Welcome to Ground Water Publishing

Beneath the surface of the every day, stories run deep.

Ground Water Publishing is the independent imprint of writer, photographer, and poet Kate Duff.
Its ethos is rooted in slow creation and the quiet belief that truth—like groundwater—moves beneath us, shaping everything we stand on.

We publish work that seeps beneath the noise:

– poetry that resonates with silence
– essays that slow the pace
– real-life storytelling that captures the human spirit beneath the chaos

Our focus is on what endures when the surface is stripped away.
From documentary pieces on rural resilience to reflections born of grief, hope, and transformation, we are drawn to the undercurrents—the unseen threads that hold meaning together.

This is a space for stillness and strength.
For words that matter.
For publishing that nourishes from below.

We’re glad you’ve arrived.

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If you’re a writer, poet, or photographer tired of the noise—seeking a quieter alternative to social media and algorithmic platforms—feel free to reach out: kate@groundwaterpublishing.com.au

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Hopefully, we can help.