Journalology Community
Kathryn Phillips
Professor UCSF; Editor in Chief Health Affairs Scholar
I find this newsletter to be very useful. It covers timely topics using clear language. As a new Editor In Chief, I need this newsletter!
I find this newsletter to be very useful. It covers timely topics using clear language. As a new Editor In Chief, I need this newsletter!
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Gianfranco Pacchioni
Full Professor, Università di Milano-Bicocca, Milan, Italy
I've been reading Journaology for about a year when it was brought to my attention, and since then I've found it to be an inexhaustible source of information, points of view, and facts related to the turbulent world of science communication. I have been working in this field for over 40 years, and I have seen the profound changes that have occurred in the world of scientific publishing. Journaology has helped me and is helping me to understand the transformations underway and to use them to better clarify to my young collaborators how to tackle the problem of scientific communication today.
I've been reading Journaology for about a year when it was brought to my attention, and since then I've found it to be an inexhaustible source of information, points of view, and facts related to the turbulent world of science communication. I have been working in this field for over 40 years, and I have seen the profound changes that have occurred in the world of scientific publishing. Journaology has helped me and is helping me to understand the transformations underway and to use them to better clarify to my young collaborators how to tackle the problem of scientific communication today.
Philip Campbell
Editor Emeritus, Nature
My goal as an editor was always to make people look forward with anticipation to that moment when the next issue would emerge. Congratulations to James Butcher for achieving exactly that, with his ever-timely, ever-insightful and never-dogmatic collating and commenting on research publishing in Journalology.
My goal as an editor was always to make people look forward with anticipation to that moment when the next issue would emerge. Congratulations to James Butcher for achieving exactly that, with his ever-timely, ever-insightful and never-dogmatic collating and commenting on research publishing in Journalology.
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In writing and sharing Journalology with the publishing community each week, James accumulates and condenses key news, updates and developments in the industry into an easily digestible format, whilst providing his own insights and all of the necessary links for you to dig into topics further or check on the source information.
This is invaluable, as he brings a new perspective to some news items, reminders of the people behind the publishers, and highlights progress which I would likely not have the time to dig into myself otherwise.
I’ve been a subscriber for around a year or so now, and really enjoy sitting down with a cup of tea and reading through the newsletter each week.
I really enjoy the news and journal club sections, and feel that Journalology should be an essential weekly read for anyone working within scholarly publishers, or in affiliated roles, to keep you abreast of changes and help you make informed decisions within your role.
In writing and sharing Journalology with the publishing community each week, James accumulates and condenses key news, updates and developments in the industry into an easily digestible format, whilst providing his own insights and all of the necessary links for you to dig into topics further or check on the source information.
This is invaluable, as he brings a new perspective to some news items, reminders of the people behind the publishers, and highlights progress which I would likely not have the time to dig into myself otherwise.
I’ve been a subscriber for around a year or so now, and really enjoy sitting down with a cup of tea and reading through the newsletter each week.
I really enjoy the news and journal club sections, and feel that Journalology should be an essential weekly read for anyone working within scholarly publishers, or in affiliated roles, to keep you abreast of changes and help you make informed decisions within your role.
Nonia Pariente
Editor in Chief; PLOS Biology; PLOS
I read James' newsletter every week and find it an excellent source of information on all things editorial and scientific publishing, with a refreshing editor viewpoint. It is an insightful (and fun!) read, perfect for everyone interested in the scientific publishing world.
In a super busy world, flagging the newsletter and making time to read it with a cuppa is a rare oasis in my week that I very much enjoy.
I read James' newsletter every week and find it an excellent source of information on all things editorial and scientific publishing, with a refreshing editor viewpoint. It is an insightful (and fun!) read, perfect for everyone interested in the scientific publishing world.
In a super busy world, flagging the newsletter and making time to read it with a cuppa is a rare oasis in my week that I very much enjoy.
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Bev Acreman
Executive Director, UKSG
This is consistently one of the most interesting newsletters covering the publishing industry - however it should be read by everyone with an interest in the sector. Informed analysis from someone who knows what they are talking about. I look forward to reading it when it pops into my inbox
This is consistently one of the most interesting newsletters covering the publishing industry - however it should be read by everyone with an interest in the sector. Informed analysis from someone who knows what they are talking about. I look forward to reading it when it pops into my inbox
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Audrey
Journals Manager, De Gruyter Brill
Journalology is an incredibly useful tool to start my week. It gives a comprehensive update on what's happening in the field with insight from all perspectives (publisher, researcher, institutions, as well as STM and HSS). I enjoy the opinion given on each piece as much as reading the news itself. The links provided also allow for more in-depth diving if desired. I look forward to it every week!
Journalology is an incredibly useful tool to start my week. It gives a comprehensive update on what's happening in the field with insight from all perspectives (publisher, researcher, institutions, as well as STM and HSS). I enjoy the opinion given on each piece as much as reading the news itself. The links provided also allow for more in-depth diving if desired. I look forward to it every week!
David Zhong
Head of TalkMED education.
I am enjoying in reading Journalology weekly to update the current trend in publishing industry. It's briefly and informative. The commentaries are valuable as well. It's a great tool for editorial team, marketing team.
I am enjoying in reading Journalology weekly to update the current trend in publishing industry. It's briefly and informative. The commentaries are valuable as well. It's a great tool for editorial team, marketing team.
Elisa De Ranieri
Director of Author Experience, Cell Press
Journalology has become a permanent fixture of my Monday routine: I love that it keeps me up to date with what's going on in scientific publishing while sipping my coffee and getting ready for the week ahead. Everyone with an interest in this industry should read it, not just for the clever selection of content but also for the insightful commentary from James, who knows publishing inside out.
Journalology has become a permanent fixture of my Monday routine: I love that it keeps me up to date with what's going on in scientific publishing while sipping my coffee and getting ready for the week ahead. Everyone with an interest in this industry should read it, not just for the clever selection of content but also for the insightful commentary from James, who knows publishing inside out.
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Rebecca Linssen
Freelance medical editor
Journalology gives an update on a wide range of areas within scholarly publishing. James's summaries of the links very clearly tells you what the particular story is about, and allows you to decide whether you want to read further or not. I often find myself with 5 or 6 new pieces to read when I've read Journalology, but don't let that put you off! This is an indication of how relevant the content is to those working in all areas of scholarly publishing. Journalology is my most useful and most used source of updated information.
Journalology gives an update on a wide range of areas within scholarly publishing. James's summaries of the links very clearly tells you what the particular story is about, and allows you to decide whether you want to read further or not. I often find myself with 5 or 6 new pieces to read when I've read Journalology, but don't let that put you off! This is an indication of how relevant the content is to those working in all areas of scholarly publishing. Journalology is my most useful and most used source of updated information.
Charlotte Crouch
Wiley
I've subscribed to Journalology since I entered the publishing industry 7 years ago. It's a nice way to start my day as I scan through publishing news and opinion pieces before diving into specific ones to get more detail. Often, the newsletter covers stories and reports I haven't come across with other newsletters or Google alerts-- which is incredibly useful!
The commentary on pieces is especially valuable, as it gives me a quick idea of what is most relevant to me, saving me time.
Anyone in the publishing industry should read this!
I've subscribed to Journalology since I entered the publishing industry 7 years ago. It's a nice way to start my day as I scan through publishing news and opinion pieces before diving into specific ones to get more detail. Often, the newsletter covers stories and reports I haven't come across with other newsletters or Google alerts-- which is incredibly useful!
