Islandport Press

About

We are a regional New England-based independent publisher with a particular emphasis on Maine writers and Maine-inspired work.
We publish exceptional books by the region's finest writers and artists that celebrate New England's culture, preserve its rich history for future generations, and share authentic stories that connect readers of all ages to our region's enduring spirit.

Country of Publication

United States

Publication Medium

Print Publication Print Publication

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Audience:

Open to a broad Audience.

Genres:

General
Mystery/Crime Open to all/most Subgenres
Suspense/Thriller Open to all/most Subgenres

Lengths:

Novel: 40,000 - 100,000 words.

Styles:

Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary, Mainstream.

Topics:

Open to all/most Topics including...
Place/Regions: Specific region.

Payment:

Semi-pro advance (US$200-1999) to Professional advance (US$2000 or more) + Unknown royalties Pay ranges from Semi-pro advance to Professional advance. Unknown royalties. Details: USD $1,000-$5,000 advance, and "standard" royalties.

Submissions:

Method: Online form.
Reprints: Reprints are allowed in some circumstances; check their site for details.
Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.
Media: Text.

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Audience:

Open to a broad Audience.

Lengths:

Nonfiction Collection: 40,000 - 80,000 words.
Book: No specific word count limits known.

Styles:

Open to all/most Styles, including: Humorous, Literary, Mainstream, Personal.

Topics:

Open to all/most Topics including...
History: General, History of countries/regions.
Lifestyle: Cooking.
Memoir.
Nature/Environment: Nature.
Place/Regions: Specific region.
Visual Arts: Photography.

Payment:

Submissions:

Method: Online form.
Reprints: Reprints are allowed in some circumstances; check their site for details.
Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.
Media: Text.

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We have received 1 report within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information.

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The editors will try to make a decision within 120 days.
Do not query on the status of your submission before 120 days have passed.
Most recent response reported was received on 12 Jun 2026.
Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 14 May 2026.
Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 09:46 UTC (less than a minute ago).

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Last Updated: 22 May 2026

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