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George Orwell's 1984 in 2019 - the 70th anniversary

Posted by Megan Taylor on 2019-06-07

The 8th June marks the 70 th anniversary of George Orwell’s classic speculative-fiction novel, 1984 . Most of us know the story; of the repressed protagonist, Winston, covertly facing off against the totalitarian state and the terrifying Big Brother himself – but in 1949, the novel inspired fear in the hearts of its readers for arguably very different reasons than today. People [...]

2019 - The year so far

Posted by Megan Taylor on 2019-05-30

As we’re about to step into the halfway point of 2019, we thought we’d take a look back on everything that’s happened for us so far this year. We’ve had a very exciting last six months – from launching our brand new academic journal , to the release of the newest addition to the Grist anthologies, there’s plenty to look back on: and plenty more to come! In January we [...]

Our Top 2019 Northern Literature Festivals

Posted by Megan Taylor on 2019-05-22

Every year, across the country we celebrate our love of literature at literature festivals big and small. So what better way to enjoy the English summer than by relaxing in the sun with an old favourite, or plunging into a world of reading and literature at an event near you. Theakston Old Peculiar Crime Writing Festival Harrogate – 18 – 21 July Every year, this award-winning [...]

Call for Papers – Journal of Performance Magic – Volume Six

Posted by Megan Taylor on 2019-04-30

The Journal of Performance Magic is now open for submissions – read the call for papers below to find out information on how to submit and the peer-review process.The Journal of Performance Magic is an annual, peer-reviewed online publication from The University of Huddersfield Press. (ISSN 2051-6037)The Journal focuses on a multidisciplinary and contemporary approach to the field [...]

The Fields journal - the student experience

Posted by Megan Taylor on 2019-04-16

The Fields journal recently published its fifth volume of Huddersfield undergraduate student research in March. One student included in the issue, Theresa Lingg, wrote to us to tell us about her experience of writing and being published in an academic journal. Read what she had to say below: When I was approached and asked whether I wanted to convert my final year dissertation into a [...]

Trouble, the new Grist short fiction collection - launches today!

Posted by Megan Taylor on 2019-03-28

If you seek writing that inspires, motivates and moves you, look no further - the new Grist collection of short prose, Trouble launches today. This year, the anthology is inspired by the theme of ‘protest’, featuring an incredible collection of amazing up-and-coming authors and some of the most innovative voices in contemporary prose. If you’re a lover of fiction, and after the [...]

Call for Papers – Identity Papers: A Journal of British and Irish Studies – April 2019

Posted by Megan Taylor on 2019-03-26

Identity Papers: A Journal of British and Irish Studies , is a peer-reviewed online publication from the University of Huddersfield Press. (ISSN 2058-6205) Identity papers was founded by the University of Huddersfield’s Academy for British and Irish studies, and sets out to connect with readers and academics across all disciplines – both within and external to the university sector. The [...]

Huddersfield Literature Festival 2019 - what's on

Posted by Megan Taylor on 2019-03-20

The Huddersfield Literature is back! Join us for ten days of literary fun, with events for all ages hosted in and around Huddersfield. Visit the festival website to book tickets for over forty events, and read on below to find out what some of our highlights are for this year. Grist launch – ‘Trouble’ 28 th march, 5:45 – 6:45 pm at Small Seeds, Huddersfield FREE Join [...]

The new issue of the Fields journal of Huddersfield student research is here!

Posted by Megan Taylor on 2019-03-19

Fields: journal of Huddersfield student research is a peer reviewed journal developed as part of the University of Huddersfield Teaching and Learning strategy to support and showcase the best of our student work in terms of research across all the seven Schools that make up the University of Huddersfield. The Fields journal has just published its first issue in the fifth volume [...]

Academic Book Week Giveaway

Posted by Megan Taylor on 2019-03-04

Welcome to Academic Book Week ! To celebrate some of the amazing academic books we have on offer we will be giving away a copy of each book to three lucky winners; Aaron Cassidy and Aaron Einbond’s, Noise in and as Music , David Taylor’s, Beerhouses, Brothels and Bobbies and Richard Steinitz’, Explosions in November . All you have to do [...]

The Journal of Play in Adulthood - new open access multidisciplinary journal launches this week

Posted by Megan Taylor on 2019-02-26

We are delighted to announce that the Journal of Play in Adulthood is now live and accepting submissions. The first issue of this new open access journal will deliver fascinating discussions on play and playfulness, and the expectations of the behavior of individuals outside of childhood. Below, we hear from the journal’s Editor, Andrew Walsh, and his dedication to highlighting the [...]

Welcome to Rebecca - our new student helper

Posted by Megan Taylor on 2019-01-30

Hi everyone, I’m delighted to be a part of the University press team, working as the new student helper. I’m currently a third year English Literature with Creative Writing student, but as part of the team I’ll be organising social media posts and advertising, and writing blog posts (hopefully better than this one). I’m quite a creative person, so after my studies, I would like to venture into [...]

Fields journal: opportunities for Huddersfield students to get published

Posted by Megan Taylor on 2019-01-29

Are you an undergraduate student who is interested in submitting your work to a professional research journal? Fields: journal of Huddersfield student research is a yearly publication, which showcases outstanding research from all seven schools within the university. Submissions can be in the form of a journal article or even a collection of poetry, music scores, photographs or a case [...]

New issue of the Journal of Performance and Mindfulness

Posted by Megan Taylor on 2019-01-29

The new issue of our popular journal Performance and Mindfulness has arrived! The new issue focuses on the importance of spirituality within dramatic performance and asks for its readers to re-think individual meditation. It considers how meditation and Buddhist practices are important in the execution of the dramatic arts. This issue is a fantastic read for those who are [...]

New Editor for Crime, Security and Society

Posted by Megan Taylor on 2019-01-08

Dr Anna Williams has taken over as the new Editor of Crime, Security and Society. Their latest issue was published in December 2018 . I was delighted to have taken over the Editorship of the Crime, Security and Society journal from Dr Jason Roach earlier this year. I am currently Principal Enterprise Fellow (equivalent to Reader) in Forensic Anthropology and Deputy [...]