The commentary on pieces is especially valuable, as it gives me a quick idea of what is most relevant to me, saving me time.
Anyone in the publishing industry should read this!
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Elias Brinks
Editor in Chief, Astrophysics & Space Science
I have been reading Journalology for a couple of weeks now and got completely hooked. As Editor-in-Chief of a journal, it provides essential background reading which helps me understand better the rapidly changing publishing landscape. This should in turn help me to best position the journal for the long term. In addition to the above, it is useful to learn what is being done elsewhere to counteract such activities as paper mills or how to deal with (part) AI-generated content.In short, I think any EiC would greatly benefit from subscribing to Journalology, and reading its content!
I have been reading Journalology for a couple of weeks now and got completely hooked. As Editor-in-Chief of a journal, it provides essential background reading which helps me understand better the rapidly changing publishing landscape. This should in turn help me to best position the journal for the long term. In addition to the above, it is useful to learn what is being done elsewhere to counteract such activities as paper mills or how to deal with (part) AI-generated content.In short, I think any EiC would greatly benefit from subscribing to Journalology, and reading its content!
Krishna Kumar Venkitachalam
Enago
Journalology goes beyond the surface of scholarly publishing, delivering comprehensive and informative content that's surprisingly engaging. JB, via the newsletter, doesn't just present facts -- he unpacks them with insightful analysis and real-world context. This makes it a valuable resource for anyone in academia, publishing technology, or even language technology. The newsletter consistently delivers the latest updates on the field, making it the go-to source for anyone who wants to stay ahead of the curve in scholarly publishing. If you ask me, it is the clear leader among scholarly publishing newsletters.
Journalology goes beyond the surface of scholarly publishing, delivering comprehensive and informative content that's surprisingly engaging. JB, via the newsletter, doesn't just present facts -- he unpacks them with insightful analysis and real-world context. This makes it a valuable resource for anyone in academia, publishing technology, or even language technology. The newsletter consistently delivers the latest updates on the field, making it the go-to source for anyone who wants to stay ahead of the curve in scholarly publishing. If you ask me, it is the clear leader among scholarly publishing newsletters.
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Henan Shao
Senior Editor, Atlantis Press
In this era of information explosion, people may be anxious for fear of missing out on industry news or updates. However, Journalology Newsletter is one way to help those people including me out of that anxiety. The well-organized, summarized, and reviewed valuable news makes my lifer easier to catch up in the scholarly publishing industry. I read it to see what happens in the industry, consider about why it happens, and also I like reading James' insightful comments very much. I have recommend Journalology to my colleagues and I am happy they all love it and click to subscribe!
In this era of information explosion, people may be anxious for fear of missing out on industry news or updates. However, Journalology Newsletter is one way to help those people including me out of that anxiety. The well-organized, summarized, and reviewed valuable news makes my lifer easier to catch up in the scholarly publishing industry. I read it to see what happens in the industry, consider about why it happens, and also I like reading James' insightful comments very much. I have recommend Journalology to my colleagues and I am happy they all love it and click to subscribe!
Eleonora Colangelo
Publishing Specialist, Frontiers
Journalology is an essential resource for individuals navigating transitions, whether transitioning from an academic role to the publishing industry, advancing from an early to a mid/advanced career stage, or adjusting to substantial organizational transformations. In my personal experience, it played a pivotal role during crucial career transitions, effectively bridging any knowledge gaps and providing a broadened perspective. Most importantly, its analyses assisted me in understanding and, at times, anticipating market trends, facilitating informed career decisions as new developments were taking shape. As a former philologist interested in historiography and science history, I would also add that Journalology is more than just an invaluable tool for professionals. It stands as a timeless chronicle for individuals fascinated by the history of science information. If anyone embarks one day on the daunting task of compiling a handbook on the history of scholarly publishing, Journalology will undoubtedly provide a compelling starting point.
Journalology is an essential resource for individuals navigating transitions, whether transitioning from an academic role to the publishing industry, advancing from an early to a mid/advanced career stage, or adjusting to substantial organizational transformations. In my personal experience, it played a pivotal role during crucial career transitions, effectively bridging any knowledge gaps and providing a broadened perspective. Most importantly, its analyses assisted me in understanding and, at times, anticipating market trends, facilitating informed career decisions as new developments were taking shape. As a former philologist interested in historiography and science history, I would also add that Journalology is more than just an invaluable tool for professionals. It stands as a timeless chronicle for individuals fascinated by the history of science information. If anyone embarks one day on the daunting task of compiling a handbook on the history of scholarly publishing, Journalology will undoubtedly provide a compelling starting point.
Sharon Parkinson
Publishing Development Manager, Emerald Publishing
Journalology certainly plugs a gap for our industry. Scanning scholarly publishing related news is, like James says, akin to drinking from a fire hose so having this digest land in my inbox each week has not only saved me a lot of time, but has also alerted me to things that I would no doubt have missed myself. What I value most is the annotations because often they are enough to answer any questions I may have had around a news item, so once again it saves time because I don't always need to read the full item (but of course a link to the source is always provided should anyone want to dig deeper). Definitely 5 star!
Journalology certainly plugs a gap for our industry. Scanning scholarly publishing related news is, like James says, akin to drinking from a fire hose so having this digest land in my inbox each week has not only saved me a lot of time, but has also alerted me to things that I would no doubt have missed myself. What I value most is the annotations because often they are enough to answer any questions I may have had around a news item, so once again it saves time because I don't always need to read the full item (but of course a link to the source is always provided should anyone want to dig deeper). Definitely 5 star!
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Hannah Barnsley
Strategic Programme Manager, Publishing, RSC
The Journalology newsletters are insightful and always give me food for thought. I would struggle to find the time to research the breadth and depth of work that the newsletters summarise so well. Thank you James!
The Journalology newsletters are insightful and always give me food for thought. I would struggle to find the time to research the breadth and depth of work that the newsletters summarise so well. Thank you James!
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Rowland Lorimer
Director, Cdn. Institute for Studies in Publishing, Journal Services
While I subscribed fairly early to Journalology. I find myself paying more and more attention to it. There's a bit of a distance between the items and my focus on small, mainly Canadian, SSH journals but gaining a sense of the larger picture is always useful. It's actually astonishing how much is going on world wide.
While I subscribed fairly early to Journalology. I find myself paying more and more attention to it. There's a bit of a distance between the items and my focus on small, mainly Canadian, SSH journals but gaining a sense of the larger picture is always useful. It's actually astonishing how much is going on world wide.
Elliott Lumb
Co-creator, Signals & Publishing Consultant
A lot happens in the world of academic publishing, and James does a great job of filtering, enhancing, and amplifying the most important news of the week. Journalology is essential reading for me. I recommend it to publishing professionals at any stage of their career.
A lot happens in the world of academic publishing, and James does a great job of filtering, enhancing, and amplifying the most important news of the week. Journalology is essential reading for me. I recommend it to publishing professionals at any stage of their career.
Laxmi Shekhawat
Assistant Editor
James, I appreciate you sending us such wonderful Journalology newsletters. For people like me who are young and just starting out as editors, this newsletter gives us insights into what's going on in world of publishing. Anyone interested in scholarly publication, or indeed anyone working in the field, should read Journalology. There is something of interest for everyone because of its range and extent. James, I appreciate everything you've done. Really grateful. Keep doing such fantastic work!!
