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Below is a CFP for an anthology to be published by Zephyrus Scholarly Publishing LLC. For further information, please visit our site at http://www.zephyruspubl.com. Thank you, Lilian H. Zirpolo Academic Non-Affiliation and Its Challenges: A Manual for Adjuncts and Independent Scholars in the Humanities Fulltime tenure-track positions at colleges and universities have diminished considerably in the past few decades and these educational institutions are now employing a large number of adjuncts to teach courses. Work conditions for these individuals are in most cases anything but optimal. Salaries are low and benefits and job security are for the most part non-existent. Due to familial or other professional obligations some individuals might choose to become independent scholars, which also has its challenges, such as limited access to scholarly libraries and other research facilities. Also, there are underlying prejudices that result from non-affiliation that can slow or impede career advancement, especially in the publication and conference arenas. Zephyrus Scholarly Publications LLC is seeking submissions for an upcoming anthology on the topic of adjuncting and independent scholarship in the humanities field. We are particularly interested in personal accounts about overcoming obstacles and achieving success in academia as a non-affiliated scholar. These accounts should highlight specific strategies for getting around the barriers adjuncts and independent scholars often face when teaching, conducting research, participating at conferences, and publishing. The anthology is not intended to serve as a complaint platform, but rather as a source of practical information to be used by adjuncts and independent scholars to better navigate the world of academia and overcome the challenges that might impede the achievement of a successful career. Submissions should be sent to the editor, Lilian H. Zirpolo ([log in to unmask]), via email by November 1st, 2013 and should include a cover letter, 300 word abstract, and CV. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Mail submissions to [log in to unmask] For information about joining ARLIS/NA see: http://www.arlisna.org/join.html Send administrative matters (file requests, subscription requests, etc) to [log in to unmask] ARLIS-L Archives and subscription maintenance: http://lsv.arlisna.org Questions may be addressed to list owner (Judy Dyki) at: [log in to unmask] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~