The books we loved in 2020
As 2020 comes to an end, we thought we'd ask some of the Publishers Association team which book they have enjoyed reading most this year.
As 2020 comes to an end, we thought we'd ask some of the Publishers Association team which book they have enjoyed reading most this year.
Where to look for publishing jobs Publishers’ websites and social media Browse our member directory to find publishers you want to work for and regularly check vacancies on the career section of their website. We’ve also made a list of Twitter accounts you can follow for publishing career advice and job opportunities. Magazines and newspapers…
Studying, training and upskilling There are a variety of ways to gain knowledge of, and experience in, the publishing industry. Discover some great ways to train and upskill below Publishing degrees You don’t need to have a degree in publishing to work in the industry, but they are a good way to gain an understanding…
Write the perfect CV and cover letter When applying for a job or internship, your CV and cover letter should be well written and specific to the job you are applying for. Highlight transferable skills from previous experiences, even if they were unpaid or not directly associated with publishing. For example, an administrator needs to…
New figures for the UK’s publishing industry reveal that in the first six months of 2020, fiction sales income rose 13% to £285m, driven largely by digital formats – but also helped by hardback increases.
Seeking mentorship and building your network Mentoring and networking are great opportunities to know people who are already working in the publishing industry. Most mentorships are designed to support the individual through to their end goal, whether that’s getting into the publishing industry or taking the next step from assistant to executive. Discover some great…