What it is

A community built on trust.

The Publishing Tea is a curated community, not an open directory — vetted so members can refer and collaborate in confidence.

Why we're here

The Publishing Tea exists to raise the standards in our industry, and to support the people doing the work.

Authors deserve professionals who bring real expertise, real care, and real results. And the professionals serving them deserve thriving businesses and good lives alongside the work. We're building a community where all of that is possible at once.

Who it's for

Does this sound like you?

You run your own business or serve authors professionally
You value collaboration, ethical leadership, and mutual support
You're committed to professional excellence in your work with authors
You want a thriving business and a good life — and peers who understand both matter

Open to professionals focused on hybrid, self-publishing, or traditional models — with five or more years serving authors.

Code of ethics

What members hold to.

Serve authors with integrity and transparency
Deliver or overdeliver on what you promise
Build real relationships — not just transactions
Share ideas, resources, or referrals when it fits
Help elevate the publishing space through trust and creativity

Curious whether it's a fit?

Read the common questions, or apply and we'll set up a conversation. There's no fee to apply.

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