{"id":1281,"date":"2025-10-09T10:55:14","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T10:55:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/?p=1281"},"modified":"2026-03-06T11:53:34","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T11:53:34","slug":"best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/","title":{"rendered":"Best 65 Book Publishing Companies In North Carolina 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">North Carolina is home to a thriving literary culture, with a wide array of publishing houses that cater to both emerging and established authors. From traditional publishing firms to independent presses and hybrid models, the state provides countless opportunities for writers to share their work with the world. Whether you\u2019re interested in fiction, nonfiction, poetry, academic writing, or\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#1_The_Legacy_Ghostwriters\" >1. The Legacy Ghostwriters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#2_Algonquin_Books_of_Chapel_Hill\" >2. Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#3_Press_53\" >3. Press 53<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#4_Blair_Publisher\" >4. Blair Publisher<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#5_Main_Street_Rag_Publishing_Company\" >5. Main Street Rag Publishing Company<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#6_John_F_Blair_Publisher\" >6. John F. Blair, Publisher<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#7_Bright_Mountain_Books\" >7. Bright Mountain Books<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#8_McFarland_Company_Inc\" >8. McFarland &amp; Company, Inc.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#9_Redhawk_Publications\" >9. Redhawk Publications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#10_Warren_Publishing\" >10. Warren Publishing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#11_Pisgah_Press\" >11. Pisgah Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#12_Lystra_Literary_Services\" >12. Lystra Literary Services<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#13_Down_Home_Press\" >13. Down Home Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#14_Apprentice_House_Press_North_Carolina_Branch\" >14. Apprentice House Press (North Carolina Branch)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#15_Regal_House_Publishing\" >15. Regal House Publishing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#16_Mint_Hill_Books\" >16. Mint Hill Books<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#17_Crooked_Letter_Press\" >17. Crooked Letter Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#18_Old_North_Press\" >18. Old North Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#19_University_of_North_Carolina_Press\" >19. University of North Carolina Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#20_Duke_University_Press\" >20. Duke University Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#21_Black_Mountain_Press\" >21. Black Mountain Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#22_Lookout_Books\" >22. Lookout Books<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#23_67_Press\" >23. 67 Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#24_Asheville_Poetry_Review_Press\" >24. Asheville Poetry Review Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#25_Lune_Spark_Books\" >25. Lune Spark Books<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#26_Bright_Leaf_Press\" >26. Bright Leaf Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#27_Story_River_Press\" >27. Story River Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#28_Dogwood_Press\" >28. Dogwood Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#29_Old_Well_Press\" >29. Old Well Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#30_Tar_Heel_Press\" >30. Tar Heel Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#31_MoonShine_Cove_Publishing\" >31. MoonShine Cove Publishing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#32_Grateful_Steps_Publishing\" >32. Grateful Steps Publishing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#33_Pisgah_Literary_Press\" >33. Pisgah Literary Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#34_Blue_Ink_Press\" >34. Blue Ink Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#35_Firefly_Southern_Fiction\" >35. Firefly Southern Fiction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#36_VanderWyk_Burnham\" >36. VanderWyk &amp; Burnham<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#37_Asheville_Historical_Press\" >37. Asheville Historical Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#38_Red_Clay_Press\" >38. Red Clay Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#39_Hilltop_Press\" >39. Hilltop Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#40_Lake_Norman_Publishing\" >40. Lake Norman Publishing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#41_Blue_Ridge_Books_Publishing\" >41. Blue Ridge Books &amp; Publishing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#42_Greenleaf_Book_Group_North_Carolina_Division\" >42. Greenleaf Book Group (North Carolina Division)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#43_Catawba_Publishing_Company\" >43. Catawba Publishing Company<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#44_New_South_Books\" >44. New South Books<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#45_Sandhills_Press\" >45. Sandhills Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#46_Hidden_Timber_Books\" >46. Hidden Timber Books<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#47_Queen_City_Writers_Press\" >47. Queen City Writers Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#48_Black_Ink_Books\" >48. Black Ink Books<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#49_Tidewater_Press\" >49. Tidewater Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#50_St_Andrews_Press\" >50. St. Andrews Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#51_Blue_Crow_Publishing\" >51. Blue Crow Publishing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#52_White_Heart_Press\" >52. White Heart Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#53_River_House_Publishing\" >53. River House Publishing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#54_North_State_Books\" >54. North State Books<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#55_Magnolia_Press\" >55. Magnolia Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#56_Carolina_Wren_Press\" >56. Carolina Wren Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#57_Indigo_River_Publishing_NC_Division\" >57. Indigo River Publishing (NC Division)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#58_Catbird_Press\" >58. Catbird Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#59_Blue_Ridge_Literary_Press\" >59. Blue Ridge Literary Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#60_Wildflower_Press\" >60. Wildflower Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#61_The_Main_Street_Publishing_Collective\" >61. The Main Street Publishing Collective<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-62\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#62_Emerald_House_Group\" >62. Emerald House Group<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-63\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#63_Broad_River_Books\" >63. Broad River Books<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-64\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#64_Hidden_Hills_Press\" >64. Hidden