Want to get into publishing?

First of all, find out a bit more about it. Check out the information available in the careers section of your local library or careers office, dip into one of the books recommended below and talk to people in the industry – us!

Come to one of our meetings and take the opportunity to meet like-minded people and network in an informal atmosphere.

This is only a brief guide, but should lead you to all the sources of information, jobs, courses and training that you will need to start your career in publishing. It is a hugely rewarding industry to work in, but here’s one word of warning: when you’re starting out, be prepared to work long hours for low pay.

• How do I get a job in publishing? – a guide by Suzanne Collier of bookcareers.com.
• How to Get a Job in Publishing – read Lucy Mitchell’s interview with Alison Baverstock prior to our 2008 LBF seminar.

For an overview of the current careers market and an analysis of the training and education provision out there, you might find the following Skillset articles useful.

Recommended reading:

• Baverstock A., Bowen S., & Carey S., How to Get a Job in Publishing (A & C Black)
• Clark G. N., Inside Book Publishing (Routledge)
• Lines J., Careers in Publishing and Bookselling (Kogan Page, O/P)
• The Writer’s Handbook (Macmillan)
• The Writers’ and Artists’ Yearbook (A&C Black)

For more information please visit SYP Careers guide and for the latest UK publishing jobs, visit UK jobs.