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
Freelance letterer & illustrator
Jessica Cruickshank is a freelance illustrator and lettering artist who has been creating commercial art for clients since 2015. She is best known for her vibrant, carefully hand-crafted book covers, which she creates for publishers such as Penguin Random House, Simon and Schuster, Macmillan and HarperCollins. Previously, she trained as a graphic designer and worked at a big advertising agency in Sydney. She is currently based in Brisbane.
Freelance book cover + internals designer
Brad is a multidisciplinary designer with 20 years of creative industry experience. While at Simon & Schuster (2021-2024) he designed / advised book covers across every genre (from Children’s to Y.A.; from Romance to Memoir; from Literary fiction to Cookbooks). Brad delights in collaborating with book publishers and authors and is well versed in the importance of crafting engaging designs that win consumer hearts and minds.
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