to 10 staff
Repeater Books
Repeater Books is a company based out of LONDON, ENGLAND, United Kingdom.
1 to 10 staff
Harvey Maps
HARVEY Maps was set up in 1977 to produce maps that would give people the freedom to enjoy walking, cycling and running in open spaces. The maps are created using original photogrammetric and field surveys which make them reliable, detailed and easy to read. All of the maps are made by walkers, for walkers.
11 to 50 staff
Ng Creative Marketing
NG Creative is a freelance digital marketing service specialising in book marketing, design and photography. Whether you are a publisher, agency, author or small business, we offer comprehensive and tailored marketing solutions to aid in promoting your product to your ideal consumer.
1 to 10 staff
Two Windmills
From Magic Water Colouring and sticker books, to scratch art and the multi-million-selling How to Draw 101 series, the books and kits we create inspire imaginative play, creativity, and artistic exploration in kids everywhere. Across three distinct imprints, the company sells more than 11 million books and kits per year in over 70 countries around the world. Captivating books that promote child development, enrich relationships and foster creativity lie at the heart of Imagine That’s publishing range. Alongside a core catalogue of best-selling novelty and activity titles, Imagine That also publish loved and trusted stories under the company’s fiction imprint, Willow Tree. The established Top That brand name is now dedicated to the company’s well-known books plus portfolio.
11 to 50 staff
Memory Lane
Memory Lane Media Ltd is a B2B supplier to the UK heritage sector. It has been operating in this market since 2005. Constantly evolving and adapting, we offer bespoke services in publishing and giftware: developing products and collateral for a portfolio of high-profile heritage clients such as Buckingham Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral, Sandringham Estate, the Royal Opera House, Hever Castle, Canterbury Cathedral and The IWM (Imperial War Museum)
1 to 10 staff
Roll & Play Press
Established in 2020, Roll & Play Press is an independent publisher based in London, UK. We produce quality books, digital content and accessories for tabletop role-playing games. Our first title, Roll & Play: The Game Master’s Fantasy Toolkit, secured support from thousands of RPG fans around the world and won an ENNIE Award for Best RPG Aid / Accessory. We continue to build upon this success with our growing range of gaming companions for fans of Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder and more. Our small, passionate team draw upon years of professional publishing and business experience to create products that inspire and engage the tabletop role-playing community.
1 to 10 staff
3timesrebel Press
3TimesRebel is a small independent press based in Dundee (Scotland). We are born to make visible the invisible, through promoting translated fiction written by women in minority languages. Superb literature. Challenging conversations. Fiction in translation / Minority languages / Women writers only / Fair trade. COMING ON THE 14th OF JULY 2022
1 to 10 staff
Allison & Busby
Founded in 1967, Allison & Busby are an independent publishing house based in central London. We are proud to publish a variety of fiction and non-fiction titles. We publish across many genres, with a core focus on crime, historical and literary fiction. We are always seeking out new, innovative voices within the publishing industry and put this at the forefront of everything we do.
1 to 10 staff
Book Of My Life
Book of My Life is a company based at B21.2 Parkhall Business Centre, 40 Martell Road, London SE21 8EN
1 to 10 staff
Candy Jar Books
Candy Jar Books is an award-winning independent book publisher. We publish a wide variety of quality books, from non-fiction, general fiction and children’s, through to a range of cult TV books. Candy Jar is passionate about discovering and nurturing new authors and offering a fresh perspective on classic genres. Established in 2010, the company brings together skills in book publishing, audio and video production. Explore our website, watch our videos and read about our great new authors and titles.
1 to 10 staff
Filmmaking Planner
Welcome to our dynamic start-up, powered by indie filmmaker Aysha Scott. We're on a mission to shake things up with a range of cutting-edge filmmaking tools and tailor-made film and TV industry stationery. Our objective is straightforward yet profound: to inspire and empower indie filmmakers and creative minds alike. From movie planning tools to resources crafted specifically for indie filmmakers and film directors, our collection speaks the language of innovation. Immerse yourself in the Filmmaking Planner experience, where our film production organisation tools are meticulously designed to simplify the planning journey. Explore our custom-made filmmaking tools, film and TV industry stationery, and specialised UK film industry tools. We take pride in shaping our products to meet the unique needs of the international market, establishing a new standard in the industry. Join us on this transformative journey to revolutionise indie filmmaking equipment and movie planning tools. Immerse yourself in a vibrant community, gain access to exclusive industry insights, and fuel your creativity. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, Filmmaking Planner is your trusted companion to bring your vision to life. Step into a realm where storytelling dreams take flight, guided by the best in custom filmmaking tools and film and TV industry stationery. Welcome to Filmmaking Planner, where we support your journey from idea to screen, one page at a time.
1 to 10 staff
Fumble Folks
Founded by Briallen Jones, Phillip May and Ben O'Keefe in 2021, Fumble Folks has grown from primarily streaming TTRPGs to also writing and publish content and running events."If you think you're too small to make a difference.try sleeping with a mosquito in the room."- Dalai Lama.
1 to 10 staff
Heartstone House Ltd
Heartstone House offers children's publishing services including editing, page plans, illustration and book design.
1 to 10 staff
Hellcat Publishing
Hellcat Publishing is the publishing hub and website for author Kit Parker
1 to 10 staff
House Of Solo
HOS serves a diverse and global community of music and fashion followers and vanguards who want to discover new artists and be inspired by new trends.
1 to 10 staff
Hurtwood Books
Independent fine art publishing house. We have been creating beautifully crafted books since 1978. Working with some of the world’s most discerning artists, galleries and individuals our books regularly win awards for both quality and design. Visit our website or call us for more information
1 to 10 staff
