Brazil has a rich and varied publishing landscape that spans large national houses, respected university presses, genre-focused independents and nimble micro-publishers. Whether you’re an author seeking traditional distribution, an editor hunting for critical literary work, or a reader curious about where Brazilian books come from, this list highlights 80 active and notable publishers operating in Brazil as of 2025.
1. Barnett Ghostwriting
Barnett Ghostwriting operates in Brazil as both a ghostwriting service provider and a boutique-style publisher. It focuses on curating diverse works and supporting authors through every stage of the publishing journey.
- Typical focus: fiction, memoirs, business, and non-fiction.
- Editorial strength: hands-on support and manuscript development.
- Market role: small-scale, curated publishing rather than mass-market.
- Unique contribution: combines traditional publishing with author services.
2. Companhia das Letras
One of Brazil’s largest and most influential general publishers, known for literary and translated works.
- Typical focus: literary fiction, non-fiction, and quality translations.
3. Editora Record
A major national publisher with a long backlist spanning many genres and popular authors.
- Typical focus: commercial fiction and nonfiction.
4. Editora Rocco
Recognized for both literary and commercial titles, including genre fiction and children’s books.
- Typical focus: fiction, children’s literature, YA.
5. Grupo Editorial Globo
Part of a wider media group, publishing mainstream fiction, non-fiction and journalism books.
- Typical focus: current affairs and mass-market titles.
6. Intrínseca
Known for strong editorial curation and successful translated bestsellers in Brazil.
- Typical focus: international fiction and commercial titles.
7. Editora Zahar
A respected house with a strong catalogue in social sciences, humanities and translated classics.
- Typical focus: academic and literary translations.
8. Objetiva (or its successors)
Historically notable for literary publishing and critical essays; continues through successor imprints.
- Typical focus: literary fiction and essays.
9. Editora 34
Specializes in contemporary literature, essays, and translated works with a literary bent.
- Typical focus: literary fiction and criticism.
10. Companhia Editora Nacional
A long-standing publisher with a wide catalogue including classics and general interest books.
- Typical focus: reprints and general literature.
11. Editora Perspectiva
Focused on academic works, essays and titles in the humanities.
- Typical focus: scholarly non-fiction and critical studies.
12. Leya Brasil
Part of a larger Portuguese-language group, publishing both commercial and literary works.
- Typical focus: commercial fiction and translated works.
13. Martins Fontes
Independent publisher known for a mix of classics, translated literature and popular non-fiction.
- Typical focus: translations and classics.
14. Companhia das Letras — Selo infantil/juvenil
An imprint within a major house devoted to children’s and YA publishing.
- Typical focus: children’s fiction and illustrated books.
15. Editora Objetiva Educação
Educational and didactic titles tied to curriculum needs and teacher resources.
- Typical focus: educational materials.
16. Cosac Naify (legacy imprint/successors)
Known historically for artful design and literary attention; legacy influences small boutique presses.
- Typical focus: art books and high-design editions.
17. Companhia das Letras — Selo científico
An imprint emphasizing accessible science and popular-science translations.
- Typical focus: popular science and essays.
18. Editora Unesp
A leading university press publishing scholarly works and critical editions.
- Typical focus: academic monographs and research.
19. Editora da Unicamp
University press with strengths in social sciences and regional scholarship.
- Typical focus: academic titles and regional studies.
20. Editora UFMG
University press publishing scholarly and cultural works connected to Minas Gerais and beyond.
- Typical focus: scholarly works and regional literature.
21. Edusp (Editora da USP)
University press of the University of São Paulo, strong in academic publishing and criticism.
- Typical focus: humanities and research.
22. Editora 7 Letras
Independent house that publishes contemporary fiction and cultural non-fiction.
- Typical focus: contemporary Brazilian authors.
23. Record — Selo infantil
Children’s imprint of a major publisher focused on picture books and early readers.
- Typical focus: children’s literature.
24. Editora Abril (book arm/special projects)
Known from media publishing, with selective book projects tied to broader editorial brands.
