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SelfPubAus is a free information hub and community for people like us who are writing and looking at self-publishing options. We don’t offer any paid publishing or printing services but you can find a list of Australian suppliers here.

Wherever you are in your book writing journey, come and join the Self Publishing Australia Meetup group or find us on Facebook or LinkedInClick here for a full calendar of relevant events.

"Is this offer genuine?"

“Is this offer genuine?”

Self-published authors frequently get unsolicited publishing and publicity offers, but they're nearly always a scam ... Read More
Human vs machine proofreading

Human vs machine proofreading

Can an AI-spellchecker do the same job as a human? ... Read More
Authors sitting around a pub table discussing books

Authors sitting around a pub table discussing books

November's MeetUp involved an interesting discussion about GenAI for authors ... Read More
Sydney Authors Inked event at The Little Big House, Summer Hill. Two fabulous guest speakers Sunday 3 November 2024. 12.30 to 2.30pm. Images of authors + Ink magazine front cover on LHS, text on RHS

Two Book Events presented by Sydney Authors Inked

Sydney Authors Inked have two events in November, Writers in Conversation and a Book Festival ... Read More
Shivers and intrigue in ink issue 5

Shivers and intrigue in ink issue 5

The latest edition of our literary magazine ink is out - ready for Hallowe'en! ... Read More
Gentle SciFi for Gentle Readers

Gentle SciFi for Gentle Readers

Have you ever wanted to read a gentle introduction to science fiction but didn't know where to start? Wanted wholesome stories without sex, violence, or drugs? I have created a Facebook group where like-minded authors and readers can meet and share gentle SciFi recommendations. It's called Gentle SciFi for Gentle ... Read More
Pile of Books

“There’s no shame in self-publishing”

We loved this recent article about self-publishing and why there's nothing shameful about the DIY route ... Read More
A Golden Grrrl’s Guide to the Galaxy

A Golden Grrrl’s Guide to the Galaxy

Author Robyn Flemming describes her travels as a global nomad and editor-without-borders ... Read More
Bold Journey feature about SelfPubAus

Bold Journey feature about SelfPubAus

SelfPubAus has been featured on Bold Journey, a website that shares people's stories of how they got to where they are today ... Read More
Sydney Authors Inked logo

TWO FABULOUS EVENTS THIS AUGUST and SEPTEMBER

SYDNEY AUTHORS INKED presents two fabulous authors - Veronica Strachan from the Australian Book Lovers website and podcast on 4 August 2024 and Ashley Kalagian Blunt, author of Dark Mode on 1 September at The Little Big House, Summer Hill from 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm. Come along to hear ... Read More
Sydney Authors Inked - A Writer's Journey logo in black white and red at LHS top corner. Next to is is text - Our next event is on Sunday 2 June 2024 12.30pm to 2.30pm. The Little Big House, 16 Flour Mill Way, Summer Hill address is at the bottom. Two author photos on LHS under logo - Judith O'Connor and Bel Vidal

Sydney Authors Inked – A Writer’s Journey Next Event

Come along to our next event at The Little Big House, Summer Hill on Sunday 2 June from 12.30pm to 2.30pm. Enjoy great company, two fabulous authors talking about their books, and learn about our writer's journeys. Sydney Authors Inked - A Writer's Journey A collective of authors sharing their ... Read More
Spill the Beans Challenge 19

Spill the Beans Challenge 19

The next Spill The Beans challenge is to write up to 400 words - prose or poetry - on the theme "Formidable" ... Read More

You are likely looking at this site because you have started writing – or finished writing – a book. You love the process, love what you are doing, but feel a bit wary about what the landscape is like out there. Self-publishing is more accessible than ever, and far less expensive doing it on your own with a little help from your own community. But is it the right option for you? Between us, we have written millions of words – we make a living out of it. Lots of things are happening in publishing. What we find out, we will let you know.  We will post reviews. We will give you honest opinions of what is going on. We also want to hear and share your experiences. So wander in. We will be posting blogs and updates frequently! self-publishing