James, I appreciate you sending us such wonderful Journalology newsletters. For people like me who are young and just starting out as editors, this newsletter gives us insights into what's going on in world of publishing. Anyone interested in scholarly publication, or indeed anyone working in the field, should read Journalology. There is something of interest for everyone because of its range and extent. James, I appreciate everything you've done. Really grateful. Keep doing such fantastic work!!
Luke Batchelor
Editor in Chief, Cell Reports Physical Science, Cell Press
I am happy to recommend Journalology which I find to be one of the most comprehensive and insightful sources of information on developments in the industry. James does a great job of capturing and synthesizing both flash-in-the-pan news stories and longer term trends. I regularly recommend that members of my team who may be newer to the world of academic publishing subscribe to the newsletter in order to get their bearings in this continually rapidly evolving landscape.
I am happy to recommend Journalology which I find to be one of the most comprehensive and insightful sources of information on developments in the industry. James does a great job of capturing and synthesizing both flash-in-the-pan news stories and longer term trends. I regularly recommend that members of my team who may be newer to the world of academic publishing subscribe to the newsletter in order to get their bearings in this continually rapidly evolving landscape.
Alison Hope
Business Development Manager, Karger Publishers
Trying to keep up to date with diverse developments in a rapidly evolving industry is tricky. There’s a lot of noise and chatter out there and it’s difficult to know who to listen to and who to trust... and what to filter out. I really appreciate the work that James puts into the Journalology newsletter – he makes it easy to keep up to date.
Trying to keep up to date with diverse developments in a rapidly evolving industry is tricky. There’s a lot of noise and chatter out there and it’s difficult to know who to listen to and who to trust... and what to filter out. I really appreciate the work that James puts into the Journalology newsletter – he makes it easy to keep up to date.
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Priti Nagda
Publications Development Manager
Since subscribing to Journalology it's been great to have access to a regular round-up of highlights, updates and interesting news across the publishing industry. Its a real time saver, and helps me distribute the news quickly to relevant colleagues across internal departments. Thanks for the hard work James, it's very appreciated!
Since subscribing to Journalology it's been great to have access to a regular round-up of highlights, updates and interesting news across the publishing industry. Its a real time saver, and helps me distribute the news quickly to relevant colleagues across internal departments. Thanks for the hard work James, it's very appreciated!
Nicky Borowiec
Nicky Borowiec Graphic Design & Brand
Journalology is a brilliant way to keep up-to-date with what's happening in the industry. I'm not an editor, but I have spent many years in roles communicating the work of journals and editors, and James has a knack for sharing his knowledge and analysis in an engaging and straightforward way. Reading Journalology is like having a conversation with James – interesting, witty and chock full of insight.
Journalology is a brilliant way to keep up-to-date with what's happening in the industry. I'm not an editor, but I have spent many years in roles communicating the work of journals and editors, and James has a knack for sharing his knowledge and analysis in an engaging and straightforward way. Reading Journalology is like having a conversation with James – interesting, witty and chock full of insight.
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Caroline Barranco
Senior Editor, Reviews CJET, Springer Nature
I've subscribed to Journalology since issue 23 and find it essential reading. If you want an insightful and expertly curated overview of the key issues in scholarly publishing, you simply can't do better.
I've subscribed to Journalology since issue 23 and find it essential reading. If you want an insightful and expertly curated overview of the key issues in scholarly publishing, you simply can't do better.
Katie Hammon
Content Acquisition Lead, Elsevier
I really enjoy reading Journalology. After leaving the books side of the business, I'm still a bit new to the journal world, and the newsletter helps me understand the different dimensions and complexities from an unbiased perspective. My problem is I have a hard time reading all the articles I want! It would be good at the top of the newsletter to list the linked headlines so that you can cherry pick from the top the most impactful topics relative to you versus scrolling down (and then realizing you don't have enough time to read all the good stuff). Thank you for your valuable insights and clarity!
I really enjoy reading Journalology. After leaving the books side of the business, I'm still a bit new to the journal world, and the newsletter helps me understand the different dimensions and complexities from an unbiased perspective. My problem is I have a hard time reading all the articles I want! It would be good at the top of the newsletter to list the linked headlines so that you can cherry pick from the top the most impactful topics relative to you versus scrolling down (and then realizing you don't have enough time to read all the good stuff). Thank you for your valuable insights and clarity!
Laura Henderson
Head of Program - Public Outreach; Frontiers
Journalology is the best industry-knowledge summary out there. Written by an experienced publishing expert, and full of pithy insights, it gives everyone - journal editors, publishers, researchers, whoever you are - the digest you need to understand what's happening, regularly and timely. Recommended for everyone working in publishing!
Journalology is the best industry-knowledge summary out there. Written by an experienced publishing expert, and full of pithy insights, it gives everyone - journal editors, publishers, researchers, whoever you are - the digest you need to understand what's happening, regularly and timely. Recommended for everyone working in publishing!
Jennifer Regala
Director of Publications/Executive Editor at the American Urological Association
The #1 best thing about Journalology is how accessible it is - it is an effortless read that flows exceptionally well and keeps me 100% engaged, which is hard to do in this world of distractions and constant looming deadlines. It's like watching an Olympic skier do the slalom - it looks so easy, and it's a pleasure to watch (plus a little nerve-wracking, just like publishing!). But behind the scenes, the effort that James Butcher puts into these newsletters to give us that user experience is phenomenal. It's my favorite newsletter and it inspires thought-provoking questions each and every week among our American Urological Association publications team.
Who should read this newsletter? That's easy - anybody who wants to not only survive but THRIVE in scholarly publishing. This newsletter is the key to keeping me relevant and knowledgeable in this ever-changing environment.
Thank you, James, for Journalology. I also want to point out to the scholarly publishing community that James interacts on a personal level with his readers. James has picked up the phone to call me, interacted on social media with me, etc. in direct response to my questions and concerns. And he does that for everyone. Not only is the newsletter a tremendous resource, but James is a valuable leader of our community. Thank you!
The #1 best thing about Journalology is how accessible it is - it is an effortless read that flows exceptionally well and keeps me 100% engaged, which is hard to do in this world of distractions and constant looming deadlines. It's like watching an Olympic skier do the slalom - it looks so easy, and it's a pleasure to watch (plus a little nerve-wracking, just like publishing!). But behind the scenes, the effort that James Butcher puts into these newsletters to give us that user experience is phenomenal. It's my favorite newsletter and it inspires thought-provoking questions each and every week among our American Urological Association publications team.
Who should read this newsletter? That's easy - anybody who wants to not only survive but THRIVE in scholarly publishing. This newsletter is the key to keeping me relevant and knowledgeable in this ever-changing environment.
Thank you, James, for Journalology. I also want to point out to the scholarly publishing community that James interacts on a personal level with his readers. James has picked up the phone to call me, interacted on social media with me, etc. in direct response to my questions and concerns. And he does that for everyone. Not only is the newsletter a tremendous resource, but James is a valuable leader of our community. Thank you!
Emma Pettengale
Portfolio Manager, Frontiers Media
Journalology is a must-read for everyone passionate about scholarly publishing, or really anyone in the industry. Summarising the most pertinent updates and developments from all the key players and often highlighting something overlooked but important, this has quickly become a fixed reading in my Monday morning routine.
Journalology is a must-read for everyone passionate about scholarly publishing, or really anyone in the industry. Summarising the most pertinent updates and developments from all the key players and often highlighting something overlooked but important, this has quickly become a fixed reading in my Monday morning routine.
