Australia

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Magpies contains articles of interest to people involved in children’s literature, reviews of new children’s and young adult books published in Australia and overseas, an author or illustrator interview in each issue, and information on awards.

Phone
(02) 47841453
Address
PO BOX 7128, LEURA NSW 2780
Publisher
Magpies Magazine Pty Ltd
Frequency
Five times a year
Tips & General Information
Articles submitted should deal with an aspect of children’s literature. Articles may be submitted by mail or via email. Writers should be familiar with the journal and have an understanding of the type of material published before submitting articles.
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Business tourism magazine, featuring latest news on airlines, airports, hotels, technology, health, security, finance, laws and taxes.

Phone
(08) 9382 8388
Address
PO BOX 1035, WEST PERTH WA 6872
Publisher
Impact Publications
Frequency
Four issues per year
Tips & General Information
Read publication or visit website for the types of articles published.
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Australian Geographic captures the essence and spirit of Australia through its meticulously crafted and beautifully presented stories and photography in print and online. Teams of journalists, photographers and editors seek to inspire, educate and entertain, connecting readers to Australian landscapes, plants and animals, science, industry and people.

Phone
+61 2 9136 7206
Address
54 Park Street, SYDNEY NSW 2000
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Publisher
ACP Magazines
Frequency
Bimonthly
Tips & General Information
All articles in Australian Geographic are selected on commission. They’re unable to consider stories sent in on speculation as their editorial staff is small. They’re always looking for talented writers and photographers. Those who wish to be considered for commissioning should send in the best of their published work.
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At Australian Geographic Outdoor, we enjoy being your source of inspiring Australian and international adventure travel and lifestyle. We give you a look into the best destinations and adventure that nature has on offer, along with the skills, information and gear that you need to get you out there.

Phone
(02) 92639813
Address
54 Park Street, SYDNEY NSW 2000
Publisher
ACP Magazines
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Meanjin is a literary magazine and has published the work of Elizabeth Jolley, David Malouf and Peter Carey, as well as many new writers.

Phone
(03) 9035 8526
Address
187 Grattan Street, CARLTON VIC 3053
Contact Name
Jonathan Green, Editor
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Publisher
Meanjin Company Pty Ltd
Frequency
Quarterly
Tips & General Information
Meanjin is a general literature and humanities journal and does not accept previously published manuscripts. Digital submissions by Australians only.
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General interest, anecdotes, health and lifestyle.

Phone
(02) 90186000
Address
GPO BOX 4353, SYDNEY NSW 2001
Publisher
Readers Digest Australia Pty Ltd
Frequency
Monthly
Tips & General Information
Read the publication thoroughly and read the contributor guidelines that are printed in the magazine. Do not send article-length manuscripts. Contributions over 500 words are not required and will not be read.
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Themed quarterly literary and current affairs journal celebrating good writing and public debate, and focusing on the significance of cultural events and trends, exploring public policy and providing new perspectives for readers. Includes essays, reportage, memoir, short fiction and some poetry.

Phone
(07) 37353071
Publisher
Griffith University and Text Publishing
Frequency
Quarterly
Tips & General Information
Read publication for the types of articles, essays and stories published. Visit the website to get a feel for the debate and discussion that develops around each issue. Develop a specific idea and be prepared to describe how you will approach it in terms of style and content before approaching. Think about specific stories rather than general overview articles. Prefer insightful detail and sharply observed experience than a survey of the field.

Novelist Kathryn Heyman founded the Australian Writers Mentoring Program in 2010 to offer high-level mentoring to new and emerging writers of fiction and non-fiction. The Program offers guidance to a select group of aspiring writers from Australia and around the world. The program runs over six months, providing five one-on-one meetings with an established, award-winning writer.

Member of Society of Editors Qld. Editing and proofreading of all types of fiction and non-fiction; correction of grammatical and typographical errors; restructuring of content to ensure clarity and conciseness; literature research; ghost writing and rewriting. Qualifications: Advanced Certificate of Editing and Proofreading, Diploma of Teaching (Primary), Graduate Diploma of Special Education, Bachelor of Education.

Phone
(07) 32087379
Mobile
0403 771 183
Address
8 Marlane Court, SPRINGWOOD QLD 4127
Contact Name
Karen Mackay, Editor
Fees
Varies with type and complexity of project. Beginning at $40/hr for proofreading. Written record of time spent.

Beta Readers Australia is an affordable editing, proofreading and beta reader matchup service for authors. We have significant experience working with doctoral candidates on final thesis checks, formatting for submission and for journal publication and reference checking. We can also offer audio typing, copy typing and indexing.

Mobile
0412 981 045
Contact Name
Matt Dale, Managing Editor
Fees
Competitive, tailored quotes prepared based on sample chapters. Email [email protected] to discuss your project needs.

Degree-qualified senior editor, publisher and former literary agent offers editing, assessment and publishing services for all general fiction, non-fiction and technical works. Assessments assist aspiring writers or those working in an unfamiliar genre to develop skills and improve the publishability of their work. Editing services include structural, substantive and copy editing. Writing and editing services are also offered for submissions, cover blurbs and synopses.

Phone
(03) 93541005
Contact Name
Christine Nagel, Proprietor
Fees
Editing and publishing rates depend on scope of work and all jobs are individually estimated. See website and/or contact for details.

Edit or die is a freelance editing and writing consultancy servicing business, individuals, writers, government and publishers. Manuscript assessments and reports, copy editing and proofreading, indexing, marketing and submission advice, preparation for printing, design and layout, advertising and copy writing. Specialising in fantasy and science fiction, genre novels and self-published books. The business arm of edit or die specialises in technical, scientific, medical, legal, community and government publications.

