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
Butterflyrocket Design & Wishpom
Susannah has always loved books! With her Bachelor of Design in hand, she went on to work in-house as a Book Designer at Penguin Books, Pearson Education and Scholastic Australia. She now freelances full time from her Briar Hill studio, North East of Melbourne. Her folio includes Trade (Childrens, Teenage Fiction, Adult Fiction and Non-Fiction) and Educational (Primary and Secondary) publications. Susannah offers a comprehensive range of book design services; concept through to finished art.
Book Designer
I have been designing books for over thirty years, (with twelve of those in-house at Penguin Australia). I’ve been freelance since 2006 and work for many large and small publishers world-wide, as well as directly with authors and self-publishers. I design across several genres but mostly focus on literary and commercial fiction and non-fiction.
I have been a regular guest-speaker and panelist at literary festivals, a judge for national illustration and book design awards and a founding committee member of Australian Book Designers’ Association.I love reading and words!
It’s my great privilege to read 100% of my fiction manuscripts. I offer advice on briefing, schedules, materials and process and I pride myself on my communication skills, professionalism and reliability.
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