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Past works and submissions for design, philosophy, and meaningful living

Ibérico Nogueira Publishing

An independent publisher based in Portugal for critical thinking, design philosophy, and meaningful living in a hyper-designed world.

Ibérico Nogueira Publishing House is a publishing house accepting submissions focused on philosophy, design, culture, and human experience. Authors ready to submit manuscript projects in English and Portuguese are welcome when the work combines rigor, originality, and accessible writing.

Our editorial model is curated / selective: we publish only a few books occasionally, choosing projects for depth, relevance, and long-term cultural value rather than volume.

Past Publications

Ibérico Nogueira Publishing House publications and editorial preview

Tethered

June, 2025 1st Edition

In a world where we often feel isolated, Tethered invites readers to explore the hidden networks we are part of: quantum bonds, shared awareness, emotional synchrony, and the subtle threads of meaning that weave us into something larger. These tethers are not limiting myths or societal constructs, but profound and often overlooked truths that remind us we are never truly alone.

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The Last Nobleman thriller novel cover by Luis Portas

The Last Nobleman

September, 2021 2nd Edition

There was no sound when the steel needle penetrated the man's arm. The executioner observed him with a sinister pleasure as if studying his eyes. The thick silence in the bedroom was only deceived by the restless moaning underneath the duck tape over the man's mouth. The sparse movements inside the closet indicated that the Janitor was still trying to break free from the ropes, so Mansur slipped the lethal venom into the man's veins quickly. A female voice came through the closed door, but that didn't disturb him. He was enjoying his murder.

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Delirious Shanghai book cover by Luis Portas and Victor Kirillov

Delirious Shanghai

September, 2022 1st Edition

Delirious Shanghai is an art book about architecture and life in the biggest Asian megapolis, through the eyes of two expat architects. Uncover city stories about survival in an ultra modern international hub and enjoy their journey into Shanghai's social and cultural landscape and its intersection with urbanism and building design.

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Memórias que Parecem Contos book cover by Dr. Luis Ibérico Nogueira

Memórias que Parecem Contos

September, 1956 2nd Edition

Memórias que Parecem Contos is a collection of touching short stories by the revered Dr. Ibérico Nogueira. General practitioner from Valença do Minho, Portugal.

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Runojaja Aforismeja Elämästä poetry book cover by Merja Pelamo and published by Iberico Nogueira

Runoja ja Aforismeja Elamasta

May, 2022 1st Edition

Poems and thoughts about the beauty and depth of life. Texts collected over the years from a desk drawer. For my own memory and as an inspiration to others.

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The Northern Mafia thriller novel cover by Luis Portas

Northern Mafia

August, 2022 1st Edition

Immersed in the quiet, meticulous life of a farmer, Henrique De Guerra tries to forget his past. But when the Portuguese Secret Service knocks on his door to call him back into the game, he springs into action.

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We are open to submissions on a rolling basis. Authors searching for an independent publisher in Portugal can submit manuscripts or proposals in literary fiction, philosophical essays, narrative nonfiction, poetry, and interdisciplinary works. Please review the guidelines below before emailing your materials.

Submission Guidelines

What We're Looking For

We publish work that explores the intersection of design, philosophy, and everyday life. We're particularly interested in:

  • Critical examinations of designed environments and their impact on human experience
  • Philosophical inquiries into the nature of design and its relationship to meaning, agency, and well-being
  • Practical approaches to living more consciously in a hyper-designed world
  • Speculative design proposals that imagine alternative possibilities for our designed future
  • Interdisciplinary work that bridges design, philosophy, psychology, sociology, and other relevant fields

Submission Format

  • Essay | Books | Poetry: Submit at least 2,000-5,000 words
  • Visual work | Photographs | Artworks: Submit with an artist statement of at least 500 words
  • Videos | Movies | Films: Submit link to sample with an artist statement of at least 500 words
  • File format: .docx, .pdf, or .rtf for text; .jpg, .png, or .pdf for images
  • Include a brief bio (100-150 words) and contact information

Review Process

  • Initial review: 2-3 weeks
  • If selected for further consideration, you'll receive feedback within 4-6 weeks
  • Final decisions are made within 8-10 weeks of submission
  • We offer feedback on all submissions that reach the second stage of review
  • We accept simultaneous submissions. Please do not send multiple submissions simultaneously. If your work is accepted elsewhere, inform us immediately.

Submit Your Work

We're always looking for thoughtful, provocative work that challenges conventional thinking about design and its relationship to human experience.

We welcome thoughtful, bold, and original voices.
If your work aligns with the vision outlined above, submit your materials via email:

publishing@ibericonogueira.com

Be sure to include your name, a short bio, your submission file, and an abstract or artist statement.

Due to the high volume of submissions, responses may take up to two weeks. If you do not receive a response within four weeks, please consider the submission declined. Please do not resend the same submission during that period.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the submission process or would like to discuss a potential publication, please don't hesitate to reach out.

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