Top 10 Web of Science Book Publishers
Fair and unbiased weight-based scores quantify and qualify ranking of the best book publishers. Publish publishers were scored on eight key factors: academic reputation (which factored most heavily), volume of publications, scholarly impact, subject area or disciplinary expertise, royalty arrangements, international marketing and distribution, author relations, and editorial care. The assembled data originated from academic databases (Scopus, Web of Science, JSTOR, Google Scholar), global library catalogs (WorldCat, Library of Congress), publisher catalogs, university reading lists and academic awards i.e. PROSE Awards. More than 50 publishers were first evaluated, with each criterium ranked from 1 to 10. The final top 10 rank is based on the highest composite score.
As a world-leading publisher of academic content, Springer Nature holds the strongest position in terms of influence, citation, and coverage in both journal and research publication. An essential reference tool for every department or for individual specialists and generalists the world over as a leading book publisher in the natural and medical sciences, and professional publishing as well as of reference works, Springer provides scholarly books, series, reference works, and journals in the science, technology, and medicine (STM) sector. Its brands include Springer, Palgrave Macmillan and the Nature Publishing Group, which offer digital and print publishing and are often library-targeted with a high level of editor competence and good author service. The publisher’s global cooperation and hybrid open access model allow it to host not only original contributions, but also to copy and promote articles published by other publishers.
A major player in scientific and technical publishing, the Elsevier brand is strong due to a combination of influence in STEM, and a strong citation footprint in Web of Science. Though best known for its journal portfolio, Elsevier’s academic books and reference works, especially in medicine, life sciences and engineering, are heavily used in research and teaching. The publisher’s editorial board may or may not agree with the views expressed in the material. Elsevier’s book publishing program also features extensive coverage of products and services, a seasonal update on new titles, and information on our newest product developments.
Taylor & Francis, which offers a number of academic imprints, including Routledge and CRC Press, is among the world’s leading publishers in the humanities, social sciences and applied sciences. Routledge is widely regarded as a leading international publisher in the humanities and social sciences and publishes a wide range of groundbreaking books in education, politics, sociology, and area studies that have a reputation for pushing the boundaries of these fields. Quality editorial support, rapid decision-making and timely publication are key aspects of the publisher’s value proposition to the research community, enabling it to provide the best possible service to its authors and readers.
Oxford University Press (OUP) is the oldest university press in the world, and the second-oldest university press in the United States. Its books are usually found in universities reading lists and libraries, as well as in the offices of archivists, curators, staff, and volunteers working in museums and other workplaces. One of the world’s leading publishers of scholarly journals and an international leader, OUP makes the highest quality research available to the widest possible audience.
Cambridge University Press (CUP), an imprint of Cambridge University, is a landmark publisher of academic works of reference, such as dictionaries and encyclopaedias, as well as academic journals, with a global reach in scientific, technical, and medical publishing. CUP titles are highly indexed in Web of Science, and the press is recognised as an incubator for high quality monographs, textbooks, and research books by many of academia’s most perfect scholars. Its dedication to peer-reviewed content and academic excellence is evident in its support for a wide range of content and scholarly awards and in its ongoing expansion of the academic content it offers.
Wiley-Blackwell earns this ranking for its wide variety of academic coverage and high-impact publishing. The publisher has a strong presence among the Web of Science citations, especially in interdisciplinary reference works and professional handbooks. Its editorial principles are based on responsible publication, global cooperation and author rights. Wiley’s flexible publishing program- supported by digital fulfilment developed by itself, its vendors, and others- ensures that customers and prospects have access to Wiley’s books.
Books published by Brill Publishers are frequently referenced in the Web of Science in various topical areas, such as Middle Eastern studies, religious studies, and classical studies. Editorial quality is supported by a highly selective approach to manuscript acquisition, a strong sense of partnership with other academic societies, and a commitment to publish new and strengthened series. The press may be less prolific, but its output has been distinguished by its depth, accuracy and cultural importance.
De Gruyter combines traditional publishing practices with innovative approaches in the publishing of academic books and is among the pioneers of open access. Its strong points are in the fields of the humanities, law, linguistics, and theology as well as many of its titles are listed in the Web of Science and are found in international academic libraries. Its stringent peer-review process, open science policy, and collaborations with universities increase its impact factor. Multilingual publishing at De Gruyter In both diversity and academic standard, De Gruyter’s range of authors is unparalleled.
SAGE is a global leader in social and behavioural science publishing. Its academic books in the fields of education, communication, psychology, and public policy are well-established in higher education and often cross-cited in the Web of Science. The series particularly emphasizes the publications that cross subfield boundaries and is dedicated to an eclectic and innovative publishing program, not restricted to any particular specialist area within the field. The publisher funds editorial mentorship, visibility for authors, and innovative distribution models that build the academic footprint of its journals.
Edward Elgar Publishing appears in the top ten for its focused yet impactful publications in law, economics and public policy. It has been recognized by its publication of titles from respected thinkers and policy scholars as well as books that are indexed in Web of Science and cited in global research. The publisher has high quality standards on editorial side, high speed on academical peer-review process and such strong subject authority in new fields (like climate governance, sustainable development and intellectual property law.
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