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How to Job Search in Book Publishing: The Ultimate Insider's Guide
How to Job Search in Book Publishing is the ultimate insider's guide for anyone who is applying for jobs in UK Book Publishing.
It includes comprehensive information
· Where to begin if you’ve no knowledge or experience
· How to stand out in a competitive marketplace
· CVs, Covering Letters and interview questions using real-life examples
· Inside knowledge of how publishers sift applications
· Practical tests, action points and case studies
· Going Freelance, accepting a job and getting the career you deserve.
For the first time, Suzanne Collier, the book publishing industry’s best kept secret, who has helped hundreds of people into their dream jobs, shares the specialist knowledge she uses with her clients. Supplemented with real-life examples, case studies, industry anecdotes and practical advice you can implement today, How to Job Search in Book Publishing is an essential tool to start, build and accelerate your book publishing career.
About the author
Suzanne Collier has been described as THE person to see if you want to get to the top in book publishing. Founder of bookcareers.com, Suzanne is fully qualified in Career Guidance and Development, a member of the Career Development Institute, and recognised across the industry as the 'go-to person' when careers run awry. Suzanne has been shortlisted 5 times by the Independent Publishers Guild for Services to Publishing and 3 times by the Career Development Institute for Career Coach of the Year (Private Sector) and has won an industry award for a significant and sustained contribution to the industry.
Toby Faber, Faber & Faber
At a book I can recommend to anyone asking for advice on careers in the book industry.
David Shelley, CEO Hachette Book Group
Suzanne Collier’s passion for book publishing and straightforward and honest approach make her an ideal guide to this field.
The Society of Young Publishers
How to Job Search in Book Publishing demystifies publishing and the best ways to secure your dream job in the industry. It is full of tips, resources and wisdom. Who better to help get your foot in the door than Suzanne Collier?
Richard Charkin OBE
This is thorough, properly researched, comprehensive, and an essential for every aspiring (or even aspired) publisher.
Anne Dolamore, Grub Street Publishing
I don't know of a more comprehensive guide through the world of book publishing. Suzanne Collier has covered it from every angle. This is a must-have for anyone contemplating a job in the industry. The cost of the book will be covered by your first pay cheque.
Marion Sinclair, Chief Executive, Publishing Scotland
This book is just what’s needed - a down-to-earth, practical and warmly encouraging guide to making your way into book publishing. You can feel Suzanne cheering you on as you go through the chapters. Highly recommended for all job seekers in our creative industry.
Angus Phillips, Author, Inside Book Publishing
An invaluable guide to getting a job in this competitive industry. Take advantage of a wealth of helpful tips and advice from an expert on careers in publishing.
Alison Jones, Director, Practical Inspiration Publishing
This book is a gift not just for jobseekers themselves but for anyone recruiting, who will from this point on receive more thoughtful, relevant applications.
It includes comprehensive information
· Where to begin if you’ve no knowledge or experience
· How to stand out in a competitive marketplace
· CVs, Covering Letters and interview questions using real-life examples
· Inside knowledge of how publishers sift applications
· Practical tests, action points and case studies
· Going Freelance, accepting a job and getting the career you deserve.
For the first time, Suzanne Collier, the book publishing industry’s best kept secret, who has helped hundreds of people into their dream jobs, shares the specialist knowledge she uses with her clients. Supplemented with real-life examples, case studies, industry anecdotes and practical advice you can implement today, How to Job Search in Book Publishing is an essential tool to start, build and accelerate your book publishing career.
About the author
Suzanne Collier has been described as THE person to see if you want to get to the top in book publishing. Founder of bookcareers.com, Suzanne is fully qualified in Career Guidance and Development, a member of the Career Development Institute, and recognised across the industry as the 'go-to person' when careers run awry. Suzanne has been shortlisted 5 times by the Independent Publishers Guild for Services to Publishing and 3 times by the Career Development Institute for Career Coach of the Year (Private Sector) and has won an industry award for a significant and sustained contribution to the industry.
Toby Faber, Faber & Faber
At a book I can recommend to anyone asking for advice on careers in the book industry.
David Shelley, CEO Hachette Book Group
Suzanne Collier’s passion for book publishing and straightforward and honest approach make her an ideal guide to this field.
The Society of Young Publishers
How to Job Search in Book Publishing demystifies publishing and the best ways to secure your dream job in the industry. It is full of tips, resources and wisdom. Who better to help get your foot in the door than Suzanne Collier?
Richard Charkin OBE
This is thorough, properly researched, comprehensive, and an essential for every aspiring (or even aspired) publisher.
Anne Dolamore, Grub Street Publishing
I don't know of a more comprehensive guide through the world of book publishing. Suzanne Collier has covered it from every angle. This is a must-have for anyone contemplating a job in the industry. The cost of the book will be covered by your first pay cheque.
Marion Sinclair, Chief Executive, Publishing Scotland
This book is just what’s needed - a down-to-earth, practical and warmly encouraging guide to making your way into book publishing. You can feel Suzanne cheering you on as you go through the chapters. Highly recommended for all job seekers in our creative industry.
Angus Phillips, Author, Inside Book Publishing
An invaluable guide to getting a job in this competitive industry. Take advantage of a wealth of helpful tips and advice from an expert on careers in publishing.
Alison Jones, Director, Practical Inspiration Publishing
This book is a gift not just for jobseekers themselves but for anyone recruiting, who will from this point on receive more thoughtful, relevant applications.
495 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 26, 2025
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June 11, 2026
I found this book when I was researching advice on how to break into the book publishing industry, and have found it extremely insightful. I highly recommend it if you are also looking for a career change, whether that’s with book publishing or not.
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