As July comes to an end, the publishing sector continues to respond to rapid technological change, shifting research priorities and renewed conversations around open access, publishing quality, academic resilience and responsible innovation. The Emotional Rollercoaster of Scholarly Publishing An article in The Scholarly Kitchen explores the emotional pressures experienced by authors, reviewers and editors throughout […]

This July, explore a collection of thought-provoking new titles that address philosophy, politics, healthcare, culture and sustainable development. Our featured releases offer fresh perspectives on some of today’s most pressing global questions. Wittgenstein and Popular Culture This edited volume explores how Wittgenstein’s philosophy offers a distinctive approach to the study of popular culture, bridging philosophy […]

This June, discover new titles that explore the intersections of culture, society and global transformation. Spanning decolonisation, sustainability, philosophy, regional studies and public policy, these latest releases offer timely perspectives that advance critical research across disciplines. Archipelagothic: Studies in the Philippine Gothic This edited volume explores how the Gothic has evolved across Philippine literature, film, […]

As we close the curtains on June, the publishing industry continues to navigate the accelerating influence of AI, advances in open access and sustainability and ongoing debates surrounding academic freedom, copyright, research integrity and the future of scholarly communication. Independent Bookshop Numbers Reach Highest Level Since 2012 The number of independent bookshops in the UK […]

As May draws to a close, the publishing industry continues to navigate the growing influence of AI, evolving discovery systems and ongoing debates surrounding access, copyright and scholarly communication. Association of American Publishers Addresses AI, Copyright and Freedom of Speech The Association of American Publishers used its annual meeting to address growing concerns surrounding artificial […]

This May, explore new titles that engage with artificial intelligence, identity, sustainability and critical thought across disciplines. Discover our latest releases examining the ideas, challenges and conversations shaping contemporary society. The Anthem Handbook of Soft Power and Public Diplomacy in the Age of AI This volume explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping influence, diplomacy and […]

As April ends, the publishing industry continues to grapple with the implications of AI, shifting policy debates and evolving challenges around access, ethics and sustainability across the global landscape. Editors Urged Not to Upload Manuscripts to AI Without Permission The Authors Guild has warned editors against uploading manuscripts to AI tools without explicit author consent, […]

This April, discover new titles that engage with pressing global challenges, historical inquiry and interdisciplinary perspectives. Explore our latest releases that contribute to critical conversations across fields.   Affordable Housing for Livable Cities As cities across the world face mounting housing crises, this book examines strategies for creating affordable and sustainable urban living environments. It […]

This March, discover ideas that spark new thinking and deepen critical conversations. Explore our featured releases for the month. Music Technology Panic Narratives Beyond Piracy: From Taping to Napster to TikTok This book examines how the recording industry has repeatedly framed new technologies as threats through what is termed the ‘piracy panic narrative’. It argues […]