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UCL Press Joins the Open Book Collective

July 20, 2026

UCL Press is now part of the Open Book Collective’s University Presses package, a collective funding initiative supporting a more equitable and sustainable future for open access book publishing.

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Staying vigilant: recognising promotional scams targeting authors

July 17, 2026

Have you received an unexpected offer of publicity or promotion for your UCL Press book? Read our advice on recognising and avoiding scams targeting authors and academics.

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Introduction to A Cup of Tea With…: Season 4 of UCL Press Play

July 9, 2026

Learn more about the academics who join Professor Judy Stephenson to discuss their work in the fourth season of UCL Press Play.