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Publishing with University Presses Webinar Series

Co-sponsored by the Association of University Presses, this series explores key aspects of academic publishing and offers valuable insights for scholars at all stages of their careers. Led by experienced editors and publishing professionals, the sessions cover topics such as turning a dissertation into a book, choosing the right press, promoting your work, and navigating the journal publishing process.


Turning Your Dissertation into a Book

Thursday, October 9, 2025 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM ET

In this session, university press editors offer advice and answer questions about how to transform a dissertation into a book, including tips for finding a publisher and writing an effective book proposal. 

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Publishing with a University Press

Thursday, November 13, 2025 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM ET

Four publishing professionals from academic presses will answer questions such as: Why publish with a university press? How to choose a university press? And what to expect when publishing with a university press? 

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Making Your Book Public

Tuesday, February 17, 2025 | 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET

Promoting your book starts before you’ve even finished writing. In this workshop, publishing insiders talk about the practical things scholarly authors can do to ensure the greatest impact for their ideas and how their publisher can help.

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How to Publish in Academic Journals 

Thursday, April 9, 2026 | 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET

In this workshop, academic journal editors and publishers discuss the process of publishing in an academic journal. Questions may include: What's the typical timeline from submission to publication? How to write an effective abstract? How to navigate peer review and take critical feedback in stride?

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