Essential Self-Publishing Resources & Blog Directory for Australian Authors
The self-publishing world is constantly evolving, so we created this essential self-publishing resources guide for authors. At Author Services Australia, we maintain and publish useful blogs and articles for our readers alongside our full range of professional self-publishing services. If you have struggled with any aspect of self-publishing or think other authors would benefit from a particular topic, please don’t hesitate to reach out and contact us directly.
We’re more than happy to assist Australian authors as they navigate the self-publishing world.
At Author Services Australia, we support Australian and New Zealand self-published authors and writers with a full range of affordable, professional self-publishing services. Whether you need ghostwriting, editing, ebook and paperback formatting, custom cover design, or children’s book illustrations, our team is dedicated to bringing your book to life seamlessly.
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Australian State-By-State Publishing and Self-Publishing Guides for Authors and Writers
Authors and Writers Guide to Tasmania Publishing and Self-Publishing
Writing Articles and Writing Information and Tips
Creating the Perfect Book Outline
Why Website Content Is King In 2021
Professional Website Content Is Digital Marketing Gold
Is Your Website Doing You Justice?
7 Ways Blogs Help Your Business Grow!
How Do You Get Your Writing Ideas?
Tips for Writing Blogs and Articles for Your Business!
How To Boost Your Writing Productivity
11 Popular Book Genres Explained!
How To Write A Memoir – The Complete Guide to Memoir Writing for Beginners
How To Write A Book Description That Kills!
Editing Articles, Information, and Tips
Why Manuscript Evaluations are So Important!
10 Formatting Tips Your Editor Wants You to Know!
What Is A Manuscript Evaluation?
The Difference Between Editing and Proofreading!
The Top 6 Benefits of Professional Editing!
What Is Book Editing? The Book Editing Process!
What Are Beta Readers? The Complete Guide to Alpha and Beta Readers for Authors!
What Book Editing Services Do I Need?
Three Tips for Self-Editing Your Book
Implementing Beta Reader Feedback – The Complete Guide
What Is Proofreading? The Australian Authors’ Guide to Proofreading
Using Beta Readers to Tell Better Stories
Book Formatting Articles, Information and Tips
Book Design and Formatting | The Complete Guide to Book Formatting
Why Professional Fiction Formatting Makes Sense!
What’s The Best Way To Get A Formatting Quote?
Everything You Wanted To Learn About Book Design
Do You Need Help with Fiction Ebook Formatting?
8 Formatting Tips for Your Fiction or Non-Fiction Book
Self-Publishing Articles, Information, Guides, and Tips
How to Get Free Editorial Reviews for Your Book!
Avoid These Common Self-Publishing Mistakes
Do I Need An ISBN In Australia?
The Best Self-Publishing Platforms to Self-Publish Your Books!
The Complete Guide to Self-Publishing In Australia
How Much Does Self-Publishing Cost?
Suggestions For Self-Published Australian Authors
What Is Print On Demand for Authors?
Always Use A Clean Book Link When Sharing Your Book!
How Do Authors Get Paid In Australia?
Republishing Versus Updating Your Book – What’s the Best Option?
What Is the Self-Publishing Process?
6 Steps to Consider Before You Self-Publish
The Pros and Cons of Self-Publishing In Australia
The National Library of Australia and Australian Self-Published Author Requirements
Beginner’s Guide to Self-Publishing Services
8 Tips for Self-Publishing Your First Book
Australian Authors Guide to Self-Publishing on Apple Books
How to Copyright A Book for Australian Authors
Why Self-Published Authors Should Create A Publishing Imprint
Australian Self-Publishing Myths and Misconceptions
Vanity Publishing: What Are You Really Paying For and What Is It Ultimately Costing You?
Making Money from Your Self-Published Book
Self-Publishing Trends and Predictions In Australia In 2026
Self-Publishing In Australia In 2026 and the Impact of AI
Amazon KDP Articles, Information, and Tips
Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing for Australian Authors: The Complete Guide to Amazon KDP!
