Magabala Books

Magabala Books is Australia’s first Indigenous-owned and operated publishing house, established in 1987 in Broome, Western Australia. Its mission is to safeguard and share Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures through storytelling. Publishing children’s books, poetry, fiction, memoir, and non-fiction, Magabala showcases the voices of both emerging and established First Nations authors and illustrators. With a strong commitment to cultural integrity, it empowers communities and ensures authentic representation. Magabala’s publications celebrate resilience, creativity, and identity, reaching readers across Australia and the world. More than a publisher, it is a cultural guardian, amplifying Indigenous voices with pride and respect.