Knowledge
Nearly every debut author I have ever spoken to has been both surprised and overwhelmed by the book writing and publishing process and everything that it demanded of them (especially post publication).
They wish they’d had more information before they began.
When I first started Debut Books, people kept asking if it was so I could publish my own work. The thing is, I’ve never wanted to be published myself - reading is my jam.
However, it has become abundantly clear that despite the information on the internet, and the other publishing books that exist, emerging writers still need publishing knowledge that is accessible, transparent, direct, and clear.
The internet can be a very shouty place and yet a book can be written in, highlighted, tabbed and more. It can be your constant writing companion, and a grounding guide through the publishing process.
I believe that the first step towards creating a publishing industry that is as diverse as humankind, is to make knowledge accessible for anyone who wants it.
Empowering emerging writers - of any background and age - with the tools and knowledge to share their stories is what this book is for. I hope that it will allow you to walk into your book writing publishing journey with your eyes wide open, and with a set of expectations on par with what really happens, not what people think happens.
This book is the culmination of thousands of questions, conversations, endless curiosity, and experiences in publishing. It is not a comprehensive guide but something that I hope will give emerging writers accessibility to the industry, one that is notoriously difficult to crack.
The Little Black Book of Publishing by Katherine Larsen
A$24.99
The Little Black Book of Publishing is your go‑to guide for everything you need to write, pitch, and publish a book in Australia.
It’s the culmination of more than a decade of knowledge and experience, designed to help you write your debut book and embark on the publishing journey with confidence.
Inside, you’ll find practical steps, insider knowledge, and industry truths that are usually kept behind closed doors — what’s really happening behind publishing’s walls, not what people assume happens.
This book offers a clear understanding of the rules, pathways, expectations, timelines, and industry norms — finally answering the question: “What does it actually take to publish a book in Australia?”
It’s your first step toward becoming the writer who can carry a book from idea to publication.
Introducing The Little Black Book of Publishing, your go-to guide for everything you need to know to publish a book in Australia!!
From the very first whispers of ‘I want to write a book’, through to writing and finishing your first draft, to self-editing and preparing your manuscript to pitch, through the publishing process, and life beyond as a published author.
This book is everything you need to know to make your publishing dreams your reality!
All preorders will be shipped before the publication date in August 2024.