Whilst Open Access to research articles is now well-established, the move to make monographs publicly available is taking longer. Monographs come with different challenges relating to image rights and the costs of publishing longform research, but an increasing number of monographs are being made openly available. Open monographs are included in the Plan S principles, backed by many funders, and are a major part of the current UKRI Open Access review. This conversation will include talks from both researcher and publisher perspectives and plenty of time for discussion and questions. Speakers will include:

• John Moreland, Department of Archaeology
• Kate Petherbridge, White Rose University Press

This event is part of a series of Open Research Conversations facilitated by The University of Sheffield Library, which include talks from researchers and other experts to share their experiences, promote best practices and discuss the challenges they are facing. Have a look at our other events and sign up here.