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The opportunities below were checked against their official sources on 7 August 2026. TGEP should review rolling opportunities regularly and confirm fixed deadlines before they expire.
Chronicle Books: Unagented Adult Trade Proposals
Chronicle Books states that it has an open submissions policy for unagented projects suited to its list. Its adult trade route covers nonfiction subjects including art, design, photography, food, lifestyle and popular culture. It does not acquire adult fiction.
Official Submission GuidelinesAllen & Unwin: Friday Pitch for Children and Young Adults
Allen & Unwin operates its Friday Pitch route for children’s and young-adult manuscripts. It accepts submissions from around the world but explains that its publishing focus is primarily connected with Australia and New Zealand.
Official Friday Pitch GuidelinesBridport Prize Memoir Award 2026
The Bridport Prize confirms that its 2026 Memoir Award is open and closes on 30 September 2026. Writers should read the complete official rules, eligibility conditions, entry requirements and fee information before submitting.
Official Competition PagePenguin Random House: Publishing and Corporate Jobs
The official Penguin Random House careers portal provides current publishing and corporate vacancies across departments such as editorial, managing editorial, production editorial, design, rights, marketing, publicity and production. Individual vacancies are removed when closed.
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