Indian Ocean Books is an independent publishing company with our Head
Office located in Western Australia. In 2004 we opened a second office
on the Gold Coast in Queensland to assist the growing number of eastern
states writers and would-be authors to realise their book publishing dreams.
A third office in the UK is expected to be launched soon, further cementing
Indian Ocean Books' reputation as an inexpensive independent publisher
committed to making your first foray into publishing an enjoyable one
- no matter where in the world you reside.
Indian Ocean Books specialises in independent publishing. This means
that you, the writer, are in charge of what happens at every stage of
the publishing process.
To show you what we mean, here's some examples of some of the projects
we've done this year:
The pre-printing development of an instructional manual for a client
in South Australia
From manuscript development through to printing of an illustrated
children's educational book for a Queensland-based author
Every stage (including book launch) of an inspirational book for a
writer in the WA Goldfields
Ghost writing an autobiography here in Perth, WA
Creative writing workshops geared towards the publication of an anthology
later in the year
See? Just tell us what you want to do and we'll tailor a package to meet
your needs.
When you work with us, you'll never be just a number. Personal service
is one of our strengths, and it means that we'll work on a one-on-one
basis with every writer through every stage.
June Thom-Allan- Manager
June Thom-Allan is the owner and the 'face' of Indian Ocean Books.
From your first enquiry through to the launch, she's your primary
point of contact. Her experience in the industry means that you'll
get honest, practical advice on audience, marketing and promotion
that works.
Emma Pearmain - Chief Editor
Emma's been with Indian Ocean Books for two years now, helping
our writers to make their books the best they can be. She studied
Classical Literature for four years, then focused on Popular Literature
for another three, so whether you've written another Odyssey or
the next Tom Clancy, Emma can help you with manuscript development,
basic editing and even ghost writing - whatever you need, just ask!
Steve Barwick - Typesetter/Graphic Designer
Steve has 30 years' experience in the printing and publishing industry
from commercial and instant printing through to newspaper and book
production both in the UK and Australia.
He has worked freelance as a typesetter and graphic designer since
1993 and has a thorough working knowledge of the latest graphics
software. For the last seven years Steve has assisted June to specialise
in short-run self-published books, managing the production of your
original manuscript through editing, design, proofing, print and
promotion of the finished book.
Samantha Allan - Typesetter/Graphic Designer
Samantha works on the typesetting and cover design of various
publications for Indian Ocean Books. As owner of BizMagic,
a website design & marketing business, she also maintains the
Indian Ocean Books website.