Phone
(03) 97252216
Contact Name
Sarah Endacott, Accredited Editor
Fees
Email for quotes on services.

Professional freelance editor since 2012. Member of IPed (Institute of Professional Editors). Speculative fiction a specialty.

Mobile
0450 383 665
Contact Name
Edwina Harvey, Editor

Laurel Cohn is an editor passionate about communication and the power of narrative to engage, inspire and challenge. She has been working in the industry since the 1980s. Services include editing, manuscript assessment, manuscript development, publishing consultancy, mentoring, design and layout, project management and prepress. Laurel and her small team of professional editors, writers and designers have helped many authors successfully realise their print and online publishing goals.

Phone
(02) 66803411
Address
179 Moffatts Road, BILLINUDGEL NSW 2483
Contact Name
Laurel Cohn, Principal Editor
Fees
Assessment rates vary according to word length. Contact for a quote.

Over the course of 10 years working in the publishing industry, Barbara Ivusic has amassed an invaluable skillset in publishing, editing, writing and cultivating talent. Barbara started her career by working in well known Australian Literary Agency, Rick Raftos Management. She then established New Author Literary Services to provide clients with manuscript assessments, editorial reports, copy-editing and proofreading. She has helped hundreds of authors polish their manuscripts to get them ready for publication.

Services Offered
Editing,Manuscript Assessment / Appraisals,Proofreading / Beta Reading
Contact Name
Barbara Ivusic, Editor
Fees
Free quotes fore diting, proofreading and author mentoring services.

Senior Editor for IP Pty Ltd, Lauren Daniels has served annually as a literary contest judge since ’05. She holds a BA and MFA in Creative Writing and offers 20+ years international experience in publishing, mentoring, manuscript appraisal and editing for fiction and non-fiction. In Australia and the US, Lauren has delivered writing workshops with universities, corporations and outreach programs. She is the editor for 40+ Australian titles and has a published track record of her own starting in 1987.

Contact Name
Lauren Elise Daniels, Senior Prose Editor, Assessor, Mentor
Fees
See website for fees and testimonials.

T&BP offer editing, publishing and literary agency services to writers, illustrators and publishers. They believe in building life-long relationships with each of their clients.

Mobile
0419 333 449
Contact Name
Leonie Tyle
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Print, digital, audio. Spineless Wonders publish short fiction (from flash to novella) in any genre. Publish single author collections and anthologies, and also prose poetry.

Phone
0425 288 476
Address
PO BOX U226, CHARLES DARWIN UNIVERSITY NT 815
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Part of an international publishing house operated by the Catholic religious institute, the Society of St Paul publishes books and liturgical bulletins. Specialisation: Religious: Biblical, devotional, liturgical, pastoral, spiritual. Catholic church: Ecumenism, Australian church issues. Also publishes official Catholic church documents. Publishes books for adults and children.

Phone
(02) 9394 3400
Address
PO BOX 906, STRATHFIELD NSW 2135
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Provides specialist support to new authors. Specialisation: fiction and all other genres including short stories, excluding pornography.

Phone
(03) 95609920
Mobile
0408 537 792
Address
23 Stirling Crescent, GLEN WAVERLEY VIC 3150
Contact Name
Kerry Collison, Publisher
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Sally Milner Publishing is a craft and health publisher. Exports from Australia are sold in the US, UK, New Zealand, Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Has over 180 titles in print. Specialisation: Lifestyle, craft, health.

Phone
(02) 4835 6212
Address
734 Woodville Road, BINDA NSW 2583
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Screen Education is a partially refereed quarterly magazine written by and for teachers and students in primary and secondary schools in all curriculum areas, as well as some areas of tertiary study. The magazine also publishes articles by educators, scholars and critics.

Phone
(03) 95255302
Address
PO BOX 2040, ST KILDA WEST VIC 3182
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Publisher
Australian Teachers of Media
Frequency
Quarterly
Tips & General Information
See website for further information.
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Golvan Arts Management represents a wide range of writers including writers of both adult and children’s fiction and non-fiction, poetry, screen writers and writers of plays. They also represent visual artists and composers. Member of the Australian Literary Agents’ Association.

Address
PO BOX 766, KEW VIC 3101
Contact Name
Debbie Golvan, Manager
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Tips & General Information
Please see website before making any submission, particularly the General Information section which contains information on how to prepare a non-fiction proposal for an agent or publisher. Fees are a 10% commission, plus GST. Check website to confirm Golvan is accepting submissions.
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Represents script writers, designers, directors in film, theatre, television and radio. HLA has affiliations in London, New York, Europe. Member of the Australian Literary Agents’ Association.

Phone
(02) 95493000
Address
PO BOX 1536, STRAWBERRY HILLS NSW 2012
Tips & General Information
Not accepting unsolicited material or solicitations at this time. Requests for representation operate exclusively by referral.
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Margaret Connolly has been a literary agent for 30 years. She began her working life as a lawyer, before being approached to join Curtis Brown in the mid-1980s. She set up her own agency in 1992. Her client list includes many of Australia’s most distinguished novelists, poets, non-fiction authors, film-makers, children’s writers and illustrators.

Phone
(02) 94496342
Address
PO BOX 945, WAHROONGA NSW 2076
Contact Name
Margaret Connolly, Agent
Tips & General Information
Represents most genres of writing.