Publishing research with rigour and editorial care
Send proposals, journal enquiries, edited volumes, and chapter submissions through the route that fits the work.
A clear route helps editors evaluate fit before asking for full material.
Choose the right route before sending material
Each path asks for different context. Start with the smallest accurate packet, then expand when the editorial fit is clear.
Books and edited volumes
Send a working title, abstract, table of contents, contributor list, and expected manuscript schedule.
Monographs · Edited collections · Catalogue enquiries Journal routeJournal publishing
Review the journal scope first, then send a concise enquiry with field, editorial fit, and timeline.
Journal scope · Editorial records · External journal sites Call submissionCalls for chapters
Use the active call page for scope, dates, proposal length, subject line, and submission instructions.
Open calls · Deadlines · Chapter proposalsWhat a useful first message contains
A precise enquiry saves time for authors and editors. The press can respond faster when the proposal already states the route, subject area, contributors, and intended schedule.
- Working titleUse the title that should appear in editorial correspondence.
- Subject and scopeName the field, audience, and fit with a journal, book list, or call.
- People involvedInclude authors, editors, affiliation details, and ORCID where available.
- TimetableShare proposal, manuscript, review, and publication timing when known.
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Use the relevant call page when submitting to an open call. For broader book or journal proposals, send a short route-specific enquiry first.