Bakers Lane Books acquires McLean novel
Wednesday, 21 May 2025
Bakers Lane Books has acquired world rights to The One Remaining by debut Australian novelist Paula McLean. Publisher Ginny Grant said: ‘The One Remaining is a story of novelist Hilary...
Entries are open for UQP Mentorship Prize for under-represented writers
Wednesday, 21 May 2025
Please click here to enter and to find out more about this prize for previously unpublished authors. Entries close on Friday, 1 August at 5pm AEST.
IT and database specialist, Sydney
Wednesday, 21 May 2025
Currency Press Are you a technophile? Currency Press is looking for someone who loves all things computer to work part time on our database and other things. Currency Press is...
Minoan Footsteps: A Novel
Wednesday, 21 May 2025
Set against the ancient landscapes of Crete, Minoan Footsteps follows six women on a guided tour where myth, memory and modern tensions collide. As they explore sacred sites and local...
Income tax returns and your Books+Publishing subscription
Wednesday, 21 May 2025
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) provides information on its website about work-related income tax deductions for digital information services, such as Books+Publishing. The ATO website says: 'To claim a deduction...
ABIA photos available
Wednesday, 14 May 2025
Books+Publishing hopes you enjoyed the 2025 Australian Book Industry Awards. Photos of the award ceremony on 7 May are now available for download. See the photos in this OneDrive folder....
Authors & Artists for Palestine Fundraising Auction
Wednesday, 14 May 2025
Endorsed by Omar Sakr and Randa Abdel-Fattah, and run in conjunction with Australia Palestine Advocacy Network (APAN) and Readers & Writers Against the Genocide, the Authors & Artists for Palestine...
Jeannine Fowler memorial celebration
Wednesday, 14 May 2025
Friends and colleagues are invited to a celebration of the life of the inimitable Jeannine Fowler. An incredible force for good in our industry over many years, loved and missed...
ABIA-shortlisted young adult novel Stuck Up & Stupid by Angourie and Kate Rice selected for Reese’s Book Club
Wednesday, 14 May 2025
ABIA-shortlisted YA novel Stuck Up & Stupid by Angourie and Kate Rice has been selected for Reese’s Book Club, a huge milestone for this dynamic mother-daughter debut. Released in Australia...
Receptionist and Faber Writing Academy Coordinator, Sydney
Wednesday, 14 May 2025
Allen & Unwin Allen & Unwin, 15-time Publisher of the Year and Australia’s leading independent publisher, is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated person to become our Receptionist and Faber Writing...
Publicist, Sydney
Wednesday, 14 May 2025
Hardie Grant Hardie Grant is a leading independent publisher specialising in illustrated non-fiction, fiction, kids, travel and lifestyle titles, complemented by a dynamic portfolio of overseas publishers. We are seeking...
IT and Database specialist, Sydney
Wednesday, 14 May 2025
Currency Press Are you a technophile? Currency Press is looking for someone who loves all things computer to work part time on our database and other things. Currency Press is...
Development editor, Victoria
Wednesday, 7 May 2025
Thames & Hudson Australia Pty Ltd We’re looking for an experienced Development Editor to develop concepts, shape manuscripts and work with authors, photographers and designers to ensure books fulfil their...
Change for the Catholic University of America
Wednesday, 7 May 2025
Publisher: The Catholic University of America New distributor: Woodslane Pty Ltd Changeover date: 1 May 2025 Contact URL: info@woodslane.com.au
Jeannine Fowler memorial celebration
Wednesday, 7 May 2025
Friends and colleagues are invited to a celebration of the life of the inimitable Jeannine Fowler. An incredible force for good in our industry over many years, loved and missed...
Nominations open for the Australian Publishing Industry’s Rising Star Award
Wednesday, 7 May 2025
The Rising Star Award is a great opportunity to shine a spotlight on the incredible early-career staff who are making a significant impact to your organisation. Nominees must currently be...
Rights and licensing coordinator, New South Wales
Wednesday, 7 May 2025
Art Gallery of New South Wales Obtaining and licensing images and other content, such as text, film and music, for Art Gallery uses across projects, products, media and platforms; and...
Product manager (part-time), New South Wales
Wednesday, 7 May 2025
Allen & Unwin Allen & Unwin, Australia’s largest independent book publisher, is looking for a motivated, proactive and experienced Product Manager to join our International Agencies team for a 12-month...
Marketing designer, Sydney
Wednesday, 7 May 2025
Hachette Australia Hachette Australia has an exciting opportunity to join the marketing team in the role of Marketing Designer on a 12-month fixed-term parental leave cover contract. Based in our...
Tonelli appointed publisher at Walker Books
Thursday, 1 May 2025
Walker Books has announced the appointment of Eve Tonelli to the role of publisher, Australia and New Zealand, replacing Clare Hallifax, who had worked in the role since 2021. Tonelli...
Bakers Lane Books launches as new independent publisher
Wednesday, 30 April 2025
A new independent publishing house, Bakers Lane Books, has officially launched this week. Led by publisher Ginny Grant, Bakers Lane Books will focus on publishing a select number of quality...
Rockpool Publishing announces new US distribution partnership with Andrews McMeel Publishing
Wednesday, 30 April 2025
Rockpool Publishing is excited to announce a new partnership with Andrews McMeel Publishing for the US distribution of its annual planners and calendars, effective immediately. This strategic collaboration marks a...
Publishing co-ordinator, Sydney
Wednesday, 30 April 2025
Rockpool Publishing Rockpool Publishing is a dynamic, award-winning Australian publisher with an international outlook. Our authors hail from around the world, and we publish more than 100 titles and co-editions...
Product Manager (Part-time), Sydney
Wednesday, 30 April 2025
Allen & Unwin Allen & Unwin, Australia’s largest independent book publisher, is looking for a motivated, proactive and experienced Product Manager to join our International Agencies team for a 12-month...
Wright to leave Puncher & Wattmann
Tuesday, 29 April 2025
Ed Wright has resigned as publishing director of Puncher & Wattmann, after seven years in the role. Joining Puncher & Wattmann in 2015 as fiction editor, Wright became a co-owner...
National Family Reading Month
Wednesday, 23 April 2025
NATIONAL FAMILY READING MONTH is an initiative that represents the heart of our business – literacy is the key to learning and achievement. We believe that all children, with the...
Reach Sydney locals with Neighbourhood Media
Wednesday, 23 April 2025
Connect with your community and boost your local profile by featuring your bookshop in Neighbourhood Media’s suburb-specific magazines. Stocked in local hotspots, Neighbourhood Media’s magazines help you engage readers right...
Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing to represent Post Wave Children’s Books
Wednesday, 23 April 2025
Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing (HGCP) has announced it will take on sales and distribution of Post Wave Publishing UK (PWUK), a subsidiary of Post Wave Publishing China. HGCP is thrilled...
Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing to represent Post Wave Children’s Books
Wednesday, 16 April 2025
Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing (HGCP) has announced it will take on sales and distribution of Post Wave Publishing UK (PWUK), a subsidiary of Post Wave Publishing China. HGCP is thrilled...
Rockpool Publishing unveils new gift imprint: Sweet Hearts Press
Wednesday, 16 April 2025
Sydney, Australia – 16 April 2025 – Rockpool Publishing is proud to announce the launch of Sweet Hearts Press, a vibrant new imprint designed to revolutionise the gift industry. Debuting...