Ian Potter
Director of Business Intelligence
I'd like to say James saves me a lot of working by doing my reading for me; in reality he provides a wealth of other things I need to read, but they're never less than invaluable. The pithy commentaries always provide useful insight and perspectives. It's a must-read for my team.
I'd like to say James saves me a lot of working by doing my reading for me; in reality he provides a wealth of other things I need to read, but they're never less than invaluable. The pithy commentaries always provide useful insight and perspectives. It's a must-read for my team.
Milan Vukich
Head of publishing solutions, OpusJournal
As the founder of a scholarly publishing startup, James Butcher’s Journalology newsletter has been invaluable in keeping me up to date with Open Access publishing advancements. It streamlines my research process, saving me valuable time. I wholeheartedly recommend Journology to anyone seeking to track and understand emerging trends in scholarly publishing.
As the founder of a scholarly publishing startup, James Butcher’s Journalology newsletter has been invaluable in keeping me up to date with Open Access publishing advancements. It streamlines my research process, saving me valuable time. I wholeheartedly recommend Journology to anyone seeking to track and understand emerging trends in scholarly publishing.
Richard Horton
Editor-in-Chief, The Lancet
James Butcher’s Journalology newsletter is the single best source of news, analysis, and informed comment about the world of scientific publication today. It is a must read for anyone concerned about science and the future of science policymaking.
James Butcher’s Journalology newsletter is the single best source of news, analysis, and informed comment about the world of scientific publication today. It is a must read for anyone concerned about science and the future of science policymaking.
Shahid Chowdhary
Siliconchips Services Ltd
As a publishing service provider for books and journals for some leading brands, I would encourage publishing professional an essential reading in academic world and Journalology certainly stands out about the future of the industry, it’s a quick source of industry news in publishing. Extremely helpful to understand what is happening during these challenging times.
Thanks James, keep doing an amazing work.
As a publishing service provider for books and journals for some leading brands, I would encourage publishing professional an essential reading in academic world and Journalology certainly stands out about the future of the industry, it’s a quick source of industry news in publishing. Extremely helpful to understand what is happening during these challenging times.
Thanks James, keep doing an amazing work.
Amanda Ward
Taylor and Francis
I always enjoy reading the Journalology newsletter and it's remarkable how quickly it has become a part of my 'start the week' routine. Superb topic selection covered with a great understanding and insight, plus it is always lovely to get a sense of James' opinion on things - insights from such a qualified and seasoned editor are invaluable. It is an absolute necessity for anyone involved in the scholarly publishing industry - informative, thought-provoking and often a bit funny. Thank you James.
I always enjoy reading the Journalology newsletter and it's remarkable how quickly it has become a part of my 'start the week' routine. Superb topic selection covered with a great understanding and insight, plus it is always lovely to get a sense of James' opinion on things - insights from such a qualified and seasoned editor are invaluable. It is an absolute necessity for anyone involved in the scholarly publishing industry - informative, thought-provoking and often a bit funny. Thank you James.
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Anjali Chadha
Maverick Publishing Specialists
I look forward to the new issue of Journalology newsletter dropping into my mailbox each weekend and enjoy reading from the beginning to end. As someone who has returned to journal publishing after an extended stint in book publishing, I find the newsletter very insightful and informative to understand the transformed and ever- evolving publishing environment.
I look forward to the new issue of Journalology newsletter dropping into my mailbox each weekend and enjoy reading from the beginning to end. As someone who has returned to journal publishing after an extended stint in book publishing, I find the newsletter very insightful and informative to understand the transformed and ever- evolving publishing environment.
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Stephanie Higgs
As a recovering academic who recently made the transition to scholarly publishing, I've found Journalology to be an indispensable resource for getting oriented in the industry. So helpful to have the astute commentary in the blog entry followed by excerpts from all the recent major industry news articles and relevant scholarly articles all in one place. Hands down the best resource I've found for keeping up to speed on all things publishing!
As a recovering academic who recently made the transition to scholarly publishing, I've found Journalology to be an indispensable resource for getting oriented in the industry. So helpful to have the astute commentary in the blog entry followed by excerpts from all the recent major industry news articles and relevant scholarly articles all in one place. Hands down the best resource I've found for keeping up to speed on all things publishing!
Paola Morelli
Journal Portfolio Manager, Frontiers Media SA
Journalology provides a great summary of the latest publishing news as well as interesting reflection points. I always make time in my week to go through the latest email.
What makes it different from other newsletters is James's insights - always timely and valuable!
Journalology provides a great summary of the latest publishing news as well as interesting reflection points. I always make time in my week to go through the latest email.
What makes it different from other newsletters is James's insights - always timely and valuable!
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Gino D'Oca
Chief Editor, Springer Nature
The publishing landscape is fast evolving, saturated and complex. Journalology manages to pull together and contexualise the most important and newest insights and hot issues in journal publishing. As such, it is an essential resource for editors in academic publishing. I thoroughly recommend it!
The publishing landscape is fast evolving, saturated and complex. Journalology manages to pull together and contexualise the most important and newest insights and hot issues in journal publishing. As such, it is an essential resource for editors in academic publishing. I thoroughly recommend it!
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Ruth Wilson
Director of publishing strategy - Nature journals
Not only does the journalology newsletter keep me up to date with what is going on in publishing but it does it in such an entertaining and insightful way. I highly recommend it to all academic publishing professionals and editors.
Not only does the journalology newsletter keep me up to date with what is going on in publishing but it does it in such an entertaining and insightful way. I highly recommend it to all academic publishing professionals and editors.
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Laurie Mook
Editor-in-chief, Canadian Journal of Nonprofit and Social Economy Research / Revue canadienne de recherche sur les OSBL et l'économie sociale
As a fairly new Editor-in-chief, Journalology has provided me with a wealth of cutting-edge information in the journal world. The content is easily digested and presented in a very accessible format. I have recommended it to other journal editors as well. Thank you, James!
As a fairly new Editor-in-chief, Journalology has provided me with a wealth of cutting-edge information in the journal world. The content is easily digested and presented in a very accessible format. I have recommended it to other journal editors as well. Thank you, James!
Nicola Jones
Director, SDG Programme, Springer Nature
It's remarkable how quickly Journalology has established itself as a must-read for so many people in the industry. Every week the newsletter brings something to my attention that is relevant and that I would otherwise have missed. Besides keeping me up to date with news, James's thoughtful assessments and analysis add real value - it's much more than a collection of links - it's something I genuinely look forward to, and always take time to read.
It's remarkable how quickly Journalology has established itself as a must-read for so many people in the industry. Every week the newsletter brings something to my attention that is relevant and that I would otherwise have missed. Besides keeping me up to date with news, James's thoughtful assessments and analysis add real value - it's much more than a collection of links - it's something I genuinely look forward to, and always take time to read.
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Dan Penny
Springer Nature
Great summary of the key news, with just the right degree of measured opinion running through it to ensure it is entertaining - without ever becoming preachy or antagonistic.
Great summary of the key news, with just the right degree of measured opinion running through it to ensure it is entertaining - without ever becoming preachy or antagonistic.
Jeffrey Robens
Senior Editorial Development Manager, Nature Portfolio
I've known James for a few years from our work together at Nature and have developed admiration of his editorial insights into publishing. Having these insights clearly shared in his newsletters along with an evaluation of editorial and publishing trends is essential to anyone in scholarly publishing. I have recommended the Journalology newsletter to most of my colleagues!
