APA guide for ABIA entries
Wednesday, 21 January 2026
Thinking about entering the 2026 Australian Book Industry Awards (ABIA)? This guide is for you. The Australian Publishers Association (APA) says, "We’ve pulled together insights and learnings from the 2025...
Freelance book editor, online
Wednesday, 21 January 2026
Reedsy “Four years since I began editing on Reedsy and it has been the greatest gift of my professional career.” —Nicole F., Reedsy editor The role Crafting beautiful books is...
Finance assistant/bookkeeper, Melbourne
Wednesday, 21 January 2026
Black Inc. Black Inc is seeking an experienced Finance Assistant/Bookkeeper to support our finance manager by handling daily tasks like data entry, processing invoices (accounts payable/receivable), reconciling bank statements, requiring...
Receptionist/administrative assistant, Melbourne
Wednesday, 21 January 2026
Allen & Unwin (A&U) Receptionist / Administrative Assistant Allen & Unwin, 15-time Publisher of the Year and Australia’s leading independent publisher, is seeking an enthusiastic, organised, and detail-oriented Receptionist /...
Change for Clever Publishing
Wednesday, 21 January 2026
Publisher: Clever Publishing Old distributor: Allen & Unwin Changeover date: 31 March 2026 Returns cut-off: 27 February 2026
Submit your ABIA 2026 nominations now
Wednesday, 21 January 2026
The Australian Book Industry Awards (ABIA) celebrate the exceptional talents and creativity of the book industry in Australia every year. There’s still some time to submit your entries for ABIA...
Changes in distribution sales and returns for PowerHouse Books in Australia and New Zealand
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
PowerHouse Books will no longer be distributed by Simon & Schuster Australia after 31 December 2025. All requests for returns authorisations must be with HEDS by 1 February 2026. Requests...
Freelance book editor, online
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Reedsy “Four years since I began editing on Reedsy and it has been the greatest gift of my professional career.” —Nicole F., Reedsy editor The role Crafting beautiful books is...
Production controller, multiple states
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Simon & Schuster Australia Simon & Schuster is seeking a full-time Production Controller to join the team in either our Melbourne or Sydney office. Working closely with the Production Manager...
Bookseller / literary lead, Sydney
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Bookoccino A rare opportunity for someone who likes people, loves books. Bookoccino – the Northern Beaches literary hub since 1992 – is seeking an experienced bookseller to step into our...
Change for Island Press
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Publisher: Island Press Old distributor: Woodslane Pty Ltd New distributor: New South Changeover date: 1 April 2026 Returns cut-off: 30 April 2026 Contact URL: info@woodslane.com.au
Bookseller, Melbourne
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Benn’s Books We are looking for a staff member for three or four days a week for our busy, trusted bookshop. We have proudly been part of the community for...
Junior commissioning editor, Sydney
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Hachette Australia Reporting to the Head of Children’s Publishing, this role will acquire and develop books primarily for Hachette Australia’s Children’s imprint, with some scope to acquire for our Adult...
National accounts coordinator: DDS, Sydney
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Hachette Australia Hachette Australia has an exciting opportunity to join our sales team in the role of National Accounts Coordinator: DDS. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about...
Children’s and special sales manager, Sydney
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Hachette Australia Children’s and Special Sales Manager Hachette Australia is seeking a full-time Children’s and Special Sales Manager to join their Sales team. This role works closely with the Education...
Online and digital sales coordinator, Sydney
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Hachette Australia Online and Digital Sales Coordinator Are you looking for an exciting sales opportunity where you can utilise your outstanding organisation and analytical skills? Are you looking for a...
Company store buyer, Sydney
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Dymocks Dymocks has an exciting opportunity for a Company Store Buyer to join the Books team! This is a permanent role, based in our head office in Sydney’s CBD. As...
Submit your 2026 ABIA nominations now!
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Australian Book Industry Awards. Book Award nominations are open until Wednesday 28 January Audiobook and Publisher Business Award nominations are open until Wednesday 11 February Nominations for all 2026 Retail...
Change for Marco Polo
Wednesday, 17 December 2025
Publisher: Marco Polo Old distributor: Hardie Grant New distributor: Woodslane Pty Ltd Changeover date: 1 January 2026 Contact URL: info@woodslane.com.au
Change for PowerHouse Books
Wednesday, 17 December 2025
Publisher: PowerHouse Books Old distributor: Simon & Schuster ANZ New distributor: Contact PowerHouse Books Changeover date: 31 December 2025 Returns cut-off: 1 February 2026 (See classified.)
Submit your 2026 ABIA nominations now!
Wednesday, 10 December 2025
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Australian Book Industry Awards. Book Award nominations are open until Wednesday 28 January Audiobook and Publisher Business Award nominations are open until Wednesday 11 February Nominations for all 2026 Retail...
Senior editor, New South Wales
Wednesday, 10 December 2025
HarperCollins Publishers HarperCollins Publishers has an exciting opportunity for an experienced book editor to join the HarperCollins Adult Books team. This is a full-time position, based at our head office...
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Australian Book Industry Awards!
Wednesday, 3 December 2025
Nominations are now open! Gather those lists and enter your 2025 titles for consideration in next year's ABIA, as we prepare to celebrate all that has been achieved and those...
Senior editor, New South Wales
Wednesday, 3 December 2025
HarperCollins Publishers HarperCollins Publishers has an exciting opportunity for an experienced book editor to join the HarperCollins Adult Books team. This is a full-time position, based at our head office...
Text Publishing congratulates James Islington
Wednesday, 26 November 2025
Victorian author James Islington has enjoyed an outstanding first week of sales for THE STRENGTH OF THE FEW. This second novel in the Hierarchy series is #1 on the New...
The Distribution and Logistics Company (TDLC) Peak season ordering cut off
Wednesday, 26 November 2025
To ensure you have your stock delivered before Christmas please note the last day for ordering to receive stock by Christmas Eve*. Please ensure your orders are placed by 2pm:...
2026 Hachette Australia internship, Sydney
Wednesday, 19 November 2025
Hachette Australia Hachette Australia’s applications are open for the 2026 Hachette Australia Internship Program! This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and passionate individual to join one of Australia’s...
Sales and distribution manager, Brisbane
Wednesday, 19 November 2025
University of Queensland Press (UQP) University of Queensland Press (UQP) Full-time, fixed-term position (12-month parental leave cover). Base salary will be in the range $115,645 – $129,654 + 17% Superannuation...
Change for Windy Hollow Books
Wednesday, 12 November 2025
Publisher: Windy Hollow Books ISBN prefix: 97819211 Old distributor: New South Books New distributor: Walker Books Australia Changeover date: 1 January 2026 Returns cut-off: 1 December 2025
Change for Union Square & Co.
Wednesday, 12 November 2025
Publisher: Union Square & Co. Old distributor: NewSouth Books New distributor: Hachette Australia Changeover date: 2 February 2026 Returns cut-off: 31 March 2026 Contact URL: Hachette Australia





