Book authors

There are many benefits to publishing with Taylor & Francis and our leading imprints that are highly recognized in the academic and professional communities we serve.

Here you’ll find resources and information on publishing with us – who we are, what we do, and why you should publish with us. Read on to learn about what makes Taylor & Francis unique in the publishing world.

Established reputation and prestige

For two centuries Taylor & Francis has been fully committed to the publication of scholarly information of the highest quality, and today this remains the primary goal.

Your book will become part of an exceptional list that includes books by many of the greatest thinkers and scholars of the past hundred years, as well as great contemporary minds. Publishing since the early twentieth century, our current publishing program encompasses the liveliest texts and the best in research.

Personalized care for authors

You will receive thoughtful feedback on your work throughout the process and ensure your book finds a home in the right subject list or series. Our editorial assistants are on hand to help with queries, and author care continues past editorial to production, marketing, and sales, providing exceptional support and guidance from contract to publication and beyond. We pride ourselves on responding promptly, efficiently, and helpfully to author queries at all stages of the publishing process.

Peer-reviewing and product development

All of our books are peer-reviewed at proposal and/or manuscript stage by respected academic specialists who provide independent advice on the content, quality, and potential market for a finished book, and our textbooks are widely researched and reviewed by active teachers in the field. Additionally, our experienced Development Team helps to shape key titles and digital products through their market-led research and development expertise.

International reach

We have a strong international presence, allowing our editorial, marketing, foreign rights, and sales teams to ensure your book has the right exposure. We continue to forge new relationships in emerging markets.

Breadth

Taylor & Francis publishes around 7,000 – 8,000 books a year (including over 500 open access books and 250 open access chapters) and we have a backlist in excess of 180,000 specialist titles.

Quality design and production values

Using the latest technology, our books are produced efficiently, quickly, and attractively, with in-house production and design teams alongside key partnerships with external partners.

Cutting edge approaches

As the industry rapidly evolves, we are committed to staying ahead of the curve – with digital publishing, we have invested in a range of innovative new ways of delivering the highest quality content to our markets, from eBooks and companion websites to platforms like Routledge Handbooks Online, Open Access options, strategic partnerships, and important projects such as how to maximize the discoverability of academic content in the new digital environment.