I've known James for a few years from our work together at Nature and have developed admiration of his editorial insights into publishing. Having these insights clearly shared in his newsletters along with an evaluation of editorial and publishing trends is essential to anyone in scholarly publishing. I have recommended the Journalology newsletter to most of my colleagues!
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Adina Mois
Head of Researcher Insights and Analytics, Springer Nature
I recommend Journalology to everyone working in scholarly publishing, especially if they are not in a publishing or editorial function.
I work in marketing analytics and have very often felt like I'm "missing" the larger context of the market. Until Journalology I'd have had to read through endless slide decks, which is always time consuming and difficult to do in practice given the very busy workday.
Journalology has helped me understand publishing so much more in the few weeks that I've been reading it.
I recommend Journalology to everyone working in scholarly publishing, especially if they are not in a publishing or editorial function.
I work in marketing analytics and have very often felt like I'm "missing" the larger context of the market. Until Journalology I'd have had to read through endless slide decks, which is always time consuming and difficult to do in practice given the very busy workday.
Journalology has helped me understand publishing so much more in the few weeks that I've been reading it.
LN
Leiah Norcott
Portfolio Manager - Commissioning, Frontiers
A trusted source of important scholarly news summarised in one place, alongside personal insight and key viewpoints which I find invaluable. Ideal for all scholarly publishing editors, both young and old.
A trusted source of important scholarly news summarised in one place, alongside personal insight and key viewpoints which I find invaluable. Ideal for all scholarly publishing editors, both young and old.
KB
Kerry Barner
Sage Publishing
I'm a Publisher in the Humanities and Social Sciences at Sage, and I like to keep abreast of trends. Ploughing through an Outsell report, 100s of pages long, or reading your refreshing take on trends. It's a no brainer.
I'm a Publisher in the Humanities and Social Sciences at Sage, and I like to keep abreast of trends. Ploughing through an Outsell report, 100s of pages long, or reading your refreshing take on trends. It's a no brainer.
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Duc Hong Le
Senior Executive Editor, The Lancet
James does a great job with his Journalology newsletters. Everyone can find something of interest because the scope is broad and inclusive. Anyone can grasp the news since the depth is perfectly pitched. I specially like James's expert thoughts on each of those topics. All editors, publishers and authors alike can benefit from his newsletters.
James does a great job with his Journalology newsletters. Everyone can find something of interest because the scope is broad and inclusive. Anyone can grasp the news since the depth is perfectly pitched. I specially like James's expert thoughts on each of those topics. All editors, publishers and authors alike can benefit from his newsletters.
RM
Ross MacDonald
Weill Cornell Medicine - Qatar
I never thought I'd be overwhelmed by developments and issues in scholarly publishing, and yet now I am. Journalology has been the answer to keep up with what's going on. Put simply: I am in awe of the quality, depth, and breadth of Journalology's coverage of scholarly publishing. Definitely recommended for librarians, publishers, editors, and authors.
I never thought I'd be overwhelmed by developments and issues in scholarly publishing, and yet now I am. Journalology has been the answer to keep up with what's going on. Put simply: I am in awe of the quality, depth, and breadth of Journalology's coverage of scholarly publishing. Definitely recommended for librarians, publishers, editors, and authors.
Claire Hao
What I enjoy most about Journalology is the writer dedicates to interpret the significance of the relevant publishing news in a balanced way as well as helps to translate the findings from the business report, publishing trends, other related endeavours.
Journalology is particular fitting to those who enter the publishing career at their early stage (in the first 5 years) or the people who's eager to engage with the publishing community with their research, where Journalology supports to improve the transparency and efficiency of the communication between publishers and researchers worldwide.
I also find it's useful for me to stay connected more easily with the current trends of scholarly publishing, James always uses the concise and plain language to explain the new or a little bit complex concepts or situation, which enable every reader to have clear understanding of how the things connect together.
I definitely recommend Journalology to more people!
What I enjoy most about Journalology is the writer dedicates to interpret the significance of the relevant publishing news in a balanced way as well as helps to translate the findings from the business report, publishing trends, other related endeavours.
Journalology is particular fitting to those who enter the publishing career at their early stage (in the first 5 years) or the people who's eager to engage with the publishing community with their research, where Journalology supports to improve the transparency and efficiency of the communication between publishers and researchers worldwide.
I also find it's useful for me to stay connected more easily with the current trends of scholarly publishing, James always uses the concise and plain language to explain the new or a little bit complex concepts or situation, which enable every reader to have clear understanding of how the things connect together.
I definitely recommend Journalology to more people!
Pooja Jha
Editor-in-Chief, The Lancet Regional Health – Europe
Journalology has been my go-to to keep myself up-to-date with all that is happening in the field of publishing. I literally enjoy all the content in each newsletter. As an editor who follows Journalology religiously, I can testify that my breath of knowledge about the various aspects of publishing industry has definitely increased and sharpend since Journalogy. Everyone who is in the field of scientific publishing should follow Journalogy. It´s the most easy and convenient way to not miss out on what's happening in scholarly publishing!
Journalology has been my go-to to keep myself up-to-date with all that is happening in the field of publishing. I literally enjoy all the content in each newsletter. As an editor who follows Journalology religiously, I can testify that my breath of knowledge about the various aspects of publishing industry has definitely increased and sharpend since Journalogy. Everyone who is in the field of scientific publishing should follow Journalogy. It´s the most easy and convenient way to not miss out on what's happening in scholarly publishing!
HC
Helen Cooke
Managing Director, Publisher Sales - Digital Science
Journalology provides an excellent, concise summary of all the highlights happening each week in the scholarly publishing industry.
I always look out for it and read through to pick up the latest trends, news items and developments. It's a must read for anyone wanting to keep up to speed in the world of publishing. Thanks James!
Journalology provides an excellent, concise summary of all the highlights happening each week in the scholarly publishing industry.
I always look out for it and read through to pick up the latest trends, news items and developments. It's a must read for anyone wanting to keep up to speed in the world of publishing. Thanks James!
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Sonal Shukla
Head of Abstracting & Indexing
Journalology is an indispensable and invaluable source to keep me well-informed about the dynamic landscape of scholarly publishing. I eagerly wait and look forward to reading James’ perspectives and deep analyses of the trends, emerging topics, and challenges affecting the scholarly publishing universe.
Journalology is an indispensable and invaluable source to keep me well-informed about the dynamic landscape of scholarly publishing. I eagerly wait and look forward to reading James’ perspectives and deep analyses of the trends, emerging topics, and challenges affecting the scholarly publishing universe.
HS
Henry Spilberg
Senior Publisher, BMJ
I enjoy reading the Journalology newsletter and always find something of interest in each edition. James invariably supplies useful insight into the major topics of the day - whether it's the latest updates on Plan S or providing perspective on a mass editorial board resignation. Publishers, editors, researchers and funders who wish to stay informed with what's going on in the ever-changing world of academic and scholarly publishing should certainly consider subscribing.
I enjoy reading the Journalology newsletter and always find something of interest in each edition. James invariably supplies useful insight into the major topics of the day - whether it's the latest updates on Plan S or providing perspective on a mass editorial board resignation. Publishers, editors, researchers and funders who wish to stay informed with what's going on in the ever-changing world of academic and scholarly publishing should certainly consider subscribing.
