Whether you’re preparing your first book proposal or exploring the world of open access, the University of London Press Training Hub can support you. Designed for humanities researchers at all career stages, our training sessions demystify the publishing process and equip you with the tools to make informed decisions about your research outputs.
Here’s a quick guide to some of the most useful sessions currently available.
🔍 Overview of books publishing
Led by our Head of Publishing Paula Kennedy and our Publisher Dr. Emma Gallon, this session offers a comprehensive walkthrough of the academic book publishing journey – from choosing a publisher and preparing a proposal to understanding contracts and peer review. 👉 Watch the recording
📝 Open Access
Join Dr. Frances Pinter and Dr. Emma Gallon for an insightful introduction to open access publishing. Learn about different models, benefits, and how to navigate challenges in OA publishing. 👉 Watch the recording
📘 Overview of journals publishing
This session helps researchers understand how journal articles are published, including how to select a journal, editorial workflows, metrics, and open access options. 👉 Watch the recording
🧠 Peer review and publication ethics
Explore the ethics and practicalities of peer review in academic publishing. This session is ideal for those submitting work or reviewing for the first time. 👉 View the session
📚 Turning your PhD into a book
Led by Dr. Joseph Ford and Dr. Emma Gallon, this session helps doctoral researchers explore how to transform a thesis into a publishable monograph, with a focus on crafting effective book proposals. 👉 Watch the recording
🌐 Open Access in the Humanities: Online Course
Our newest addition is a free online course designed to help researchers understand the evolving landscape of open access in the humanities. 👉 Explore the course
🧾 How to market your academic book
What can you expect your publisher to do to market your academic book – and what will they expect from you? This training session, hosted by Sales and Marketing Manager Katharine Nelson and Publications Officer Faridha Karim, offers practical guidance on how to improve discoverability of your academic book. 👉 Watch the webinar
All sessions are freely available and designed to be accessible, practical, and relevant. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to learn more about your various publishing options, the University of London Press Training Hub has been designed to be a helpful free resource.
The University of London Press is supported by the School of Advanced Study, University of London.
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