About Us

Based in Perth, Western Australia, our team provides traditional and hybrid publishing, as well as self-publishing services for both novice and seasoned authors alike.

We take great care in the finer details, ensuring your work shines, and we're always open to transparent and friendly communication. What makes us stand out is our personal approach and our commitment to creativity and our genuine love of storytelling.

With us, you're not just engaging a service; you're inviting a supportive partner to help you bring your creative vision to life.

Interested in publishing your manuscript? Submit yours below.

Our Team

Robyn Hooper

CEO, Founder, Editor & Publisher

As an editor and publisher, I am passionate about collaborating with emerging authors and fiction writers to refine their literary works. I find immense joy in world-building, developing compelling characters, and supporting creative individuals as they embark on their writing journey.

I handle the majority of the publishing and editorial tasks myself, ensuring each project receives the attention it deserves. For specialised tasks outside my expertise, I collaborate with trusted professionals to maintain high standards of quality.

My educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Notre Dame, Australia, where I majored in English Literature. During my studies, I focused on perfecting my language proficiency and honing my storytelling abilities. To further expand my expertise, I completed a comprehensive editing and publishing internship with Hague Publishing, gaining invaluable hands-on experience.

I am also an Associate Member of IPEd.

Want to see my published works? Click here!

Tierre-Lee Curtis

Editor

I recently completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Publishing and Editing at Curtin University. As part of my studies, I undertook a placement with the Queensland Writers Centre, where I gained valuable experience beta reading multiple genres, assessing competition submissions, and compiling newsletters.

My passion lies in helping writers refine their work while preserving their unique voice.

Our Mission

Forge Publishing is on a mission to cultivate creativity, empower authors, champion diversity, embrace innovation, and cultivate reader engagement. Through our publishing model, we offer authors a way to explore and share their imaginative tales, creating a vibrant literary environment.

Dedicated to excellence, we meticulously vet submissions, ensuring that every work aligns with our high standards and declining those that do not, thus maintaining the integrity and quality of our curated collection.

We are committed to transparency regarding all business practices. This extends to providing clear information about our prices and contracts, ensuring authors have a comprehensive understanding of their partnership with Forge Publishing. This transparency is fundamental to building trust and fostering a collaborative environment for the success of authors.

Our Vision

At Forge Publishing, we envision a literary landscape where authors’ voices thrive, pushing the boundaries in the fantasy, sci-fi, speculative fiction and romance genres. As Australia's newest hybrid and author-assisted publisher, we aspire to empower writers to share their unique narratives while upholding the highest standards of quality.

Our Publishing Process

Self-Publishing Services

Step 1: Manuscript Submission

  • Submit your manuscript via email, which should include your goals, genre, target audience, and timeline.

  • We review your manuscript and offer a customised plan with recommended services.

Step 2: Editorial Services

  • Developmental Editing: We review the structure, plot, characters, and pacing. You'll receive in-document suggestions to improve your work.

  • Copyediting: After revisions, we check grammar, syntax, style, and consistency.

  • Proofreading: The final check for typos, punctuation, and formatting errors before publication.

Step 3: Book Design & Formatting

  • Cover Design: We work to create a cover that reflects your book's theme and attracts readers.

  • Interior Layout: We design the book's interior.

  • Formatting: Your book is formatted for both print and eBook, compatible with major platforms (e.g., Amazon KDP, IngramSpark).

Step 4: ISBN & Copyright Registration

  • We help you acquire an ISBN (International Standard Book Number).

Step 5: Distribution Setup

  • You set up accounts with Amazon KDP.

  • Assistance with pricing and keyword optimisation to improve discoverability.

Step 6: Marketing Support

  • Choose from our marketing services:

    • Author Website Setup

    • Social Media Pages

Step 7: Publication & Author Control

  • Final approval rests with you.

  • You upload and publish your book, retaining 100% of rights and royalties. We’re available for post-publication support if needed.

Traditional Publishing

Step 1: Manuscript Submission & Evaluation

  • Submit your manuscript for consideration.

  • Our acquisitions team reviews submissions carefully. If accepted, you'll receive a formal offer and publishing contract.

Step 2: Contract Agreement

  • Upon acceptance, we discuss contract terms covering royalties, rights, timelines, and marketing expectations.

Step 3: Editorial Process

  • Developmental Editing: Our editors collaborate with you to refine structure, pacing, character development, and themes. Multiple rounds may be involved.

  • Copyediting: Detailed edits focusing on grammar, style, tone, and factual consistency.

  • Proofreading: Final quality check to eliminate any remaining errors.

Step 4: Design & Typesetting

  • Cover Design: Our professional designers create a compelling cover tailored to your genre.

  • Interior Design: We ensure a polished and readable interior layout, customized for print and digital formats.

Step 5: Marketing & Promotion

  • A tailored marketing plan includes:

    • Media Kit

    • Advanced Reader Copies (ARCs) for reviewers and influencers

    • Social Media Promotion and author branding

Step 6: Printing & Distribution

  • We handle printing logistics and distribution.

    • Your book is available through channels like Amazon, IngramSpark, and Barnes & Noble.

Step 7: Book Launch & Sales

  • Coordinated launch with marketing campaigns.

  • Continued support for sales tracking, author appearances, and promotional activities.

Hybrid Publishing

Step 1: Manuscript Submission & Evaluation

  • Submit your manuscript for review.

  • We discuss your goals, budget, and publishing expectations, providing a hybrid publishing agreement with shared investment details.

Step 2: Editorial Services

  • Developmental Editing: Address structure, pacing, and story development.

  • Copyediting: Polish grammar, style, and clarity.

  • Proofreading: Final check before publication.

Step 3: Cover Design & Book Layout

  • Collaborative Design Process: We work to create a market-ready cover and interior layout.

  • Multiple Revisions: Up to 2 cover design revisions and interior design revisions.

Step 4: Production & Formatting

  • Formatting for Multiple Platforms: Print (paperback) and eBook formats (EPUB, MOBI, PDF).

  • Quality Control Checks: Ensuring files meet distributor standards.

Step 5: Marketing Strategy

  • Shared marketing plan that includes:

    • Social Media Templates

    • Book Launch Support

Step 6: Distribution

  • Distribution to online retailers, bookstores, and libraries through IngramSpark and/or Amazon.

Step 7: Publication & Rights Management

  • You maintain partial rights and royalties while benefiting from professional publishing support.

  • Post-publication support for sales, promotion, and potential reprints.