FALS announces Rowland Manuscript Development Grant winner
Wednesday, 4 February 2026
The Foundation for Australian Literary Studies (FALS) has named Terri-ann White as recipient of the $5000 PF Rowland Manuscript Development Grant, which is offered annually to support a book project....
Campaign for former diplomat’s novel goes off like an assassin’s shot
Wednesday, 4 February 2026
Former Australian diplomat Ian Kemish’s debut novel Two Islands (UQP, 9780702268991) has earned a reprint on publication day and is off to an extraordinary start. The campaign includes: • Book...
ABIA Audiobook and Business Award nominations close 11 February
Wednesday, 4 February 2026
Nominations for the 2026 ABIA Audiobook and Business Awards close on Wednesday 11 February at 11:59 pm AEDT. Don't miss out! Showcase outstanding audiobooks, publishers and commissioning editors by submitting...
Publishing director, Brisbane
Wednesday, 4 February 2026
The University of Queensland Press (UQP) Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 5 years Based at our Long Pocket precinct with free parking About This Opportunity The University of...
Production assistant, Melbourne
Wednesday, 4 February 2026
Scribe Publications Pty Ltd We’re one of Australia’s key independent publishers, and we’re looking for an experienced Production Assistant to help with the production of Scribe’s catalogues, proofs, new titles,...
Shop manager, Melbourne
Wednesday, 4 February 2026
Readings We’re looking for someone to run our beautiful Doncaster shop - taking responsibility for sales and profit performance, team leadership and development, budget management, community relationships, and day-to-day operations....
Wilkinson Publishing
Tuesday, 3 February 2026
Featuring top selling books by Michael Yardney, Australia’s leading voice on property and wealth creation
NewSouth acquires Tiffany novella
Tuesday, 3 February 2026
NewSouth has acquired Australian publishing rights to The Lady with the Dog, a new novella by Carrie Tiffany, with illustrations by Noel McKenna, in a deal with Curtis Brown literary agent...
Affirm acquires Katherine debut novel
Tuesday, 3 February 2026
Affirm Press has acquired world rights to Judith Katherine’s debut novel, Simply Beside Herself, described as “a warm, charming novel about reclaiming independence at every stage of life.” “When Elizabeth...
A&U acquires Spratt debut novel
Tuesday, 3 February 2026
Allen & Unwin has acquired world rights to The Followers, a debut novel by Maree Spratt. A&U described The Followers as “a keenly observed and darkly funny exploration of coming of...
TitlePage: recommendations, favourites drive seasonal sales
Tuesday, 3 February 2026
TitlePage’s subscriber engagement figures for December 2025 reflected the importance of word-of-mouth, seasonal habits and the continuing appeal of established favourites, reports the Australian Publishers Association (APA). The APA-run TitlePage...
Aurealis Awards 2025 shortlists announced
Monday, 2 February 2026
The 2025 finalists in the Aurealis Awards, which recognise “the achievements of Australian science fiction, fantasy and horror writers”, have been announced. Awards are presented across 15 categories: Best Children’s...
Fremantle Press – Be a part of the stories that move us
Friday, 30 January 2026
Celebrating 35 years of the Hungerford Award for Best Manuscript for an Unpublished author, we are proud to introduce Yirga Gelaw Woldeyes and his groundbreaking new book Trials of Hope...
Roly Sussex short story winners announced
Friday, 30 January 2026
The Queensland Branch of the English-Speaking Union (ESU) has named the 7 writers recognised in the 14th Roly Sussex Short Story Competition. The stories and their authors are: Open Division...
Ockham 2026 longlists announced
Thursday, 29 January 2026
The longlists for this year’s Ockham New Zealand Book Awards have been announced. The titles in each category are: Jann Medlicott Acorn Prize for Fiction 1985 (Dominic Hoey, Penguin) All...
Australians shortlisted in 2026 Edgar Awards
Thursday, 29 January 2026
Australian authors are among the finalists in this year’s Edgar Allan Poe Awards, presented by Mystery Writers of America. Charlotte McConaghy’s Wild Dark Shore (Penguin) was shortlisted for Best Novel,...
Writing Australia announces new funding programs, partnerships
Wednesday, 28 January 2026
Writing Australia has announced 3 new investment programs, 4 new partnerships and 2 new publishing industry strategic grants. Opening soon, the new investment opportunities fall into 3 categories: The Australian...
Authors recognised in Australian of the Year awards
Wednesday, 28 January 2026
Ultramarathon runner Nedd Brockmann and tour guide Sita Sargeant, both published authors, have been named in this year’s Australian of the Year awards. Brockmann is the recipient of the Young...
Literary figures among Australians of the Year, Australia Day Honours; Writing Australia announces investments, partnerships, 2026 VIPs
Wednesday, 28 January 2026
Headlining this week's news, several authors, publishers and literary workers were named in the 2026 Australia Day Honours and the Australian of the Year awards; while Writing Australia announced a...
Freelance book editor, online
Wednesday, 28 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, Collingwood
Wednesday, 28 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...
General manager, New South Wales
Wednesday, 28 January 2026
Mudgee Readers’ Festival Inc. Mudgee Readers’ Festival is seeking a General Manager / Creative Director to lead the delivery of its annual literary festival, held on the third weekend of...
Publisher Susan Murray to retire from Sydney University Press
Wednesday, 28 January 2026
Publisher Susan Murray has made the decision to retire after 20 years of dedicated service to Sydney University Press. Susan has guided SUP from its rebirth through to the strong...
ABIA 2026 Book Award nominations close tonight
Wednesday, 28 January 2026
There’s still some time to submit your entries for the ABIA 2026 Book Awards, but please note that the nominations are closing tonight at 11:59 pm AEDT. Books+Publishing’s ABIA team...
Like, Follow, Die (Ultimo)
Tuesday, 27 January 2026
Corinne Gray’s life is falling apart. When homicide detective Kyle Nazarian unexpectedly knocks on her door on a rainy morning, she knows why. He wants to talk about her son,...
Like, Follow, Die (Ashley Kalagian Blunt, Ultimo)
Tuesday, 27 January 2026
RMIT surveys book industry professionals
Tuesday, 27 January 2026
RMIT academics in the Master of Writing and Publishing program are researching the impact of postgraduate writing and publishing programs on the contemporary book industry and industry futures. As part...
Hazel Rowley Fellowship shortlist announced
Thursday, 22 January 2026
Nine Australian writers have been shortlisted for this year’s $20,000 Hazel Rowley Literary Fellowship. Della Rowley, sister of the late biographer Hazel Rowley, said, “We had a record number of...
Creative Australia announces funded projects; Writers Victoria petition launches; APA releases ABIA guide
Wednesday, 21 January 2026
Among these week's headlines, literature organisations and individuals around Australia received a total of $10.6 million for 212 projects in Creative Australia’s latest funding round; Writers Victoria launched a petition...
Vale Robert Macklin
Wednesday, 21 January 2026
Writer and director Robert Macklin died on 16 January, aged 84. Macklin was the author of more than 30 books, including Dark Paradise (Hachette), Hamilton Hume (Hachette) and 4 works...
