The 2025 Guide to Manuscript Publishers is here – and it’s free!

If you’re looking to publish your book with a traditional publisher—without needing an agent or prior experience—this is the resource you’ve been waiting for.

The 2025 Guide to Manuscript Publishers by Emily Harstone is now available for download, and it’s completely free.
👉 Download your copy here.

This year’s guide includes 297 traditional publishers that are actively accepting submissions—no literary agent required. Whether you’re writing fiction, nonfiction, poetry, or something in between, you’ll find publishers who are open to unsolicited manuscripts.

What is Authors Publish Magazine?

If you’re not already familiar, Authors Publish is an incredible resource for writers at every stage of their publishing journey. Their mission? To help authors connect with legitimate, royalty-paying traditional publishers—no agent or past publications necessary.

Here’s what they offer:

📬 A free weekly email newsletter with new publishing opportunities
🏢 In-depth publisher reviews so you know who you’re submitting to
📚 Curated lists of publishers by genre
🧠 A full library of online writing courses, available here
🎓 Regular free webinars with editors, authors, and publishing pros—check those out here

I’ve been a subscriber for a while now, and I’ve taken several of their courses and watched a ton of their webinars. They’re thoughtful, well-researched, and genuinely helpful—especially for indie authors and writers just starting to navigate the world of traditional publishing.

Why you need this guide

The 2025 Guide to Manuscript Publishers is more than just a directory—it’s a well-vetted, trustworthy resource compiled by people who understand the publishing landscape.

Here’s what makes it valuable:

✅ Every publisher is open to unsolicited submissions
✅ You do not need an agent to submit
✅ All publishers are researched for legitimacy
✅ Includes publishers across a wide range of genres

Whether you’re writing your debut novel or trying to break into poetry or nonfiction, this guide saves you hours of research.

Final thoughts

If you’ve been holding back from submitting your manuscript because the process feels overwhelming, this guide can change that. Authors Publish empowers writers with tools, education, and real-world opportunities to get their books out into the world.

So don’t wait—
👉 Download The 2025 Guide to Manuscript Publishers now
and take the next step toward publication.

Already reading through the guide? Let me know which publishers you’re excited to submit to!