No Starch Press publishes the finest in geek entertainment — distinctive books on computing, such as bestsellers Steal This Computer Book, Hacking: The Art of Exploitation, Practical Packet Analysis, and The Manga Guides. We focus on open source/Linux, security, hacking, programming, alternative operating systems, and science and math. Our titles have personality and attitude, our authors are passionate about their subjects, and we read and edit every book that bears our name. Our goal is to make computing accessible to technophile and novice alike, and our readers appreciate our straightforward presentation and fearless approach to the complex world of technology. No Starch Press titles have been included in the prestigious Communication Arts Design Annual and STEP inside 100 competition, and have won the Ippy Award from Independent Publisher magazine.

San Francisco-based No Starch Press was founded in 1994 by William Pollock, who brings more than 20 years of publishing industry experience to the company. Prior to launching No Starch Press, Pollock worked in professional reference, scientific, college and trade publishing, and was a co-founder of computer book publisher Apress. Pollock remains an active editor and works closely with most of our authors.

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SALES AND DISTRIBUTION

Since January 2004, No Starch Press titles have been distributed in the U.S. by O'Reilly Media (www.oreilly.com). O'Reilly's experienced sales force distributes our titles to nationwide chains and independent bookstores, online booksellers, all major wholesalers (Ingram, Baker & Taylor, Bookazine, Koen, and so on), as well as directly to consumers.

Here's a list of our international distributors. Thanks to our extensive network of international partners we're able to reach all major English language markets worldwide. We also have numerous contacts with international publishers who have translated our titles into over 21 different languages.

WRITE FOR US!

If you have a book in mind that you'd like us to consider, whether it's just an idea or a complete proposal, please email our editors at editors [at] nostarch [dot] com. Here's a list of the questions that we ask authors to consider in their book proposals.

Here's our current publishing agreement. Bill has written a bit about our agreement on our blog.

We're always looking for good books, so what are you waiting for?

FREELANCE OPPORTUNITIES

We're always on the lookout for excellent freelancers, especially proofreaders, copyeditors, and indexers. If you're interested in freelance work, please send an email detailing your relevant experience to production [at] nostarch [dot] com.

MEDIA REQUESTS

Members of the media may request review copies of our titles and arrange author interviews by contacting our publicity department at pr [at] nostarch [dot] com or calling +1 415.863.9900.

You can read our press releases here.

USER GROUPS

We're pleased to offer user group discounts. For discount information or to see if your group is eligible please email usergroups [at] nostarch [dot] com.

ACADEMIC REVIEW AND DESK COPY REQUESTS

If you would like to consider using one of our books in your course, please download this form and return it by email to academic [at] nostarch [dot] com or fax to +1 415.863.9950.

JOBS

If we have any job openings you'll find them here.

ORDER QUESTIONS?

View answers to frequently asked questions about ordering here.

100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

We stand behind what we publish. That means that if you're unhappy with your purchase for any reason, we're unhappy, and you can return it for a full refund or exchange. If you intend to return something please let us know in advance. When returning, simply ship your book (in salable condition), along with proof of purchase and your mailing address, to the address below. Upon receipt of your purchase in salable condition we'll refund your shipping costs up to $5.00 (within the U.S.) or $10.00 (international).

If the CD-ROM included with your book is defective, we'll gladly ship you a replacement. To receive your replacement CD please send proof of purchase (a sales receipt or a photocopy of the first printed page in your book will suffice) and your mailing address to us by email, fax, or mail.

CONTACT US

No Starch Press, Inc.
555 De Haro St., Suite 250
San Francisco, CA 94107
USA
Phone: 800.420.7240 or +1 415.863.9900 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m., M-F, PST)
Fax: +1 415.863.9950
Email: info [at] nostarch [dot] com