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Prof Richard Donnelly
Emeritus Professor of Medicine, Univ Nottingham
I am an Editor-in-Chief for a successful, hybrid medical journal. I sit within academia, not the publishing industry. I have learned a lot from reading journalology over the past year, particularly about the trends & changes going on within publishing which do indeed create tensions of various sorts within Editorial offices like mine. I'd highly recommend this Blog to Editors like me, who need to navigate these challenges to ensure journal sustainability, quality and good author experiences
I am an Editor-in-Chief for a successful, hybrid medical journal. I sit within academia, not the publishing industry. I have learned a lot from reading journalology over the past year, particularly about the trends & changes going on within publishing which do indeed create tensions of various sorts within Editorial offices like mine. I'd highly recommend this Blog to Editors like me, who need to navigate these challenges to ensure journal sustainability, quality and good author experiences
Jennifer Kuhn
Publications Director, The Permanente Federation
James's newsletter is for EVERYONE in the scholarly publishing industry. It touches on tech trends, business dealings, and the implications for happenings. James helps by gathering up all the news and concisely reporting on it with the necessary nuance that would be required to forward the highlights off to a colleague in another department who may not be quite as steeped in the profession.
James's newsletter is for EVERYONE in the scholarly publishing industry. It touches on tech trends, business dealings, and the implications for happenings. James helps by gathering up all the news and concisely reporting on it with the necessary nuance that would be required to forward the highlights off to a colleague in another department who may not be quite as steeped in the profession.
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Daniel Muzio
General Editor Journal of Management Studies
Journalology is an essential tool for navigating the complexities of a turbulent publishing landscape. I thank James for providing such an important resource for our community
Journalology is an essential tool for navigating the complexities of a turbulent publishing landscape. I thank James for providing such an important resource for our community
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Mohammad
sums.ac.ir
yes, I like it. I'm medical journalism student in Iran and enjoy of newsletter. I think reading journalogy keeps me up to date because you write about last happened in publishing.
yes, I like it. I'm medical journalism student in Iran and enjoy of newsletter. I think reading journalogy keeps me up to date because you write about last happened in publishing.
AC
Angela Cochran
VP of Publishing, ASCO
I am really enjoying the Journalology newsletter. It’s the right combination of analysis from James Butcher with pointers to what I may have missed. Many times I may have skimmed a few of the articles he selects to highlight already, but having them in one digest is very helpful.
As a publication manager, this newsletter is a time saver for my team in sharing interesting posts with our journal editors. The focus on editorial topics and the curation of content from someone with James’ experience ensures that our journal editors are staying up to date. Recommended reading from the newsletter often ends up on our agendas with editors.
Journalology is a great compliment to other regular digests and newsletters that help keep me in the know.
I am really enjoying the Journalology newsletter. It’s the right combination of analysis from James Butcher with pointers to what I may have missed. Many times I may have skimmed a few of the articles he selects to highlight already, but having them in one digest is very helpful.
As a publication manager, this newsletter is a time saver for my team in sharing interesting posts with our journal editors. The focus on editorial topics and the curation of content from someone with James’ experience ensures that our journal editors are staying up to date. Recommended reading from the newsletter often ends up on our agendas with editors.
Journalology is a great compliment to other regular digests and newsletters that help keep me in the know.
Sena Evren
Journal Launch Manager, Frontiers
I highly recommend James Butcher's Journalology newsletter as an essential resource for gaining insights into the ever-evolving realm of academic publishing. Consistently engaging, consistently valuable, and consistently thought-provoking, this newsletter is an absolute necessity for me.
I highly recommend James Butcher's Journalology newsletter as an essential resource for gaining insights into the ever-evolving realm of academic publishing. Consistently engaging, consistently valuable, and consistently thought-provoking, this newsletter is an absolute necessity for me.
It is an informative avenue about various aspects of the scholrly communication ecosystem. As a result, it helps me to keep abreast of the latest develeopments in this area.
It is an informative avenue about various aspects of the scholrly communication ecosystem. As a result, it helps me to keep abreast of the latest develeopments in this area.
Melody Zhang
Journal Publishing Manager, Wiley
Readers like me enjoy reading Journalology because it's written with passion and dedication. This newsletter is an invaluable resource in the industry, delivering a wealth of knowledge and inspiration right to my inbox. Thank you James!
Readers like me enjoy reading Journalology because it's written with passion and dedication. This newsletter is an invaluable resource in the industry, delivering a wealth of knowledge and inspiration right to my inbox. Thank you James!
JS
Jovan Shopovski
Managing editor
Jame's newsletter amazingly summarizes the recent developements in the area of scientific publishing. One should read a lott and have an extensive knowledge to prepare this kind of content on a daily basis. The content is great. Anyhow, if it was a journal article he would have to regularly reveal under the "conflict of interest" section that he mainly work/supported by the corporative publishers :) Cheers
Jame's newsletter amazingly summarizes the recent developements in the area of scientific publishing. One should read a lott and have an extensive knowledge to prepare this kind of content on a daily basis. The content is great. Anyhow, if it was a journal article he would have to regularly reveal under the "conflict of interest" section that he mainly work/supported by the corporative publishers :) Cheers
Stefan Tochev
Chief Executive Officer, MDPI
There are a few weekly newsletters that I look forward to receiving, and Journalogy has become one of them. I rely on it to keep me informed about the latest industry news, and I appreciate the insightful analysis that James provides in the opening section. I appreciate that I can quickly skim through the newsletter or take my time to delve deeper into specific sections. It's clear that James is dedicated to make Journalogy an impactful letter for his readers. If you're working in the publishing industry and haven't subscribed yet, I encourage you to do so.
There are a few weekly newsletters that I look forward to receiving, and Journalogy has become one of them. I rely on it to keep me informed about the latest industry news, and I appreciate the insightful analysis that James provides in the opening section. I appreciate that I can quickly skim through the newsletter or take my time to delve deeper into specific sections. It's clear that James is dedicated to make Journalogy an impactful letter for his readers. If you're working in the publishing industry and haven't subscribed yet, I encourage you to do so.
SJ
Shikha Jain
Senior Content Specialist, Clarivate Analytics
Thank you for bringing us such amazing Journalology newsletters, they are so professionally edited and circulated. I’m a huge fan of Journalology newsletter . I enjoy reading it as it helps me stay up-to-date with the latest trends in scholarly publishing.
Thank you for bringing us such amazing Journalology newsletters, they are so professionally edited and circulated. I’m a huge fan of Journalology newsletter . I enjoy reading it as it helps me stay up-to-date with the latest trends in scholarly publishing.
Claudio Bogazzi
Journal Portfolio Manager, Frontiers Media SA
Starting my Monday morning with Journalology has now become a habit. This newsletter offers a great summary of the main, weekly news in the publishing world and James' insights and reflections are always worth reading.
Starting my Monday morning with Journalology has now become a habit. This newsletter offers a great summary of the main, weekly news in the publishing world and James' insights and reflections are always worth reading.
TG
Tim Geach
Director, Publishing Strategy, Springer Nature
James Butcher's Journalology newsletter is now always at the top of my recommendations for anyone wanting to understand the continually changing academic publishing landscape. Always interesting, always useful, always insightful; a must read for me.
James Butcher's Journalology newsletter is now always at the top of my recommendations for anyone wanting to understand the continually changing academic publishing landscape. Always interesting, always useful, always insightful; a must read for me.
