We’re excited to launch the new ABDA website!
About ABDA
ABDA exists to support Australian book designers – to promote their work to, and connect with, the broader publishing community. In addition, we aim to discover and foster emerging talent. Through our public talks and workshops, digital showcases and the national annual Book Design Awards, ABDA provides a dynamic network for industry professionals.
Member Spotlight
Designer/Artist
Anne-Marie is a book designer based in Melbourne. She has worked in-house for a variety of trade and academic publishers. She now works freelance, designing books for publishers in Australia and overseas.
Designer / Lecturer
Zoë is an award-winning designer and writer, and the current President of ABDA. Zoë lectures in the School of Design at the University of Technology Sydney where she runs a research studio investigating the evolution of books in the digital age. In 2015 she established Bookwork Press, a small publisher of illustrated essays and artist books.
Why Join ABDA?
Become an ABDA member today to showcase your work through our website, have your say in the book design community, receive member only resources and discounts to the annual Australian Book Design Awards, public talks, industry advocacy, training and workshops throughout the year.
- —Discounted entries and tickets to the Australian Book Design Awards
- —Further discounted tickets to public talks, training and workshops
- —Showcase your work on the ABDA website and manage your portfolio
- —Access to members only resources