3 Aotearoa/New Zealand fantasy publishers accepting manuscript submissions in November 2024

My worldwide list of fantasy publishers can be found here.

You’ve written your fantasy novel and now it’s time to pitch it to a publisher! Sadly, there aren’t many options for Aotearoa/New Zealand-based fantasy writers but there are definitely publishers who are keen to hear more about the world you’ve created. All of the publishers listed are currently (or were at the time I compiled this list!) accepting manuscripts without a literary agent.

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1. Bateman Books

Bateman Books specialises in illustrated non-fiction but they publish novels of all genres.

Who: Everyone.

Genre: All genres excluding poetry.

Word count: Not stated.

2. Moa Books

Moa Press is an imprint of Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand who champion the diverse voices of writers across Aotearoa New Zealand.

Who: Writers with a strong connection to New Zealand.

Genre: All genres of fiction including fantasy.

Word count: Not stated.

3. Huia Publishers

Huia Publishers is a Māori owned publisher who shares stories that resonate with their people and values.

Who: Māori writers.

Genre: Books centred in te ao Māori and Māori worldviews. They have published a variety of fantasy-focused books.

Word count: Not stated.

Best of luck with your manuscript submissions! If you want to ensure your manuscript is in the best position to be accepted, check out my developmental editing services, pre-querying package or my free writing advice.