Nathan Masters
Partner Journal Development Manager, Frontiers
Journalology is the best quick source of industry news in publishing. An invaluable source of information whether you're a publisher, editor, or researcher. I can't recommend it highly enough!
Journalology is the best quick source of industry news in publishing. An invaluable source of information whether you're a publisher, editor, or researcher. I can't recommend it highly enough!
Philip Carpenter
Non Executive Director, IOP Publishing
Thorough, objective, authoritative. For those of us who don't work full time in scholarly publishing, Journalology really is invaluable as a means of keeping up to speed with what's happening in the industry. Bravo!
Thorough, objective, authoritative. For those of us who don't work full time in scholarly publishing, Journalology really is invaluable as a means of keeping up to speed with what's happening in the industry. Bravo!
Simon Linacre
Head of Content, Brand & Press at Digital Science
Journalology has quickly become the must-read newsletter in #scicomm - its in-depth analysis of journals and publishers is particularly impressive
Journalology has quickly become the must-read newsletter in #scicomm - its in-depth analysis of journals and publishers is particularly impressive
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Christine Møller
Director / Medical Manuscripts
There’s so much to read these days. The newsletter helps keep me updated.
Andrew Bissette
Senior Editor, Cell Press
Essential reading for anyone in the academic publishing world - and for academics interested in learning more about the nuances of publishing at a time of rapid change. If everyone read Journalology, discussions about the future of the industry would be much more informed and nuanced.
Essential reading for anyone in the academic publishing world - and for academics interested in learning more about the nuances of publishing at a time of rapid change. If everyone read Journalology, discussions about the future of the industry would be much more informed and nuanced.
Tillie Cryer
Senior Managing Editor, Springer Nature
This newsletter is fantastic for anyone with a connection to and interest in academic publishing, regardless of where you are in your career. I haven't missed reading a newsletter since James launched Journalology and have since encouraged the external Editor-in-Chief I work with to sign up. We both enjoy reading it and regularly reflect on the content in our weekly meetings.
This newsletter is fantastic for anyone with a connection to and interest in academic publishing, regardless of where you are in your career. I haven't missed reading a newsletter since James launched Journalology and have since encouraged the external Editor-in-Chief I work with to sign up. We both enjoy reading it and regularly reflect on the content in our weekly meetings.
Ritu Dhand
Chief Scientific Officer, Springer Nature
There are numerous newsletters out there, yet my weekly copy of Journalology is the one that I always strive to read. I am confident that I will be completely up to date with the latest information, and the commentary provided is consistently insightful. It is an absolute necessity for anyone involved in the STM publishing industry.
There are numerous newsletters out there, yet my weekly copy of Journalology is the one that I always strive to read. I am confident that I will be completely up to date with the latest information, and the commentary provided is consistently insightful. It is an absolute necessity for anyone involved in the STM publishing industry.
Dean Sanderson
Chief Strategy Officer, AIP Publishing
I never have to worry about missing an issue of Journalology - because if I don't happen to see it in my inbox, one of my colleagues will invariably forward it to me and say: Did you see this? It's essential reading from one of our community's deepest and most original thinkers.
I never have to worry about missing an issue of Journalology - because if I don't happen to see it in my inbox, one of my colleagues will invariably forward it to me and say: Did you see this? It's essential reading from one of our community's deepest and most original thinkers.
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jonathan w friedberg
Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Clinical Oncology
Outstanding and timely content with just the right amount of interpretation. Extremely helpful to understand broad landscape of medical publishing during these transformative times.
Outstanding and timely content with just the right amount of interpretation. Extremely helpful to understand broad landscape of medical publishing during these transformative times.
Pooja Aggarwal
Bloomsbury Publishing
I really enjoy reading Journaology as it provides a good overview of what is going on in the journals world right now and also because I trust James to give an objective and fair representation of views.
I think anyone who works in scholarly publishing would benefit from reading the newsletter even if they don't directly work on journals.
The world is changing as is the way people access and read information, therefore, it is good to understand what that means and how to relates to your part of the publishing business.
Even though I think the newsletter does a good job at keeping me up to date, I would love to see more about scholarly publishing in the humanities and social sciences and how big broad changes in policy, funding, business models and partnerships affects this side of research.
I really enjoy reading Journaology as it provides a good overview of what is going on in the journals world right now and also because I trust James to give an objective and fair representation of views.
I think anyone who works in scholarly publishing would benefit from reading the newsletter even if they don't directly work on journals.
The world is changing as is the way people access and read information, therefore, it is good to understand what that means and how to relates to your part of the publishing business.
Even though I think the newsletter does a good job at keeping me up to date, I would love to see more about scholarly publishing in the humanities and social sciences and how big broad changes in policy, funding, business models and partnerships affects this side of research.
Rafal Marszalek
Chief Editor, Scientific Reports
Keeping up with the latest in the scientific publishing is no small feat: from changes to business landscape to research on peer review, and anything in between. Journalology newsletter fills therefore an important gap and comes with valuable commentary of someone who understands both the editorial nuances and publishing realities. It has something for every professional working in this field, and will sometimes also surprise you with a good quote (there are a lot of very quotable people among editors apparently; Richard Smith's quote from Journalology #3 is my favourite - you should go and check it out).
Keeping up with the latest in the scientific publishing is no small feat: from changes to business landscape to research on peer review, and anything in between. Journalology newsletter fills therefore an important gap and comes with valuable commentary of someone who understands both the editorial nuances and publishing realities. It has something for every professional working in this field, and will sometimes also surprise you with a good quote (there are a lot of very quotable people among editors apparently; Richard Smith's quote from Journalology #3 is my favourite - you should go and check it out).
Violeta Ribarska
Head of Partner Publishing and Engagement
Despite struggling slightly to pronounce its name, I've quickly become a big fan of Journalology. The newsletter offers a great recap of news from the industry and James's insights give a good level of background context. I often share the latest issues with publishing friends. Keep up to good work!
Despite struggling slightly to pronounce its name, I've quickly become a big fan of Journalology. The newsletter offers a great recap of news from the industry and James's insights give a good level of background context. I often share the latest issues with publishing friends. Keep up to good work!
Luke Schwerdtfeger
Research Fellow, Brigham and Women's Hospital
Journalology is unique in its ability to engage publishers, editors, and academics alike. The newsletter keeps me in the loop on the important things happening in the world of publishing and has been particularly valuable in recent months with major shifts occurring in the open access space. I always look forward to the newsletter and would recommend to anyone with even a minor stake in scholarly publishing.
Journalology is unique in its ability to engage publishers, editors, and academics alike. The newsletter keeps me in the loop on the important things happening in the world of publishing and has been particularly valuable in recent months with major shifts occurring in the open access space. I always look forward to the newsletter and would recommend to anyone with even a minor stake in scholarly publishing.
Andrea Taroni
Director, Submission & Author Services (Springer Nature)
I enjoy reading Journalology as it explores the enduring tension between editorial prerogative and publishing priorities that all publishing professionals must contend with. It's also provides a great wrap-up of weekly news so that I can keep up with industry updates without having to crawl the web. Highly recommended.
I enjoy reading Journalology as it explores the enduring tension between editorial prerogative and publishing priorities that all publishing professionals must contend with. It's also provides a great wrap-up of weekly news so that I can keep up with industry updates without having to crawl the web. Highly recommended.
