We welcome proposals and manuscripts that advance the aims of our Book Imprints, each of which cultivates rigorous, interdisciplinary scholarship and creative inquiry aligned with the Research Network’s intellectual scope. Submissions should demonstrate conceptual depth, clarity of argument, and a contribution of lasting value to the field.

Types of Submissions

We consider monographs, edited collections, practice-based works, and hybrid scholarly–creative formats. Projects may be at the proposal stage or submitted as full manuscripts. All work must be original and not under consideration by another publisher. We do not accept fiction or theses. If you are converting your thesis into a book, we will be happy to review your proposal once it has been reformatted.

Proposal Requirements

A book proposal should be submitted via form (linked). Submission materials include:

A 750–1,000-word description of the project, including central questions, arguments, and contributions. This may include Abstract, Analysis on aspects of the Title, Comparable Works, Expected Timeline, Peer Reviewer Suggestions and other manuscript-related details.

A table of contents with short chapter summaries.

Selection of Desired Book Imprint(s).

Sample Chapter(s) -- 1 or 2.

Estimated word count and anticipated number of images, tables, or multimedia elements.

Author/editor CV submission, with author's biographies (75–100 words each).

Manuscript Preparation

Authors may use either the notes-bibliography or author-date system, as long as usage is consistent. Please format text with clear headings, double spacing, and standard margins. Image files should be provided separately at press-ready resolution with captions and credit lines.

Length and Format

Most monographs fall between 70,000 and 100,000 words; edited collections may be longer depending on the scope. Shorter works in our concise series may range from 35,000 to 50,000 words. Manuscripts should be submitted in .docx format. Include a 150–250 word abstract and 4–6 keywords.

Copyright, Permissions, and Ethics

Authors are responsible for obtaining permissions for copyrighted materials and for ensuring compliance with ethical standards, including transparency regarding AI-assisted methods. Submissions are evaluated for originality and integrity; plagiarized, fabricated, or improperly attributed work cannot be considered.

Review Process

All books undergo editorial review followed by independent peer review. Our peer reviewers are drawn from the Research Network’s international community of scholars and practitioners. Authors published in the imprint may be invited to participate in future reviewing, contributing to the stewardship of the shared knowledge commons.

Member Benefits

Authors with an active Research Network membership receive full access to the Online Knowledge Community Member Space, discounted Open Access options, and ongoing publication pathways across our conferences, journals, and book platforms. Membership is not required for submission, but is encouraged for those wishing to participate fully in the ecosystem.

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