Faber Publishing Open Day 2026

Aged 18-25, live in the North, and interested in working in publishing? See behind the scenes at one of the UK’s great independent publishers on a day trip to the Faber London office.

You’ll find out how a book goes from manuscript to bookshop and learn about pathways into publishing jobs. We’ll be joined by author James Muldoon to learn about his new book, Love Machines: How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Our Relationships, a captivating and uncanny journey to the frontier of human-computer interaction, exploring what happens to our relationships with each other as artificial intelligence enters our personal lives.

You’ll have the opportunity to meet James and the team behind publishing Love Machines, and ask your questions about the book and experience of working towards publication at Faber.

Return travel costs will be provided for all successful applicants and lunch provided on the day.

*Please note: Love Machines is a non-fiction book that deals with issues some people may find challenging, including references to suicide and BDSM practices. Participants will not be required to read the whole book and, where they appear, these issues are handled in a balanced and sensitive manner by the author. If you have questions about the content of the book, please feel free contact us.

Important Dates:

• Thursday 26 February, 5pm – Deadline for applications
• Friday 6 March, 5pm – Successful candidates notified
• Wednesday 11th March, 5pm – Virtual briefing with New Writing North
• Friday 20 March – Visit to Faber & Faber offices in London

To get involved you must:

• Be between 18-25 at the time of application
• Be originally from, or currently living in, the North of England
• Be available to travel to London on 20 March (travel expenses will be covered by Faber & Faber)

If you have any questions please contact [email protected].

Apply here by Thursday 26 February