Today we sent 100 copies of 'Act now' by the Common Sense Policy Group off to key politicians and policy makers, including cross-party MPs, members of the UK House of Lords, The Scottish Parliament, Welsh Government and Metro Mayors in Manchester, Liverpool and Teesside. 📦 ➡️ ✉️ ➡️ 🚐 ➡️📬 The book sets out a new Beveridge report for rebuilding Britain that has been tested for feasibility, affordability and popularity. It sets out a straightforward and common sense approach to key issues, from welfare and net zero, to utilities, education, the NHS and much more. Watch our behind-the-scenes video of the process here: https://lnkd.in/gG8-dtw4 #actnow #policy #britishpolitics
Manchester University Press
Book Publishing
We believe in books that promote positive change and enrich culture.
About us
Manchester University Press (MUP) is situated in the heart of one of the most vibrant universities and cities in the UK. Founded in 1903, publishing our first books in 1904, our distinctive brand is known globally for excellent research in the Humanities and Social Sciences from leading names and up-and-coming scholars from around the world. We currently publish over 200 books each year, as well as five journals. We believe in books that promote positive change and enrich culture. Discoverability, accessibility and research-ability are all features of publishing that we care about, as well as the traditional values of excellent author care, good design and high production values. We’re proud to be able to say that MUP authors and readers come back to us time and again. Our publishing platforms provide new opportunities for you to interact with us in more ways than ever before. We look forward to hearing from you.
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https://manchesteruniversitypress.co.uk/
External link for Manchester University Press
- Industry
- Book Publishing
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Manchester
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1903
- Specialties
- publishing
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Oxford Road
176 Waterloo Place
Manchester, M13 9GP, GB
Employees at Manchester University Press
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Bethan Hirst
Sales and marketing at Manchester University Press
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Emma Brennan
Editorial Director, Manchester University Press
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Frances A. Chiu, Ph.D.
Wilde(st) Dreams Editing LLC; editor of 3 award-winning books for Manuscripts LLC, 2023-4; author of The Routledge Guidebook to Paine’s Rights of…
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Alina Lourie
Non Executive Director at NICE - National Institute for Health and Care Excellence
Updates
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Delighted to share the news that Carbon Colonialism by Laurie Parsons has been shortlisted for the Penn Libraries Book Prize in Sustainability 2024! View the four shortlisted books here: https://lnkd.in/e9aQdKqb Get 30% OFF the book using the discount code PENN30 at checkout on our website only, valid until the end of July. #sustainability #bookprize #climateaction
Penn Libraries Book Prize in Sustainability
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Taking place 18th July - 17th August, South Asian Heritage Month celebrates the diverse heritage and cultures that continue to link the UK with South Asia. We’ve put together an updated reading list of our relevant titles, from politics and history to literature and culture, on our blog here: https://lnkd.in/eVt32ejg #southasianheritagemonth #readinglist
South Asian Heritage Month 2024 reading list - Manchester University Press
https://manchesteruniversitypress.co.uk
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We're looking for a Publisher (Trade Non-Fiction) to join our Editorial (acquisitions) team. This will be an unrivalled opportunity for an experienced manager and editor to join a growing press based in one of the UK’s most vibrant cities. Closing date: 2nd August 2024 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/d4n2qvmD #publishing #editorial #nonfiction #hiring #manchester
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We're seeking a Sales Support Assistant to join our team. A fantastic opportunity for someone looking for experience in a dynamic sales team, or a first job in the publishing industry. Closing date: 24th July 2024 More details and apply here: https://lnkd.in/d-w9x6yG #sales #entrylevel #publishing #hiring #manchester
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We're hiring! Are you passionate about the world of book selling? We have an exceptional opportunity for a Trade Sales Executive to join our team. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/e-NUk2uk Closing date: 25th July 2024 #publishing #sales #bookselling #hiring
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In this new video, Avril Horner discusses the unique qualities of twentieth century novelist Barbara Comyns' writing, and delves into why her work is experiencing a revival. She also shares her favorite story unearthed from the archives during her research on Comyns for her illuminating biography. Watch it on YouTube here: https://lnkd.in/dTWU7aHQ #barbaracomyns #biography #author #interview
Barbara Comyns: A savage innocence – author interview with Avril Horner
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July is #DisabilityPrideMonth and Manchester University Press has created a reading list to celebrate diverse histories and stories within the disability community. https://lnkd.in/eZxsaRPS
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We’re delighted to announce that we’ll be publishing Professor Kirsty Fairclough's new book, 'Swiftly iconic: The cultural phenomenon of Taylor Swift', set to publish in early 2026. #Swifties, this one's for you! #TaylorSwift #ErasTour #comingsoon
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We are delighted to announce that we have appointed Siân Chapman as our new senior production manager to lead production at the press, starting next month. Read the brief announcement in The Bookseller here: https://lnkd.in/dP7jaYmE #production #publishing #announcement
Manchester University Press hires new production lead
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