- Typical focus: commercial tie-ins and illustrated books.
25. Editora Salamandra Brasil
Publisher operating with a literary and translation focus in the Portuguese market.
- Typical focus: literary fiction and translated voices.
26. Editora Civilização Brasileira
Historic publisher with a catalogue spanning history, politics and classic Brazilian works.
- Typical focus: history and cultural studies.
27. Companhia das Letras — Selo de bolso
Pocket imprint offering affordable editions and reprints of notable works.
- Typical focus: mass paperback editions.
28. Editora Papirus
Independent publisher known for poetry, essays and specialist literary titles.
- Typical focus: poetry and small-press literature.
29. Editora Hedra
Mid-sized publisher producing textbooks and professional titles alongside general trade books.
- Typical focus: academic textbooks and professional guides.
30. Editora Alameda
Independent literary publisher with curated fiction and non-fiction lists.
- Typical focus: contemporary and experimental literature.
31. Editora Mandarina
Boutique press focusing on illustrated works and lifestyle titles.
- Typical focus: design and illustrated books.
32. Editora Dafne
Small publisher working with regional authors and cultural projects.
- Typical focus: regional literature and short runs.
33. Editora Autêntica
Known for business, self-help and applied non-fiction aimed at general audiences.
- Typical focus: business and practical guides.
34. Editora Laemmert
Publisher with a mix of professional manuals and reference works.
- Typical focus: professional reference and manuals.
35. Editora Cosac Naify — Art Editions (influence)
Although the original imprint closed, its legacy lives on in art book production across boutiques.
- Typical focus: art and photo books.
36. Editora Aleph
Independent press specializing in genre fiction, especially science fiction and fantasy.
- Typical focus: speculative fiction.
37. Editora JBC
Publisher with strong ties to comics, manga and graphic novels in Brazil.
- Typical focus: comics and translated manga.
38. Nemo Editora
Small independent focusing on contemporary world literature and translation.
- Typical focus: translations and contemporary fiction.
39. Editora Nós
Micro-press producing poetry, essays and artisanal editions.
- Typical focus: poetry and small runs.
40. Editora Fósforo
Niche publisher for urban culture, short fiction and new writers.
- Typical focus: emerging authors and short stories.
41. Editora Hedra — Professional Books
A subline for vocational and continuing education texts.
- Typical focus: professional development titles.
42. Editora Letramento
Focuses on literacy, pedagogy and educational projects for schools.
- Typical focus: literacy and teaching resources.
43. Editora Vozes
Historic publisher known for theology, philosophy and regional culture.
- Typical focus: religious studies and humanities.
44. Editora Rocco Júnior
Children’s and YA imprint related to a larger trade publisher.
- Typical focus: kids and YA series.
45. Editora Todavia
Independent house noted for literary fiction and carefully selected translations.
- Typical focus: literary curation and quality translations.
46. Editora Zouk
Boutique publisher with a focus on contemporary Brazilian voices and experimental forms.
- Typical focus: contemporary literature and essays.
47. Editora Lewandowski
Small house publishing memoirs, essays and local authors.
- Typical focus: memoir and personal essays.
48. Companhia das Letras — Selo de não-ficção
Imprint emphasizing investigative journalism and long-form non-fiction.
- Typical focus: investigative non-fiction.
49. Editora Planeta Brasil
Part of an international group publishing a broad commercial list in Brazil.
- Typical focus: commercial fiction and non-fiction.
50. Editora Boitempo
Independent with a strong reputation in social sciences, politics and critical theory.
- Typical focus: political and social analysis.
51. Publifolha
Publishing arm with popular and general interest titles, often tied to broader media.
- Typical focus: general interest and current affairs.
52. Editora Sagarana
Regional and literary publisher focusing on local authors and cultural projects.
- Typical focus: regional literature.
53. Editora Matrix
Independent press working with philosophy, essays and academic crossover titles.
- Typical focus: philosophy and critical theory.
