is there a company that will let u publish a book under age 18 cuz some companies wont let you-- see details?

Question

and if so, can someone give me a link to a website of a book publishing company that'll let kids under 18 publish books

Answer 1

Any legitimate company should allow you, however your parents or legal guardian will have to sign the contract with you because you are not of age yet. Are you talking about vanity presses when you say there are companies that will not let you publish your work?

As far as who to send it to, we can't answer that question because we have NO knowledge of what your manuscript is about. Different publishers specialize in different things, and even within the heading of "children's books" there are many different types of writing.

So do your own homework. Take a look at the most recent "Writer's Market"... or even better, try the "Guide to Literary Agents".

I absolutely suggest getting an agent instead of approaching publishers directly. I'm assuming you are not a contract attorney, so you will need someone to look over any offers and to guide you through the publishing world. It seems that you have a lot to learn about the way publishing works, so they can be your guide through the tricky parts.

Also, you will not be seding your manuscript to agents unsolicited! Send them a query letter and see if they ask to see a partial, then a full. If you send the whole thing, it will just get you a form rejection letter. Research each agent's specific submission guidelines and follow their rules!

Here are four websites that can help. Read them thoroughly (especially Miss Snark-- love her!) and research, research, research! These can help you determine if the agent is legit or not:
http://misssnark.blogspot.com/
http://www.agentquery.com/
http://www.anotherealm.com/prededitors/
http://www.publishersmarketplace.com

Again, read Miss Snark. She has attitude, but is a real-life agent and her archives can answer any questions you possibly have. Read, read, read. When you pick up "Writer's Market" or "Guide to Literary Agents", don't just look at the listings, read them!

And don't submit to anyone on this list:
http://www.sfwa.org/beware/twentyworst.html

You will face a lot of rejection, but if you really want this then keep at it! Work hard, and good luck!

Answer 2

You need a literary agent, to submit your manuscript to publishers.