"The book is a quick read, offering clear and concise commentary for those needing an introduction to publishing. It is also well documented, so those needing more detail can find materials to support their quest; an index serves as an easy reference. This book is a natural for those wishing to understand the book trade, for example librarians, press directors, those serving on press boards, and those who supervise university and commercial presses." -- D.E. Williams, emeritus, University of Akron, CHOICE "Professor Greco's body of work about publishing industry is nothing short of remarkable. He is the author or editor of 16 scholarly books and 10 professional books as well serving on the editorial on the editorial board of three scholarly journals. The Business of Scholarly Publishing is a superb addition to an already remarkable career as an academic and author and a "must-read" for everyone in the leadership of scholarly publishing or with aspirations to join these ranks.

" -- David M. Hetherington, Publishing Research Quarterly "Albert Greco gives an authoritative view of the business strategies employed by academic publishers across a period of growth and technological change. His illuminating study examines the challenges presented by open access publishing and sharing platforms, and how scholarly publishing is evolving to survive."--Angus Phillips, Director of the Oxford International Centre for Publishing "Professor Greco has again demonstrated that he is the leading authority, if not doyen, for economics of scholarly publishing. He has judiciously marshalled a vast amount of data, current controversies, and successes pertaining to the scholarly publishing ecosystem. His command of this field is unparalleled, further making this book a must-read. Greco's insights and deeply rich understanding of nuances of academic life and publishing offer the interested nonprofessional and specialist a useful big-picture of the North American English language publishing world."--Jean-Pierre V.

M. Hérubel, Professor, Purdue University Libraries and School of Information "As Greco so rightly says, 'scholarly publishing is a business; it is not a social service.' While it is a discrete area of publishing, run by specialists, it has a huge significance within debates about intellectual property and the future international knowledge-economy. Meticulously researched and elegantly written, Greco offers a sound blend of fascinating precedent, current practice, future predictions - and practical guidance. This will be of immense value to academics, publishers, and academic librarians."--Alison Baverstock, Professor, Kingston University "From title page to last page, Albert Greco reminds us again that scholarly publishing is a business and will have a hard time surviving if its participants-from authors to administrators to librarians to publishing professionals in both the nonprofit and for-profit sectors-do not recognize that simple fact. Along the way he provides clear, concise explanations of contracts and copyrights that will benefit newcomers and refresh the memories of even seasoned publishers."--Alex Holzman, President of Alex Publishing Solutions and former Director of Temple University Press.