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The much-anticipated 2026 Australian Book Industry Awards were presented on Thursday 21 May at a star-studded event in Sydney. Featuring some of the biggest names in the Australian book industry, this year’s shortlists and winners were a showcase of established luminaries and emerging talents. The 25 winners were selected by an experienced cohort of highly-respected […]

The Australian Book Industry Awards (ABIA) celebrate the professionals in the book business – the dedicated individuals and teams who bring stories to life, and books to the right readers. Congratulations to the new Hall of Fame recipients, recognising outstanding contributions to the industry. Hall of Fame: Lloyd O’Neil Award – Mem Fox Mem Fox […]

The Australian Book Industry Awards (ABIA) celebrate the professionals in the book business – the dedicated individuals and teams who bring stories to life, and books to the right readers. Congratulations to the companies shortlisted for the Business Awards, all recognising outstanding contributions to the industry. Bookshop of the Year  Books Kinokuniya, Sydney Collins Booksellers […]

Books+Publishing, in partnership with the Australian Publishers Association, is pleased to share the 2026 Australian Book Industry Awards (ABIA) shortlists. The awards are presented for achievements in bringing Australian books to readers. Winners in each category will be announced at the ABIA Ceremony on 21 May 2026, and an overall Book of the Year Award, […]

The much-anticipated 2025 Australian Book Industry Awards were presented on Wednesday 7 May at a star-studded event in Melbourne. Featuring some of the biggest names in the Australian book industry, this year’s shortlists and winners were a showcase of established luminaries and emerging talents. The 25 winners were selected by an experienced cohort of highly-respected […]