The non-for-profit initiative of the Australian books industry co-hosted an event last week bringing together members of local government and publishers, booksellers, librarians, and authors to highlight the coordinated effort needed to champion reading in Australia and beyond.
New Study: Half of Australians Say They Want To Read More
The Australian Publishers Association and Australia Reads have made a first large study of reading habits in their market.
Arpita Das: Caring for Editors
Arpita Das on the demands of editing: ‘I remember sitting on the verandah, after hours of editing, finding it difficult to breathe.’
Accessibility in Books: Australia’s New Publishing Guide
The Institute of Professional Editors in Australia has produced an end-to-end guide on accessible publishing two years in the making.
Australian Publishers Association: A First Industry Diversity Study
Surveying publishers, large to small, as well as freelancers and self-employed pros, the Australian study finds a need for ‘diverse representation.’
In Australia, Publishers and Readers Embrace Diverse Books
The case for publishing diverse voices is ‘self-evident’ in Australia, as books on diverse experiences become a bestselling force in the market.
Rising Traction for Australia’s Indigenous Publishing
‘There has never been a better time for Indigenous publishing’ in Australia, says one book publisher, as Indigenous writing hit the bestseller lists.
Australia’s University Presses Find a Following Off-Campus
Far from the halls of ivy, Australian university presses find favor with readers in search of authoritative information in time of fake news.