Hills Press<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-65\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#65_Windy_Ridge_Publishing\" >65. Windy Ridge Publishing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-66\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-67\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/blog\/best-65-book-publishing-companies-in-north-carolina\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_Legacy_Ghostwriters\"><\/span><b>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/book-publishing-services\/\">The Legacy Ghostwriters<\/a><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Legacy Ghostwriter has built a strong reputation in the publishing industry for helping authors transform their ideas into professionally written, edited, and published books. Known for its versatility, it works across genres including memoirs, business books, novels, and self-help titles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full-service ghostwriting and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelegacyghostwriters.com\/professional-book-editing-services\/\">editing support<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tailored publishing strategies for each author<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guidance from manuscript creation to <strong>publication<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Algonquin_Books_of_Chapel_Hill\"><\/span><b>2. Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A prestigious imprint originally based in Chapel Hill, Algonquin Books is known for publishing literary fiction and creative nonfiction that stand out for their narrative depth and quality.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Award-winning literary works<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on Southern voices and unique storytelling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong national distribution network<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Press_53\"><\/span><b>3. Press 53<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based in Winston-Salem, Press 53 specializes in short stories and poetry collections. The company is celebrated for promoting emerging voices and maintaining high editorial standards.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dedicated to short fiction and poetry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hosts annual writing contests<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong author\u2013publisher collaboration<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Blair_Publisher\"><\/span><b>4. Blair Publisher<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in Durham, Blair Publisher focuses on publishing diverse voices, particularly those from the American South. It offers an inclusive approach to storytelling that spans memoirs, fiction, and history.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern literature and culture<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diverse and inclusive authorship<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regional and national distribution<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Main_Street_Rag_Publishing_Company\"><\/span><b>5. Main Street Rag Publishing Company<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based in Charlotte, Main Street Rag is known for its literary magazine and book publishing division. It supports poets, novelists, and short-story writers with a commitment to literary quality.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Publishes poetry, fiction, and essays<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Affordable print runs for authors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Active literary magazine community<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_John_F_Blair_Publisher\"><\/span><b>6. John F. Blair, Publisher<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A respected name in North Carolina publishing, John F. Blair, Publisher, has a long history of producing books that explore Southern life, travel, and biography.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regional history and nonfiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong editorial and design quality<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Books with cultural and educational value<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Bright_Mountain_Books\"><\/span><b>7. Bright Mountain Books<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operating from Asheville, Bright Mountain Books publishes titles that celebrate Appalachian heritage, natural history, and local storytelling traditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appalachian culture and history<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nature and environmental topics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Family-friendly literature<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_McFarland_Company_Inc\"><\/span><b>8. McFarland &amp; Company, Inc.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based in Jefferson, McFarland is one of the most prominent academic and nonfiction publishers in North Carolina, known for scholarly works across humanities and pop culture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Academic and reference publishing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Global author base<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-quality academic standards<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Redhawk_Publications\"><\/span><b>9. Redhawk Publications<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An imprint of Catawba Valley Community College, Redhawk Publications publishes literary works, educational materials, and local history.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poetry and fiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regional nonfiction and history<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community-focused initiatives<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Warren_Publishing\"><\/span><b>10. Warren Publishing<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in Charlotte, Warren Publishing offers both traditional and hybrid publishing services, helping authors across genres bring their books to life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional editing and marketing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hybrid publishing model<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on author education and branding<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Pisgah_Press\"><\/span><b>11. Pisgah Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asheville\u2019s Pisgah Press publishes thought-provoking nonfiction, memoirs, and poetry collections that reflect human experience and regional culture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small press approach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal editorial attention<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on high-quality design and printing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Lystra_Literary_Services\"><\/span><b>12. Lystra Literary Services<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headquartered in Chapel Hill, Lystra offers book production, editing, and publishing consultation to authors across genres.