This year's program explores opportunities for innovation and adaptation, alongside discussions about staff development and support.
We’ll take a look at the big industry themes of the day, with practical takeaways on the applications (and risks!) ofAI in publishing, hiring and supporting staff, and the strategic use of industry data. There will be insights into publishing complex content sensitively, and how publishers can work better with schools. Back by popular demand, we’ll also take a look at the latest research into reading behaviour and how we can overcome barriers to reading.
2024 program
At BookUp you can expect a day full of experts from publishing and beyond, discussing thought-provoking ideas and delivering valuable professional development for publishing staff at all levels.
Session topics include:
- Overcoming barriers to reading
- How to use data strategically
- AI and publishing
- Working with schools
- Supportive workplaces: How to create and sustain them
- Publishing complex content sensitively
- Marketing and innovation case studies from industry award-winners
View the full program here
The conference will conclude with networking drinks, hosted by the Copyright Agency in celebration of their 50th anniversary alongside the APA's Independent Publishers Committee. This will include the announcement of the Australian publishing industry’s Rising Star award – proudly supported by Media Super.
Don't just take our word for it though:
‘BookUp was such a huge success. The program was topical and relevant with great speakers, industry experts, panel discussions and presentations. An excellent learning and development opportunity for Hachette staff.’
Louise Stark – CEO, Hachette Australia
'I am a big fan of BookUp. It is hugely important for the publishing sector's development to have this opportunity to come together and discuss the big issues facing our industry. One of the keys to the success of BookUp is that staff from all parts of publishing – sales, marketing, publicity, editorial etc – attend.’
Keiran Rogers – Sales and Finance Director, Affirm Press
Tickets & pricing:
Tickets include all day access to the conference and networking drinks, including food and refreshments throughout the day, plus access to session recordings following the event.
If you aren’t able to join us in Melbourne, you can still watch the BookUp conference online.
Bundles – buy five get one free!
Even bigger discounts are available with our bundle offer – buy five tickets and get a sixth ticket free!
- Members: $300
- Non-members: $400
- Bundle: buy five, get one free
All prices exclude GST. In-person tickets include conference attendance, lunch and refreshments, plus post-event networking drinks, and access to the session recordings after the event.
Online tickets:
(Until 5 August)
- Members: $150
- Non-members: $180
- Online discount: buy five tickets, get one free
All prices exclude GST. Online tickets include online conference attendance via livestream and discussion, plus access to the session recordings after the event.
Bookings:
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BookUp is made possible thanks to the continued support of the Copyright Agency's Cultural Fund and Books+Publishing.