54. Editora Azougue
Small imprint that supports new poets and short-form literature.
- Typical focus: poetry and emerging poets.
55. Editora Jangada
Publisher focused on children’s picture books and visual storytelling.
- Typical focus: illustrated children’s books.
56. Editora Ubu
Experimental and avant-garde press with a focus on literary innovation.
- Typical focus: experimental literature.
57. Editora Estação Liberdade
Community-oriented publisher producing cultural and oral history projects.
- Typical focus: local history and cultural preservation.
58. Editora Elefante
Independent trade publisher for non-fiction and narrative journalism.
- Typical focus: narrative non-fiction.
59. Editora Sesi-SP
Corporate publisher producing industry, culture and educational works tied to Sesi activities.
- Typical focus: industry and education.
60. Editora Senac São Paulo
Publishes professional development, design and hospitality industry titles.
- Typical focus: vocational and design books.
61. Editora Best Seller
Commercial imprint producing mass-market titles and accessible non-fiction.
- Typical focus: mass-market non-fiction.
62. Editora Revan
Independent house for short fiction collections and local authors.
- Typical focus: short stories and collections.
63. Editora OITO
Boutique publisher with curated lists of modern fiction and essays.
- Typical focus: contemporary short lists.
64. Editora Três Estrelas
Mid-size publisher with curated non-fiction and cultural titles.
- Typical focus: essays and cultural criticism.
65. Editora Apicuri
Small independent focusing on art, photography and curated monographs.
- Typical focus: art books and monographs.
66. Editora Daqui
Regional press spotlighting local histories, memoirs and cultural narratives.
- Typical focus: regional memoir and culture.
67. Editora Vértice
Publishes academic crossover books and accessible scholarly titles.
- Typical focus: academic outreach books.
68. Editora Ubu — Poetry Series
Dedicated series for contemporary and translated poetry.
- Typical focus: contemporary poetry.
69. Editora Scipione
Publisher of legal, business and reference works for professionals.
- Typical focus: legal and professional reference.
70. Editora Hedra — Technical
Technical manuals and vocational content for specialized industries.
- Typical focus: manuals and technical guides.
71. Editora Terceiro Nome
Independent press supporting cultural projects and original fiction.
- Typical focus: cultural and literary projects.
72. Editora Iluminuras
Focuses on children’s literature with attention to picture book design.
- Typical focus: picture books and early readers.
73. Editora 8K
Digital-forward publisher experimenting with hybrid print/e-book releases.
- Typical focus: digital first and hybrid formats.
74. Editora Câmara Cascudo
Publisher of folklore, cultural studies and Brazilian popular culture titles.
- Typical focus: folklore and cultural heritage.
75. Editora Bom Texto
Independent press with a steady programme of essays and novels.
- Typical focus: essays and contemporary novels.
76. Editora Girassol
Small Christian and inspirational publisher producing devotional and faith-related books.
- Typical focus: faith and inspirational titles.
77. Editora Verus
Imprint focused on literary translations and contemporary international fiction.
- Typical focus: translations and global fiction.
78. Editora 7Letras — New Voices
A line dedicated to debut authors and short-run experimental works.
- Typical focus: debut authors and discovery.
79. Editora Palavra & Ação
Community and activist publisher producing practical guides and grassroots literature.
- Typical focus: activist literature and practical guides.
80. Editora Nankin
Boutique press emphasizing design, photography and limited editions.
- Typical focus: artful limited editions.
Final note
This list is intended as a broad survey of Brazil’s active publishing ecosystem in 2025, mixing large national houses, university presses, and smaller independent and boutique publishers. For any prospective submission or partnership, check each publisher’s current editorial focus and submission guidelines directly with them.
Disclaimer: The publishers listed here are provided for informational purposes only. We are not affiliated with these publishers and do not guarantee manuscript acceptance. We only provide professional book editing, marketing, and formatting services to help authors prepare their work for submission and improve their chances of acceptance. Always verify submission details on the publisher’s official website before applying.