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Editing and layout design<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Literary and nonfiction works<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong author collaboration<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Down_Home_Press\"><\/span><b>13. Down Home Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known for books about North Carolina\u2019s culture and cuisine, Down Home Press produces titles that reflect local flavor and community spirit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cookbooks and local history<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern culture and storytelling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rich visual design<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Apprentice_House_Press_North_Carolina_Branch\"><\/span><b>14. Apprentice House Press (North Carolina Branch)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While originally based in Baltimore, this press maintains a partnership with North Carolina-based editors who focus on student and emerging authors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Academic and student publishing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contemporary fiction and essays<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mentorship-based publishing model<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Regal_House_Publishing\"><\/span><b>15. Regal House Publishing<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in Raleigh, Regal House Publishing supports literary fiction, memoirs, and poetry that combine creativity with meaningful insight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diverse catalog of genres<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Literary contests and awards<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emphasis on emerging voices<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Mint_Hill_Books\"><\/span><b>16. Mint Hill Books<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A small but reputable press in Charlotte, Mint Hill Books focuses on historical fiction, memoirs, and local-interest stories.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Historical storytelling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Family memoirs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personalized publishing process<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Crooked_Letter_Press\"><\/span><b>17. Crooked Letter Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specializing in Southern Gothic and literary fiction, Crooked Letter Press offers a platform for bold and experimental writers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern literature and mystery<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limited edition print runs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Independent publishing ethos<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Old_North_Press\"><\/span><b>18. Old North Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operating from Durham, Old North Press publishes works centered on North Carolina\u2019s culture, heritage, and people.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nonfiction and local history<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photobooks and memoirs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Art and photography collaborations<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_University_of_North_Carolina_Press\"><\/span><b>19. University of North Carolina Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the nation\u2019s most prestigious academic publishers, UNC Press publishes scholarly and trade titles that highlight history, culture, and social issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Academic research<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">History and cultural studies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern literature<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Duke_University_Press\"><\/span><b>20. Duke University Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Renowned worldwide, Duke University Press publishes academic and intellectual works in humanities, social sciences, and cultural theory.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scholarly publishing leader<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International reach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Innovative digital content<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"21_Black_Mountain_Press\"><\/span><b>21. Black Mountain Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based in Asheville, this press publishes poetry, fiction, and essays, emphasizing creativity and literary experimentation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Literary contests and anthologies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Support for emerging poets<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Independent editorial approach<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"22_Lookout_Books\"><\/span><b>22. Lookout Books<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An imprint of UNC Wilmington, Lookout Books focuses on emerging authors and distinctive literary voices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nationally recognized imprint<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiction and creative nonfiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Partnership with UNCW\u2019s MFA program<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"23_67_Press\"><\/span><b>23. 67 Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in Raleigh, 67 Press is dedicated to publishing independent poetry and literary fiction by new voices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limited print runs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experimental literature<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small press collaboration<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"24_Asheville_Poetry_Review_Press\"><\/span><b>24. Asheville Poetry Review Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Connected to the Asheville Poetry Review, this press publishes full-length poetry collections by local and national poets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contemporary poetry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anthologies and chapbooks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Literary community involvement<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"25_Lune_Spark_Books\"><\/span><b>25. Lune Spark Books<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based in Cary, Lune Spark promotes creativity in children and young adult literature, blending imagination with moral lessons.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Children\u2019s stories and YA fiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Educational value<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inclusive authorship<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"26_Bright_Leaf_Press\"><\/span><b>26. Bright Leaf Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bright Leaf Press in Raleigh publishes fiction and nonfiction that highlights Southern experiences and modern storytelling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modern Southern fiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Narrative-driven nonfiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emerging author support<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"27_Story_River_Press\"><\/span><b>27. Story River Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a focus on literary fiction and memoirs, Story River Press aims to publish emotionally resonant, well-crafted narratives.