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Predatory Publishing

This guide was created to help researchers to be aware of predatory publishers.

Introduction

Predatory books and chapters are works published by entities that prioritize profit over scholarly integrity. These publishers often engage in deceptive practices, such as lacking rigorous peer review, providing minimal editorial oversight, and employing aggressive solicitation tactics. Their primary goal is financial gain rather than contributing to academic discourse.

Resources

These resources focus on evaluating the quality and legitimacy of book publishers and chapter submissions.

  1. Think. Check. Submit. for Books

    • Description: An extension of the Think. Check. Submit. checklist designed for book authors.
    • Use: Helps assess the credibility of book publishers and chapter opportunities.
    • Access: Think. Check. Submit. for Books

  2. Directory of Open Access Books (DOAB)

    • Description: A directory of high-quality, peer-reviewed open-access books.
    • Use: Identify credible book publishers and validate book quality.
    • Access: Directory of Open Access Books

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