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Writing and Publishing

Libraries offer excellent sources of information on how to publish, and welcome local authors into our branches for launches and talks.

If you are wanting to publish or are looking for a market you can improve your chances by knowing how public libraries support local authors and build their collections. [Word 213KB]

 

The Alliance of Independent AuthorsLink exits to another website
Support, guidance, advice, contacts, advocacy and connection for the self-publishing author.

Australian Writers MarketplaceLink exits to another website
Offers advice and lists of publishers and writers’ services, courses and grants.
Community HubLink exits to another website
Writers’ groups and events on the Sunshine Coast.
International Standard Book NumberLink exits to another website
Every self-publisher needs an ISBN to identify and help market their book.

National Library of Australia’s Cataloguing-in-PublicationLink exits to another website
Put your book into the selection tools used by library suppliers.

Project Gutenberg Self-Publishing PortalLink exits to another website
A free Authors Community Cloud Library, for authors to share their works with readers, and for readers to provide feedback to authors.

Queensland Writers CentreLink exits to another website
Supports the writing community of Queensland, promoting skills development and professional practice.
The Society of Editors (Queensland) IncLink exits to another website
Find an editor from this association of editors and other professionals in publishing and communications.
Writing tipsLink exits to another website
Sections include: good writing habits, the elements, characters, story, language and getting published.

Last Updated 17-Apr-13

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