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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.

Selling books at local markets

Selling books at local markets

Paulene Turner is one of many self-published authors selling their books at local markets ... Read More
Writers at the Pub presented by Sydney Authors Inked - 3 December 2025 event.

Writers at the Pub presented by Sydney Authors Inked

Sydney Authors Inked is holding a Christmas event on Wednesday 3rd December ... Read More
October MeetUp topics discussed

October MeetUp topics discussed

We had a great MeetUp in Sydney today, discussing many useful self-publishing tools ... Read More
Strong growth for self-publishing in Asia Pacific

Strong growth for self-publishing in Asia Pacific

Self-publishing continues to grow strongly in the Asia-Pacific region, according to a new market report. Four major trends were identified ... Read More
Spring has sprung... time for a MeetUp

Spring has sprung… time for a MeetUp

Spring finally seems to be arriving... making it time for our September MeetUp at the Strawberry Hills Hotel next to Central Station, Sydney. Come and meet some fellow writers and have a drink or lunch if you like. Everyone is welcome, whatever stage of the writing and publishing journey they're ... Read More
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We should be paying more attention to indie authors – here’s why

Community Publishing in Regional Australia is researching how regional Australians are using digital technology to publish and distribute books ... Read More
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Self-publishing market is booming

The online self-publishing services market is booming, forecast to more than double to US $25.6 billion globally by 2033 ... Read More
Strong growth in global eBooks market

Strong growth in global eBooks market

The digital publishing market continues to enjoy strong growth - good news for all writers! ... Read More
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Which platform should you use to digitally self-publish?

What are the advantages and disadvantages of different digital publishing platforms? ... Read More
Creating a brief for a book cover designer

Creating a brief for a book cover designer

When working with a cover designer, it's important to provide a comprehensive brief. Designer Luke Harris explains what's needed ... Read More
Sydney festive MeetUp - great to see you all!

Sydney festive MeetUp – great to see you all!

Lovely to see old and new faces at the Sydney December MeetUp - the last for 2024 ... Read More
"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

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