2025 Library Publishing Forum

The Library Publishing Forum is an annual conference bringing together representatives from libraries engaged in (or considering) publishing initiatives to define and address major questions and challenges; to identify and document collaborative opportunities; and to strengthen and promote this community of practice. The Forum includes representatives from a broad, international spectrum of academic library backgrounds, as well as groups that collaborate with libraries to publish scholarly works, including publishing vendors, university presses, and scholars. The Forum is sponsored by the Library Publishing Coalition, but you do not need to be a member of the LPC to attend.

The 2025 Library Publishing Forum will be a virtual conference, scheduled to take place May 5–8, 2025.

Forum News

January 14, 2025:

DEIA Committee Report on the Library Publishing Forum 2024 Demographic Survey

The development and use of this survey was based on the recommendations found in the Library Publishing Coalition’s (LPC) Roadmap for Anti-Racist Practice. This is a charge carried out by … Continue reading DEIA Committee Report on the Library Publishing Forum 2024 Demographic Survey →

October 24, 2024:

2025 Library Publishing Forum Call For Proposals

The Library Publishing Forum is an annual conference bringing together representatives from libraries engaged in or considering publishing initiatives to define and address major questions and challenges; to identify and document collaborative opportunities; and to strengthen … Continue reading 2025 Library Publishing Forum Call For Proposals →

September 20, 2024:

Reporting out on the finances of the 2024 Library Publishing Forum

This is the third of three planned report-outs on this year’s Library Publishing Forum. The other two were on our COVID policy and on the closing plenary discussion. Check them … Continue reading Reporting out on the finances of the 2024 Library Publishing Forum →

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Keynote Speaker

Please check back later for information about keynotes.

Code of Conduct

All participation in the Library Publishing Forum is subject to the Library Publishing Coalition’s Code of Conduct.

Sponsor Information

Sponsors of the Library Publishing Forum demonstrate their commitment to the emerging community of library publishers, including their many affiliates and partners. By becoming a sponsor, you will reach a highly influential, international audience of potential new partners and clients. Sponsorship dollars fund the costs associated with hosting this conference (venue, catering, reception).

More information about sponsorship opportunities is now available on the Sponsorship Opportunities page.

Committees

Program Committee

Corinne Guimont, Virginia Tech (chair)
Elizabeth Bedford, University of Washington
Jennifer Coronado, Butler University (PALNI)
Loftan Hooker, Virginia Commonwealth University
Ryan Otto, Kansas State University
Jessica Thorlakson, University of Alberta
Erin Jerome (Board liaison)

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Committee

Amanda Karby, California Digital Library
Shannon Kipphut-Smith, Rice University
Jules Luck, Penn State University
Courtney Shareef, University of Louisville
Kate Sheridan, University of Minnesota
Angel Peterson (Board DEI Officer)

Forum Scholarships Committee

Jordan Pedersen, University of Guelph (chair)
Jason Boczar, University of South Florida
Laureen Boutang, University of Minnesota
Katie Cuyler, University of Alberta
Joshua Neds-Fox, Wayne State University
Sarah Frankel (Board liaison)