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About the press

The University of Utah Press is a scholarly publisher affiliated with the University of Utah, established in 1949. From its founding, the press has been dedicated to advancing knowledge through the publication of rigorous, peer-reviewed scholarship, with a particular emphasis on the American West, Native American and Indigenous studies, archaeology, anthropology, environmental history, and creative works that reflect the region's cultural complexity. Its core mission is to serve the university, the state, and the wider academic community by producing books that contribute to scholarly discourse and preserve diverse voices, rather than pursuing commercial trends.

Publishing focus

The University of Utah Press is an agency of the J. Willard Marriott Library of the University of Utah. In accordance with the mission of the University, the Press publishes and disseminates scholarly books in selected fields, as well as other printed and recorded materials of significance to Utah, the region, the country, and the world. The U of U Press is regarded for its anthropology, archaeology, Mormon studies, western history, and regional studies titles. The Press also awards prizes in poetry, anthropology of the American West, and environmental and American western history.

PoetryCreative NonfictionMemoirPoetry Collections

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Manuscript submissions

Reading periodJan 1 to Dec 31
Reading feeNo
Simultaneous submissionsYes
Unsolicited submissionsYes

Before submitting, review the press's catalog and submission guidelines to ensure your manuscript aligns with its stated subject areas—particularly Western history, Native American studies, archaeology, and environmental topics. The press expects a well-researched proposal that includes an overview, table of contents, sample chapters, and a clear articulation of the work's scholarly contribution. Simultaneous submissions are generally discouraged; query first if unsure. Given its academic focus, authors should be prepared for a rigorous peer-review process and should not expect rapid turnaround. Creative works are considered selectively, so a strong rationale for fit is essential.

We usually only publish poetry through our Agha Shahid Ali Prize in Poetry. Read more about it at www.uofupress.com/ali-poetry-prize.php .

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