Boydell & Brewer partners with Paradigm Publishing Services to 'reach global audience'

Academic publisher De Gruyter’s new publishing services division, Paradigm Publishing Services, is partnering with independent press Boydell & Brewer to “open up new avenues” for the indie to reach “a global audience”. 

Boydell & Brewer said the collaboration “marks a significant milestone”, joining Bristol University Press, Edinburgh University Press, Manchester University Press, Berghahn Books and Multilingual Matters/Channel View Publications in Paradigm’s University Press Library Group. 

Michael Zeoli, director, publisher partner programme at Paradigm, De Gruyter, said: “We’re excited to welcome Boydell & Brewer into our University Press Library. Boydell & Brewer perfectly complements the mission of the University Press Library and adds unique subject strengths that expand the availability of essential scholarly publishing from the United Kingdom.” 

Boydell & Brewer distinguished itself originally through the scholarship of its founders in the fields of medieval history and literature, and it has grown over five decades to include general history, African and Hispanic studies, music and cultural history. 

Antje King, sales and marketing director at Boydell & Brewer, added: “As an independent academic publisher, we are thrilled to be a part of the University Press Library Group. This collaboration opens new avenues for our titles to reach a global audience while offering libraries enhanced access to our high-quality research. Together, we are committed to fostering innovative academic contributions that transcend boundaries and enrich scholarly discourse.”

In September James Powell announced he would be stepping down as c.e.o. of Boydell & Brewer in January 2024.