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Literary realism<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Author development programs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reader-centered marketing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"28_Dogwood_Press\"><\/span><b>28. Dogwood Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A small North Carolina press known for nature writing, poetry, and environmental themes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nature-focused literature<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Illustrated works<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community engagement<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"29_Old_Well_Press\"><\/span><b>29. Old Well Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operating in Chapel Hill, Old Well Press emphasizes academic nonfiction, biographies, and historical analyses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scholarly and cultural topics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Historical essays<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Academic partnerships<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"30_Tar_Heel_Press\"><\/span><b>30. Tar Heel Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known for regional fiction and local-interest nonfiction, Tar Heel Press promotes works celebrating the North Carolina spirit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local authors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern storytelling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Folklore and history<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"31_MoonShine_Cove_Publishing\"><\/span><b>31. MoonShine Cove Publishing<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in Hendersonville, MoonShine Cove specializes in literary fiction, thrillers, and memoirs with distinctive voices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Print and eBook publishing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accessible submission policy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National distribution<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"32_Grateful_Steps_Publishing\"><\/span><b>32. Grateful Steps Publishing<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asheville-based Grateful Steps publishes spiritual, inspirational, and family-centered books.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Faith and personal growth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community publishing projects<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Editing and mentoring services<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"33_Pisgah_Literary_Press\"><\/span><b>33. Pisgah Literary Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focuses on contemporary literature, poetry, and reflective nonfiction that captures Appalachian life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regional poetry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cultural preservation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small-run editions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"34_Blue_Ink_Press\"><\/span><b>34. Blue Ink Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based in Greensboro, Blue Ink Press publishes young adult, middle-grade, and adult fiction with engaging plots.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Author-focused approach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">YA and adventure genres<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-quality book design<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"35_Firefly_Southern_Fiction\"><\/span><b>35. Firefly Southern Fiction<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charlotte-based publisher that emphasizes strong female voices and Southern storytelling traditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women\u2019s fiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern culture<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Literary realism<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"36_VanderWyk_Burnham\"><\/span><b>36. VanderWyk &amp; Burnham<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Publishes nonfiction books in education, business, and self-improvement, focusing on practical knowledge and clarity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Educational resources<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business and leadership topics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High editorial standards<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"37_Asheville_Historical_Press\"><\/span><b>37. Asheville Historical Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Publishes works that document and preserve Western North Carolina\u2019s cultural and historical heritage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local history and genealogy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Illustrated nonfiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cultural storytelling<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"38_Red_Clay_Press\"><\/span><b>38. Red Clay Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specializes in literary fiction, poetry, and essays reflecting the Southern experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modern literary voices<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern identity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anthology publishing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"39_Hilltop_Press\"><\/span><b>39. Hilltop Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Publishes contemporary fiction and nonfiction with a focus on social change and innovation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social justice themes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diverse authorship<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hybrid publishing options<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"40_Lake_Norman_Publishing\"><\/span><b>40. Lake Norman Publishing<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Publishes fiction, memoirs, and local-interest books celebrating community stories.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regional writers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creative nonfiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Family-oriented titles<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"41_Blue_Ridge_Books_Publishing\"><\/span><b>41. Blue Ridge Books &amp; Publishing<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in Waynesville, Blue Ridge Books &amp; Publishing focuses on local authors and stories rooted in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Their catalog includes fiction, nonfiction, and poetry celebrating regional heritage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appalachian storytelling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Historical and cultural themes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community-centered publishing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"42_Greenleaf_Book_Group_North_Carolina_Division\"><\/span><b>42. Greenleaf Book Group (North Carolina Division)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While headquartered in Texas, Greenleaf\u2019s North Carolina division assists local authors through a hybrid publishing model, providing comprehensive editorial and distribution services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hybrid publishing flexibility<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National distribution channels<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong author support programs<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"43_Catawba_Publishing_Company\"><\/span><b>43. Catawba Publishing Company<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in Charlotte, Catawba Publishing specializes in self-publishing assistance for independent authors. They provide editing, design, and distribution under a supportive model.