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Book Submissions
We are always on the lookout for new ideas and talent, for stories that are fresh and engaging. We’d love to read what you have been working on. If you have an agent, great, but don’t worry if not; we welcome unsolicited manuscripts. Please email hello@candyjarbooks.co.uk or shaun@candyjarbooks.co.uk
Please note that our schedule for 2025 is now full, and we will not be commissioning any new books for this year. We’re still happy to review submissions, but please be aware that any new projects will not be scheduled until spring 2026 or later. If you're still interested in working with us, we do have availability through our sister imprint, Jelly Bean Books.
We also do not accept children’s picture books. If you have written a children’s picture book, please contact Jelly Bean Books.
What to send
A covering letter giving your book’s working title and an outline of your idea. Please include a synopsis of your book, 2-
Please be aware that we can no longer return manuscripts. Just email us a Word document and we can go from there. If we do not reply straight away please do not be disheartened. Email us again or call 02921 157202.
Please email shaun@candyjarbooks.co.uk or submissions@candyjarbooks.co.uk
Our address, if you still want to send us a hard copy, is:
Candy Jar Books
Mackintosh House
136 Newport Road
Cardiff
CF24 1DJ
What we are looking for
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I do not want children’s picture books. If you have written a children’s picture book, please check out our sister imprint, Jelly Bean Self Publishing.