Inside The Publishing House

Inside the Publishing House is a unique, virtual event that takes you behind the scenes at one of Australia’s biggest publishing houses, Hachette Australia.  
 
In a day-long program, you will learn about the intricacies of the book publishing journey from pitch to publication, hearing from authors, publishers, editors, publicists, marketers, production and salespeople, who will all help demystify the ins and outs of the publishing house for writers and for those interested in a career in publishing. 
 
Inside the Publishing House 2026 Full Day Program
 
10am – Welcome from Hachette and EWF
10.10am – From Writing to Publishing
11am – It takes a village: the many skills that go into publishing a book 
11.45am – LUNCH BREAK
12.15pm – What Publishers Want 
1.30pm – Pitch Perfect 
 
For Pitch Time! ticket holders only:
2.45pm – Pitch Time! sessions with Hachette Publishers 

Got questions? Check out the Inside the Publishing House FAQs for all the answers.