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Self-publishing assistance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Print-on-demand options<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Affordable publishing packages<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"44_New_South_Books\"><\/span><b>44. New South Books<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a focus on modern Southern identity, New South Books publishes fiction and nonfiction that redefines regional storytelling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contemporary Southern writing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diverse perspectives<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Socially conscious narratives<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"45_Sandhills_Press\"><\/span><b>45. Sandhills Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based in Fayetteville, Sandhills Press produces literary works and regional nonfiction reflecting the Sandhills region\u2019s traditions and voices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poetry and essays<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern culture<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local authors and educators<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"46_Hidden_Timber_Books\"><\/span><b>46. Hidden Timber Books<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hidden Timber Books, operating partly in the Carolinas, focuses on literary fiction, memoir, and poetry. Their titles often explore personal growth and transformation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Narrative-driven stories<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Debut author support<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creative nonfiction focus<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"47_Queen_City_Writers_Press\"><\/span><b>47. Queen City Writers Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charlotte\u2019s Queen City Writers Press is known for promoting urban literature, memoirs, and contemporary fiction with strong character development.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Urban storytelling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiction and memoirs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Independent publishing model<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"48_Black_Ink_Books\"><\/span><b>48. Black Ink Books<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based in Raleigh, Black Ink Books focuses on African American literature, history, and creative works that amplify underrepresented voices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black authors and cultural history<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poetry and fiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Educational publishing initiatives<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"49_Tidewater_Press\"><\/span><b>49. Tidewater Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operating out of Wilmington, Tidewater Press publishes maritime fiction, coastal histories, and books that celebrate the Carolina coast.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coastal heritage focus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Illustrated nonfiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local tourism literature<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"50_St_Andrews_Press\"><\/span><b>50. St. Andrews Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Associated with St. Andrews University in Laurinburg, this press emphasizes literary works and scholarly essays, particularly poetry and academic research.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Academic publications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poetry collections<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creative writing faculty works<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"51_Blue_Crow_Publishing\"><\/span><b>51. Blue Crow Publishing<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based in Chapel Hill, Blue Crow Publishing is a woman-owned press that publishes fiction, nonfiction, and children\u2019s literature with inclusive themes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feminist and inclusive focus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-quality design and editing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Author-first philosophy<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"52_White_Heart_Press\"><\/span><b>52. White Heart Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in Greensboro, White Heart Press focuses on romance and contemporary fiction that speaks to emotional and personal journeys.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Romance and women\u2019s fiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contemporary storytelling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collaborative author process<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"53_River_House_Publishing\"><\/span><b>53. River House Publishing<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Situated along the Cape Fear River, River House Publishing produces historical fiction, memoirs, and local nonfiction that reflect the region\u2019s culture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern history and heritage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Memoirs and biographies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regional narratives<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"54_North_State_Books\"><\/span><b>54. North State Books<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Greensboro-based press, North State Books specializes in North Carolina history, biographies, and works by regional historians.