Thank you for your interest in Saqi Books.
Submissions are currently closed. We open for submissions four times a year, for one month at a time. The next windows opens on 1 May 2026.
We believe that literature has the power to change the way we see the world – and that championing vibrant, distinctive voices is the surest path toward a more empowered future.
We look forward to reading you then.
About our list
Saqi Books publishes under two imprints: Saqi and The Westbourne Press. Both lists focus on adult non-fiction – history, current affairs, art, cookery, photography and occasionally memoir. We also consider fiction, including novels, short story collections and occasionally poetry, for the Saqi list.
Before the window opens, please familiarise yourself with our books. Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on our socials. When submissions open, we’ll ask you to tell us which of our authors you’ve read, and why you feel your work belongs with us.
For guidance on preparing your manuscript, finding an agent or developing your writing practice, we recommend the Writers’ & Artists’ website, the Society of Authors and Spread the Word.