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Ioannis Tsagakis
Editor at Molecular Oncology and FEBS Open Bio
By signing up for the Journalology newsletter, you can stay up to date with current trends in the publishing world. Whether you have several years of experience or just starting out in publishing, you would greatly benefit from reading the newsletter as you can get pointers on where the challenges lie and what opportunities await as well as which solutions are currently being developed to address issues.
By signing up for the Journalology newsletter, you can stay up to date with current trends in the publishing world. Whether you have several years of experience or just starting out in publishing, you would greatly benefit from reading the newsletter as you can get pointers on where the challenges lie and what opportunities await as well as which solutions are currently being developed to address issues.
Sophia Anderton
Chief Executive BJU International
I always enjoy reading Journalology. It's a good mix of the latest news in scholarly publishing, often from channels I wouldn't normally come across, and a more in-depth analysis of a particular timely topic. I have recommended it to colleauges and our editors - a great resource for everyone in scholarly publishing.
I always enjoy reading Journalology. It's a good mix of the latest news in scholarly publishing, often from channels I wouldn't normally come across, and a more in-depth analysis of a particular timely topic. I have recommended it to colleauges and our editors - a great resource for everyone in scholarly publishing.
Diana Romero
Chief Editor, Nature Reviews Clinical Oncology
You probably receive many newsletters regularly but Journalology is unlike any other. Every week, I find well-curated and balanced information about scientific publishing that only an expert could have put together. The level of insight is remarkable, I highly recommend that you give Journalology a try.
You probably receive many newsletters regularly but Journalology is unlike any other. Every week, I find well-curated and balanced information about scientific publishing that only an expert could have put together. The level of insight is remarkable, I highly recommend that you give Journalology a try.
MR
Minhaj Rais
Cactus Communications
The Journalology newsletter is highly engaging, informative, and action oriented to say the least. In fact, I find their positioning statement, “a newsletter for journal editors” to be a bit restrictive. The accurate and incisive contents of this newsletter are useful for audiences much beyond journal editors and help you remain abreast of stuff that matters to journals and journal editors. You're missing out if you aren't a subscriber already. Highly recommended!
The Journalology newsletter is highly engaging, informative, and action oriented to say the least. In fact, I find their positioning statement, “a newsletter for journal editors” to be a bit restrictive. The accurate and incisive contents of this newsletter are useful for audiences much beyond journal editors and help you remain abreast of stuff that matters to journals and journal editors. You're missing out if you aren't a subscriber already. Highly recommended!
PC
Prabha Choubina
Publications Director, The Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health
I look forward to the newsletter every week. So much so that the odd times when the newsletter hasn't come through because James is on holiday or at a conference etc, I have emailed him to ask why I haven't received it!!
It is a very useful resource for anyone working in scholarly publications and specially for those responsible for the management and strategy of publications. It gives a snapshot and useful insights on all important developments in the field. It is so handy to have all info in one place! I wish James very best.
I look forward to the newsletter every week. So much so that the odd times when the newsletter hasn't come through because James is on holiday or at a conference etc, I have emailed him to ask why I haven't received it!!
It is a very useful resource for anyone working in scholarly publications and specially for those responsible for the management and strategy of publications. It gives a snapshot and useful insights on all important developments in the field. It is so handy to have all info in one place! I wish James very best.
Tiffany McKerahan
Manager, Author Engagement & Support, IEEE
The Journalology newsletter is my secret weapon for keeping up with what's happening in the scholarly publishing industry. It offers a broad and deep view of the latest news and developments, peppered with insightful and thought-provoking commentary along the way. It is one of the few newsletters that I consistently read from top to bottom every time.
The Journalology newsletter is my secret weapon for keeping up with what's happening in the scholarly publishing industry. It offers a broad and deep view of the latest news and developments, peppered with insightful and thought-provoking commentary along the way. It is one of the few newsletters that I consistently read from top to bottom every time.
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Stephanie Finnegan
Directory, Infrastructure, Security, and Compliance AIP Publishing
I have quickly folded Journalology into my must-read content each week. The news aggregation feature is tremendously helpful, providing up-to-date industry information. I particularly appreciate the abundance of links in each issue, which not only supplement the content but also provide relevant sources and additional information. I highly recommend the Journalology Newsletter to anyone working in scholarly publishing; it serves as a great conversation starter and consistently delivers relevant insights into industry challenges and successes. This is a terrific resource for anyone in the STM Publishing field who is looking to stay informed, spark meaningful conversations, and navigate the ever-evolving landscape of scholarly publishing with confidence.
I have quickly folded Journalology into my must-read content each week. The news aggregation feature is tremendously helpful, providing up-to-date industry information. I particularly appreciate the abundance of links in each issue, which not only supplement the content but also provide relevant sources and additional information. I highly recommend the Journalology Newsletter to anyone working in scholarly publishing; it serves as a great conversation starter and consistently delivers relevant insights into industry challenges and successes. This is a terrific resource for anyone in the STM Publishing field who is looking to stay informed, spark meaningful conversations, and navigate the ever-evolving landscape of scholarly publishing with confidence.
Oliver Cocks
Head of Submissions and Author Services - Springer Nature
I've been subscribed to Journalology since James first started it in 2022. Since then, I can honestly say that not a single week has gone by when I havent found the collated news shared by James useful. It always provides a concise, well curated and time efficient way to keep up to date on current news and developments. James' witty comments and insight make each newsletter an entertaining and articulate read.
I've been subscribed to Journalology since James first started it in 2022. Since then, I can honestly say that not a single week has gone by when I havent found the collated news shared by James useful. It always provides a concise, well curated and time efficient way to keep up to date on current news and developments. James' witty comments and insight make each newsletter an entertaining and articulate read.
Shalini Garg
elsevier
As a new editor, I felt there was a need to know more about the ecosystem and given the workload that we have, it is impossible to browse through the publishing websites and stay up to date. While I was struggling to understand nuances of the industry, James launched this newsletter and to my surprise, it was a wealth of knowledge for newbies like me. It is interesting to also hear James' perspective on the stories and events, given his rich experience in the industry and various roles. I am sure all editors, enjoy his newsletter packed with news, trends, historical context and contemporary significance packed with a pinch of humor.
As a new editor, I felt there was a need to know more about the ecosystem and given the workload that we have, it is impossible to browse through the publishing websites and stay up to date. While I was struggling to understand nuances of the industry, James launched this newsletter and to my surprise, it was a wealth of knowledge for newbies like me. It is interesting to also hear James' perspective on the stories and events, given his rich experience in the industry and various roles. I am sure all editors, enjoy his newsletter packed with news, trends, historical context and contemporary significance packed with a pinch of humor.
Alison Mitchell
Chief of Staff, Digital Science
I look forward to each week's issue of the Journalology newsletter -- it's thought provoking and entertaining, and does a great job in surfacing new developments, interesting viewpoints and hidden nuggets.
I look forward to each week's issue of the Journalology newsletter -- it's thought provoking and entertaining, and does a great job in surfacing new developments, interesting viewpoints and hidden nuggets.
RH
Robert Henkel
Senior Director of Publishing, American Society of Nephrology
With all the goings on in STM publishing these days, it is unquestionably tough to keep up. Thankfully, Journalology exists and enables us stay aware and informed. Journalology is my must read, and should be yours too. Many thanks, James for your work.
With all the goings on in STM publishing these days, it is unquestionably tough to keep up. Thankfully, Journalology exists and enables us stay aware and informed. Journalology is my must read, and should be yours too. Many thanks, James for your work.