The Publishers Association (PA) is the leading trade organisation serving book, journal and electronic publishers in the UK.
Our core service is representation and lobbying, around copyright, rights and other matters relevant to our members, who represent roughly 80% of the industry by turnover. Our membership is open to publishing companies that operate in the UK. Read about membership benefits
The Society of Young Publishers is hosting an event at the The Goethe Institute in London on Friday 17 September 2008 to provide invaluable advice about how to make the most of the Frankurt Book Fair.
Supported by the Publishers Association and the Independent Publishers Guild, this event is a must for anyone attending this year’s fair and a fascinating insight for those interested in what is involved.
The British Council and London Book Fair are launching their third UK Young Publishing Entrepreneur (UKYPE) award in Edinburgh on Thursday 4 September 2008.
Entries for the British Book Design and Production Awards 2008 exceeded all previous records and the shortlist has been published.
Sponsored by The Publishers Association, the BPIF and Oxford Brookes University, these awards promote and acknowledge the excellence of the British book design and production industry. The winners will be announced at the Gala Awards evening on Wednesday 12 November 2008 and tickets are now on sale.
PA members benefit from strong representation on key publishing issues. We also provide a forum for the exchange of non-competitive information between publishers, as well as a wide range of free and discounted services.
Click here to find out more about benefits and how to join the PA