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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: 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 specializing in erotic books. Not for minors.

Lady Oracle ePublishers: closing: "a small independent ePublishing company specializing in romance and self-help guides written by women for women."

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.

Lancom Technologies: Publishes educational courseware which focuses on Novell's NetWare, and Microsoft's Windows (ver. 3.1).

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.

Larry Clopper: Company president of PublishAmerica.

Larson Publications: Publishes and sells philosophical, mystical and psychology books.

Laurel Hill Press: Publisher of Natural History books and videos.

LBF Books: Recommended. 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.

Leatherneck Publishing: A small publisher specializing in military subjects.

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.


Library of America: Nonprofit publisher of classic American literature and history in authoritative editions.

Light Sword Publishing: A publisher.

Lightning Rider Press: A publisher of "Contemporary and Women's Fiction, Mysteries and Romance."


Lightning Star Press: Not recommended. A self-publishing company.


Limitless, Dare2Dream Publishing: Not recommended. A publisher. 7/20/05: a writer reports they're no longer in business. This is not verified.


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."

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 Star Little Moon: Not recommended. A publisher believed located in Oregon. Associated with Spirit Press.


LITTLE, BROWN & CO.: A children's book publisher.

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.

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.

Longford, Ltd., Publishers: Publications on arts and screenplays.


Longhorn Creek Press: Editing advisory. A publisher.


Loose Id: "a new, 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

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: 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."