A guide to publishers and publishing services for serious writers since 1997.
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L&L Dreamspell: "publishes full length books and short stories in a variety of genres, including mystery and romance. We are also adding a selection of non-fiction books this year, including guides for writers, paranormal topics, and more."
Lachesis Publishing: Poor contract. Not recommended. A "new Canadian Publisher of fiction literature. Submission guidelines are available at the website. Genres not accepted are: porn, children’s books and poetry. Books are published in trade paperback and multi-format e-books." 11/26/07: Now accepts erotica and erotic romance.
Lady Aibell Press: An imprint of Chippewa specializing in erotic books. Not for minors. 11/26/08: Report of unpaid royalties. Link broken.
Lady Oracle ePublishers: closing: "a small independent ePublishing company specializing in romance and self-help guides written by women for women."
Ladybug Books: A vanity publisher.
Lake Claremont Press: a book publisher specializing in books on the Chicago area and its history.
Lake Fossil Press: A small press. P&E is not impressed with their editor's recent behavior toward writers.
Lame Goat Press: Poor contract. Not recommended. A publisher.
Lancom Technologies: Publishes educational courseware which focuses on Novell's NetWare, and Microsoft's Windows (ver. 3.1).
Lands Atlantic Publishing: A publisher. Specializes in books for children through young adults.
Lantern Books: "publishes books for all wanting to live with greater spiritual depth and commitment to the preservation of the natural world. Lantern Books is a division of Booklight Incorporated."
LaQuesta Press: A book publisher. Link reported dead.
Laredo Publishing: A vanity publishing enterprise.
Larry Clopper: Company president of PublishAmerica.
Larson Publications: Publishes and sells philosophical, mystical and psychology books. 3/12/11: Link reported broken.
Last Passage: A small publisher. 3/12/11: Link reported broken.
Laurel Hill Press: Publisher of Natural History books and videos.
LBF Books: A small publisher and imprint of Lachesis Publishing.
Leading Brands Publishing: A vanity publisher based in Dubai.
Leading Lady Publications and Leading Lady Publications: A vanity publisher. The publisher claims it is a Christian self-publishing company. Link inoperative.
Leatherneck Publishing: A small publisher specializing in military subjects. 6/11/09: a writer reports the publisher went out of business.
LEE & LOW BOOKS: A children's book publisher.
Le Amore Romances: An electronic publishing company. "...publishes everything from paranormal to sci-fi to romantic comedy to inspirational." Link reported dead.
Legion Press: A vanity publisher. An exclusive publisher of speculative, illustrated and children's fiction.
LERNER PUBLICATIONS COMPANY: a children's book publisher. Contact at:241 First Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Les Editions du Ble: publisher of French language works of fiction, poetry, music and research. Link broken.
Les Éditions du Grand Pré: Not recommended. A publisher. Further information unavailable.
Leucrota Press: A publisher that appears to specialize in science fiction, fantasy, horror, and graphic novels of the highest quality. 3/22/11: reported out of business.
Library of America: Nonprofit publisher of classic American literature and history in authoritative editions.
Light Sword Publishing (aka LSP Digital): Not recommended. A publisher.
Lighthouse Publishing: Not recommended. A vanity Christian epublisher.
Lighthouse Publishing: Not recommended. A vanity Christian publisher. Authors considered more risky are referred to their vanity ebook imprint at http://www.lighthouseebooks.com/.
Lightning Rider Press: A publisher of "Contemporary and Women's Fiction, Mysteries and Romance."
Lightning Star Press: Not recommended. A self-publishing company.
Lillibridge Press: Poor contract. Not recommended. A publisher.
Lily Ruth Publishing: A small publisher.
Limitless, Dare2Dream Publishing: Not recommended. A publisher. 7/20/05: a writer reports they're no longer in business. This is not verified. Link broken.
Linden Bay Romance, LLP: "an e-publisher specializing in the publication and sale of memorable romances ranging in ratings from mildly sensual to very erotic."
Linen Press, The: A small UK publisher "run by women for women who share a passion for writing. Literary fiction and memoir by women writers. No short stories, poetry, sci-fi, chick lit. We accept submissions by email."
Lion & Lamb Publications: A small publisher of Christian works.
LionHearted Publishing: A print and electronic book publisher.
Liquid Silver Books: Recommended. "Publisher of sensual and erotica romance in a variety of sub-genres. We are a royalty paying epublisher. We specialize in sensual, sizzling romances with memory lasting, unique storylines."
Literary Road: An ebook publisher.
Little Black Dress: A romance imprint of Headline Book Publishing. Contact at:338 Euston Road
London NW1 3BH
Little Fox Press: A publisher in Melbourne, Australia.
Little Star Little Moon: Not recommended. A publisher believed located in Oregon. Associated with Spirit Press.
LITTLE, BROWN & CO.: Recommended. A children's book publisher. Link broken.
Living Beyond Reality™ Press: A publisher.
Living Dead Press: A publisher that specializes in apocalyptic horror and zombie fiction. P&E has received reports of problems with this press.
Living Waters Publising Comany: Not recommended. A vanity publisher.
Llewellyn Worldwide (believed formerly Llewellyn International): A publisher of mostly New Age titles, focusing on alternative religions, astrology, tarot, and other subjects.
Llumina Press: Not recommended. A vanity publisher.
Lobster Press: Poor contract. Not recommended. An award-winning Canadian publisher that specializes in books for children, tweens, teens, and families. For submission guidelines, visit: http://www.lobsterpress.com/index.php?page=31
LODESTAR BOOKS: A children's book publisher. Link reported broken.
London Circle Publishing: "E-books by talented new authors. All genre for your reading pleasure. Discover the Next Hemingway. Pick up your FREE book PLUS Save $$ - on textbooks!" Editor's note: No longer requires authors to purchase.
Lone Eagle Publishing: Publisher of film & TV-related books and directories for the entertainment industry.
Lone Star Publishing: A publisher that specializes in nonfiction history as well as featuring general nonfiction and fiction (including fantasy and SF) at a YA (or slightly above YA) level.
Longford, Ltd., Publishers: Publications on arts and screenplays.
Longhorn Creek Press: Editing advisory. A publisher. Link broken.
Loose Id: "a royalty paying e-publisher."
Lore Hollow Publications: Not recommended. A publisher.
LOTHROP, LEE & SHEPARD BOOKS: A children's book publisher. According to a writer, they only accept unsol. manuscripts if you've been previously published (webzines, mag. articles, or through a publisher). Contact at:1350 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10019
LSP Digital: Not recommended. A publisher.
LTD Books: An electronic book publisher. 10/1/05: Reported to us that it's going out of business at the end of December. This is unverified.
Lulu: Recommended. A self-publishing printer. Features honest information about their services.
Luna Brillante Publishing (and editor Jason C. De La Torre): Defunct. Not recommended. A "small press publisher of speculative fiction (Sci-Fi/Fantasy/Horror), we publish 4-5 books a year."
LyricalPress: Poor contract. Not recommended. A publisher.
