ABC News feature for Civil War Samurai
We’re proud to have our author Natalia Doan and her latest book featured in international news 🌍 A recent WJLA report highlights her book Civil War Samurai, a remarkable story of Tateishi Onojirō — a 17-year-old samurai who captured the American imagination during Japan’s first diplomatic mission to the United States in 1860. Nicknamed “Tommy,” […]
Environmental History Week 2026
All week long, we spotlighted books and series that explore how human history and the natural world are deeply intertwined. 🌎 🌱 Environmental history explores how humans and nature have shaped each other over time — from ecosystems to empires. At Leiden University Press, this field comes alive through interdisciplinary research connecting history, ecology, and […]
Book series: creating intellectual continuity and visibility
A strong academic series builds a field. Leiden University Press publishes internationally recognised book series that support long-term scholarly dialogue and disciplinary development. Our series bring together leading scholars, emerging voices, and innovative research agendas — creating intellectual continuity and visibility. If you are interested in proposing a new volume within our established series such […]
Call for Proposals
Behind every book is a community of scholars, editors, reviewers, and research networks. At Leiden University Press, we work closely with our authors throughout the publishing journey — from proposal to peer review, production, and global distribution. We are proud to collaborate with researchers worldwide. Interested in publishing with us? We welcome proposals in the […]
Kyoto University book launch
Join us for a thought-provoking hybrid event by Kyoto University, bringing together scholars and participants to explore Global Knowledge Production about China. 📖 The lecture will be given by our writer Julie Yu-Wen Chen and accompanies her recently published book Global Knowledge Production about China. 🗓 Don’t miss out—be part of this important exchange of […]
Discover our OA titles
Open Access is central to the future of academic publishing! 📚 Leiden University Press actively supports sustainable Open Access models to ensure that research is accessible to readers worldwide — from established institutions to emerging scholars and policymakers. We believe: Knowledge should not be limited by geography or resources. By expanding Open Access publishing, we […]
VDLG Studiedag
Religieuze teksten en rituelen onderzoeken in de klas: Een religiewetenschappelijke vakmethodiek werd deze week officieel gelanceerd tijdens Studiedag VDLG 2026. We waren blij om tijdens dit belangrijke evenement in contact te komen met docenten en curriculumspecialisten. Dit boek presenteert een religiewetenschappelijke en onderzoekende vakmethodiek voor onderwijs over religieuze tradities, geïnspireerd door de onderwijspraktijk in Scandinavië […]
London Book Fair 2026!
We’re excited to be at London Book Fair, which is now in full swing! 📚 Our LUP team is enjoying the vibrant atmosphere, meeting colleagues from across the publishing world, and discussing new ideas, collaborations, and books. If you’re attending, come say hello- we’d love to connect!