Academic book publishing is a fraught process. Crafting and pitching a book proposal takes time, and it takes even longer for that proposal to be (hopefully) accepted. But how do we decide which book publisher to approach? What factors should we consider in choosing a publisher? And what do we need to negotiate in a book contract?  First, some things to consider in choosing a book publisher: Prestige: like it or not, prestige has to factor in to the choice of book publisher. Which publishing house is well-respected in your field? What publication will support your career progression and promotion? Impact: Which publisher is likely to have the most impact…