About

Pavlova Press is an independent New Zealand publishing house based in Kerikeri, founded by writers and creative collaborators Kathy Derrick and Jac Jenkins. We believe meaningful books come from diverse experiences and perspectives. We actively seek to support writers and readers by creating beautiful, engaging publications that spark connection and conversation across communities.

Kathy Derrick and Jac Jenkins grew up on a dairy farm near Maungatapere, New Zealand. They both now live in the Far North. Kathy trained and worked as an engineer, and Jac abandoned an early career in animal science to become a librarian, before they both turned to writing. They graduated with Masters degrees in creative writing within 12 months of each other and their work has appeared in various periodicals, anthologies, blogs and websites. Scoria: Short prose from the cinder cone is their and Pavlova Press’s first collection.

Kathy has studied publishing and has taught ebook, traditional and indie publishing to students in workshops and online. She has been the event coordinator for the NorthWrite workshop and conference programme since its inception in 2012 and is well used to managing projects and solving problems. Jac has instigated, administered and participated in several writing critique groups, has been a poetry mentor, and is particularly curious about new writing styles. She brings a fresh eye to the table. Both have strong organisational skills and are looking forward to managing Pavlova Press publications.

Refund Policy

When purchasing our books, please choose carefully as we will not refund you if you change your mind. If the product you receive is faulty or damaged in transit, we will meet our obligation to provide a remedy under The Consumer Guarantees Act.