How to Add Your Book to Multiple Browse Paths on Amazon
Amazon KDP Announces Printing Costs Increase
Creating An Amazon KDP Account For Authors
Amazon Book Categories Have Changed for Authors!
Amazon KDP Announces Significant Changes to Author Royalties
Amazon KDP Allows Authors to Schedule Book Releases
IngramSpark Publishing Articles, Information and Tips
The Complete Guide to IngramSpark Publishing for Australian Authors
IngramSpark Publishing Direct Sales Link for Australian Authors
Ghostwriting Articles, Information, and Tips
What Is Ghostwriting? The Complete Guide to Ghostwriters!
Tips for Working with A Ghostwriter
The Difference Between Ghostwriting and Copywriting
Common Questions New Authors Ask
Does Every Writer Need An Agent?
Is Facebook the Same as an Author Website?
Should You Use A Pseudonym or Pen Name?
Children’s Books, Articles, Information, and Tips
Self-Publishing A Children’s Book 101
Children’s Book Week 2022 – Did You Celebrate It?
7 Children’s Book Illustration Tips for Australian Authors
Picking A Children’s Book Title
Finding A Children’s Book Illustrator In Australia
Complete Guide to Children’s Book Design
Everything You Need to Know Before You Start Writing A Children’s Book!
Creating Fantastic Children’s Book Ideas
Don’t Make These Common Children’s Book Mistakes
How to Write A Children’s Book that Parents Will Love
Author Marketing and Social Media Articles, Information, and Tips
Weekday Hashtags That Are Perfect for Your Author Instagram
Complete Guide to Amazon Author Central For Authors
5 Ways To Promote Your Book On Goodreads!
Setting Up Your Goodreads Author Account
Amazon Author Central Now Displays the Number of Followers!
9 Post Ideas for Authors’ Social Media
Why Every Author Needs An Author Marketing Plan!
What’s Threads, and Should Authors Be Using It?
When’s the Perfect Time for A Book Cover Reveal?
The Complete Guide to Social Media for Australian Authors and Writers
Get More Book Reviews As A Self-Published Author
Miscellaneous Author Articles
Australian 2021 Publishing Trends
Introducing Author Services Australia
Mental Health Tips for Australian Authors and Writers
Australian Bookshops and Bookstores Supporting Australian Authors
Introducing Cracked and Spineless New and Used Bookstore!
Introducing the Hobart Bookshop
Introducing the First Chapter Book Shop
Cover Design Articles, Information, and Tips
5 Ways to Make Your Book Cover Design Stand Out
4 Tips for Working with a Book Cover Designer!
How to Design the Perfect Romance Book Cover!
7 Book Cover Design Tips for New Authors!
When’s the Perfect Time for A Book Cover Reveal?
The Complete Guide to Book Cover Design for Authors!
Creating the Perfect Book Cover Design Brief
How Much Does Book Cover Design Cost in Australia? (2026 Author Pricing Guide)
The Complete Guide to Book Cover Dimensions & Technical Specs
Australian Author Scam Alerts – Author Beware!
