Rowman & Littlefield, now a part of Bloomsbury, publishes critically-acclaimed books in most nonfiction genres. Our imprints include Rowman & Littlefield, Brookings Institution Press, Backbeat Books, Applause Books, and more.
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May 01 2025
Nonfiction (Adult)
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Thank you for your interest in Rowman & Littlefield, Brookings Institution Press, Backbeat Books, and Applause Books titles.
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Rowman & Littlefield
Rowman & Littlefield, now a part of Bloomsbury, publishes critically-acclaimed books in most nonfiction genres. Our imprints include Rowman & Littlefield, Brookings Institution Press, Backbeat Books, Applause Books, and more.