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Historical research publications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local nonfiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Culturally significant topics<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"55_Magnolia_Press\"><\/span><b>55. Magnolia Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Magnolia Press publishes fiction, poetry, and nonfiction with a focus on stories of resilience, community, and Southern life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern family sagas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Historical and cultural nonfiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Short story anthologies<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"56_Carolina_Wren_Press\"><\/span><b>56. Carolina Wren Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A long-standing nonprofit publisher in Durham, Carolina Wren Press publishes multicultural and literary works by diverse authors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diversity and equity in literature<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Literary fiction and poetry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Support for new and marginalized voices<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"57_Indigo_River_Publishing_NC_Division\"><\/span><b>57. Indigo River Publishing (NC Division)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This hybrid publisher supports North Carolina authors by combining creative freedom with professional publishing services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hybrid publishing model<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business and self-help genres<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coaching for first-time authors<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"58_Catbird_Press\"><\/span><b>58. Catbird Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in Asheville, Catbird Press publishes literary fiction and satire, known for its wit, originality, and narrative craftsmanship.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Literary fiction and humor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Innovative narratives<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Independent ethos<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"59_Blue_Ridge_Literary_Press\"><\/span><b>59. Blue Ridge Literary Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based in Boone, this publisher highlights the culture, art, and heritage of the Appalachian region through essays and creative works.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appalachian studies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nature and arts writing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poetry and short fiction<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"60_Wildflower_Press\"><\/span><b>60. Wildflower Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headquartered in Raleigh, Wildflower Press produces uplifting and inspiring books across genres, from memoirs to self-help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Motivational and wellness titles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Memoirs and personal stories<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hybrid publishing options<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"61_The_Main_Street_Publishing_Collective\"><\/span><b>61. The Main Street Publishing Collective<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A collaborative press in Winston-Salem, this collective supports independent authors in fiction, poetry, and art books.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cooperative publishing model<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artist and writer collaborations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small print runs for exclusivity<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"62_Emerald_House_Group\"><\/span><b>62. Emerald House Group<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operating partly in the Carolinas, Emerald House Group publishes Christian and inspirational books with wide market appeal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Faith-based literature<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Family and spiritual themes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Educational ministry books<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"63_Broad_River_Books\"><\/span><b>63. Broad River Books<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in Shelby, Broad River Books focuses on contemporary fiction and memoirs with relatable, emotional depth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Literary and women\u2019s fiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local author support<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal storytelling themes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"64_Hidden_Hills_Press\"><\/span><b>64. Hidden Hills Press<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based in the Asheville area, Hidden Hills Press is dedicated to eco-literature and environmental nonfiction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nature and conservation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental essays<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Illustrated field guides<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"65_Windy_Ridge_Publishing\"><\/span><b>65. Windy Ridge Publishing<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rounding out the list, Windy Ridge Publishing in Hickory publishes fiction, memoirs, and community-based projects celebrating creativity and life stories.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiction and creative nonfiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Support for debut writers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regional author collaboration<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span><b>Final Thoughts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">North Carolina\u2019s publishing industry is as rich and diverse as its geography\u2014from the coastal plains to the Blue Ridge Mountains. Whether you\u2019re seeking an academic press, a literary small press, or a hybrid model for your first novel, there\u2019s a home for your manuscript here. The state\u2019s blend of tradition and innovation makes it one of the most supportive literary environments in the United States.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Writers in North Carolina can connect with publishers that not only refine and distribute their work but also nurture the authentic voices shaping the region\u2019s literary legacy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Q: How many publishing companies are based in North Carolina?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> There are dozens of publishing houses, with over 65 notable ones actively working across genres.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b> Q: Do North Carolina publishers accept unsolicited manuscripts?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Many small and independent presses do, but always review their submission guidelines first.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b> Q: Which North Carolina publisher is best for poetry?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Press 53, Carolina Wren Press, and Asheville Poetry Review Press are highly regarded for poetry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b> Q: Are hybrid publishing options available in North Carolina?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Yes, several companies like Warren Publishing and Indigo River offer hybrid models.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b> Q: What genres are most popular among North Carolina publishers?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Southern fiction, poetry, memoirs, regional history, and academic works are especially popular.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b data-stringify-type=\"bold\">Disclaime<\/b>r: The publishers listed here are provided for informational purposes only. 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