Author Alert: Riverhead Books Scam
How To Spot and Avoid Publishing Scams In Australia
Australian Local Author Events, Fairs, and Festivals
Tasmanian Indie Author Catch-Up and Tassie Indie Author Book Fair
RARE23 Melbourne, Romance Author & Reader Events
Margaret River Readers & Writers Festival
Australian Author Publishing Resources, Associations, and Organisations
The Australian Publishers Association
Introducing Sisters In Crime Australia
Introducing the Australian Society of Authors
ASA Australian Author Interviews and Author Features
Author Interview with Australian Author Paul Dekmetzian
Author Interview with Australian Author Tara Wright
Author Interview with Australian Author Arabella Rosier
Author Interview with Australian Author Eliza Renton
Author Interview with Australian Author Simone Yemm
Author Interview with Australian Author Iris Blobel
Author Interview with Australian Author Kim Northwood
Author Interview with Australian Author Tayla Holborow
Author Interview with Australian Author Danny Gunn
Author Interview with Australian Author Heather Ewings
Author Interview with Australian Author Anthony Kearle
Author Interview with Australian Author Kelly Louise Jarris
Author Interview with Australian Author Charlotte Kemp
Author Interview with Australian Author Rosie La Rosa
Author Interview with Australian Author Rich Larsen
Author Interview with Australian Author Narelle King
Author Interview with Australian Author Jennifer Muscat
Author Interview with Australian Author Justin Veart
Author Interview with Australian Author Gabrielle Bassett
Author Interview with Australian Author E M Greville
Author Interview with Australian Author Kate R. Malley
Author Interview with Australian Author A. J. Eccles
Author Interview with Australian Author Sharon Giltrow
Author Interview with Australian Author Luci Fer
Author Interview with Australian Author Luella Stanley
Author Interview with Australian Author RJ Amos
Author Interview with Australian Author Simon J Carey
Author Interview with Australian Author Karen Hendriks
Author Interview with Australian Author Chelsea Luker
Author Interview with Australian Author Sandra Bennett
Author Interview with Australian Author Mesalie Feleke
Author Interview with Australian Author Stephanie Ward
Author Interview with Australian Author Marg Gibbs
Author Interview with Australian Author Pauline Yates
Author Interview with Australian Author Penny Macoun
Author Interview with Australian Author Maria P Frino
Author Interview with Australian Author Shelly Higgs
Author Interview with Australian Author Carrie Risely
Author Interview with Australian Author Frances Mackay
Author Interview with Australian Author Maura Pierlot
Author Interview with Australian Author Suzanne Patterson
Author Interview with Australian Author Kristin Haynes
Author Interview with Australian Author Carole Anton
ASA International Author Interviews and Features
Author Interview with International Author Miki Taylor
Author Interview with International Author Jennifer J. Coldwater
Author Interview with International Author Tim Edwards
Author Interview with International Author Merle R. Saferstein
Author Interview with International Author J.D. Williams
Author Interview with International Author Ivan Scott
Author Interview with International Author Gabriel Hamilton
Author Interview with International Author Rosalind B Sterling
Author Interview with International Author M.J. Glenn
Author Interview with International Author Louise Murchie
Author Interview with International Author A K Hauser
Author Interview with International Author Catherine Anne Castillo
Author Interview with International Author DAJ 2020
Author Services Australia Core Values and Commitments
The Importance of Work-Life Balance for Authors and Team Members
Essential Self-Publishing Resources for Australian Authors
If you’re an Australian, New Zealand, or international author starting your publishing journey, this essential self-publishing resources directory will connect you to our full library of self-publishing guides, articles, and resources. Alongside our affordable self-publishing services, the team at Author Services Australia has created comprehensive guides for major platforms, including Amazon KDP, IngramSpark Publishing, Draft2Digital, Apple Books, and Kobo.
We’ve organized our top articles into distinct categories below so you can quickly find the exact information you need. We update this hub regularly with new guides and industry updates, so you always have the latest self-publishing insights at your fingertips.
The self-publishing world is constantly evolving, and we know how overwhelming it can feel. If you ever need advice, have questions about our services, or want to suggest a specific blog topic, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly.
Author Services Australia is a proud member of the Australian Publishers Association and a partner member of the Alliance of Independent Authors.
Clayton Hobbs, owner of Author Services Australia, has over a decade of experience in the self-publishing industry. Through Author Services Australia, he has been assisting Australian authors with self-publishing services such as editing, cover design, formatting, and ghostwriting. Starting out as a freelance writer specializing in website content, articles, and guides, before switching to children’s picture and chapter books, Clayton is the author of the best-selling books Hockey Wars, Softball Strikeout, and The Day My Fart Followed Me To Hockey, writing under the pen name Ben Jackson, along with many other children’s books.