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23/05/2026

If you are at the JALT PanSIG conference this weekend at Chukyo University, Nagoya, look out for some of our authors sharing some insights from their forthcoming book, Cultivating Confidence in L2 Writing: Communicative and Peer Review Practices at the JALT CUE SIG Forum: Cultivating Confidence Through Community

May 24, 2026, 1:20 PM
Building 6-604

The edited volume will be released shortly. Details here: https://www.candlinandmynard.com/cultivatingconfidence.html

15/05/2026

Launch Day!

Today we are delighted to publish Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn: Lessons for Language Educators by Andy Curtis.

https://www.candlinandmynard.com/learningtolead.html

This thoughtful and engaging book brings together leadership research from healthcare, higher education, and non-profit organisations, while also sharing powerful personal stories and reflections. It is reflective, honest, practical, and deeply human.

Perfect for current and aspiring leaders in language education — and anyone interested in leadership, identity, and professional growth.

Available now in print and ebook formats. (10% discount flyer attached if you purchase the ebook from our PayHip Store)

30/04/2026

We’re delighted to share the publication of Language Learner Autonomy: A Practical Guide by David Little.

This new title brings together over four decades of research and classroom experience to offer a clear, practical introduction to learner autonomy—what it means, why it matters, and how it can be implemented in real classrooms. The book highlights the importance of dialogue, reflection, collaboration, and meaningful use of the target language in supporting learners to take ownership of their learning.

Each chapter is also accompanied by short videos, making the book an ideal resource for teachers, teacher educators, and anyone interested in learner-centred approaches.

Find out more and access the videos here:
http://www.candlinandmynard.com/lla

31/03/2026

Getting ready to publish: Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn by Andy Curtis

https://www.candlinandmynard.com/learningtolead.html

This forthcoming book is based on extensive reviews of leadership research in healthcare, higher education, and the non-profit sector. The author collates decades of scholarship into clear, accessible insights that language educators can apply meaningfully to their own contexts. Curtis' perspectives are complemented by deeply personal narrative vignettes that bring leadership dilemmas, ethical tensions, and professional turning points vividly to life.

18/02/2026

Launch day!
Congratulations to the authors!

11/02/2026

Coming soon!

10/01/2026

It is with deep sadness that we honour the life and work of Lienhard Legenhausen, a scholar, mentor, colleague, and friend whose influence on learner autonomy has been profound and enduring. Please see Jo's blog post for more about his contributions to our community.

https://www.candlinandmynard.com/jos-blog/honouring-lienhard-legenhausen

03/01/2026

Please follow the link for the Candlin & Mynard New Year Bulletin (2026) for some updates, details of this year's book releases, information about forthcoming titles, and some ways you can help support independent publishing.

Thanks for all your support this past year.

https://www.candlinandmynard.com/2026bulletin.html

28/12/2025

Closing soon: Call for chapter proposals

Peer Review and Communicative L2 Writing Practices
Editors: Ashton E. Dawes & Kathryn Jurns
Deadline: January 31, 2026
More details and submission: www.cultivatingconfidencebook.com
Contact the editors directly with any questions

The editors are inviting proposals (100-200 words) along with sample material for a forthcoming collection of innovative peer-review and communicative practices in L2 writing classrooms. The book will share second-language writing classroom practices that integrate communication to help address challenges, such as the isolating nature of writing tasks. It will introduce innovative peer review practices and tools to foster a communicative environment, benefiting both experienced and new teachers. By integrating these activities, writing teachers can help students build confidence as language learners and authors while engaging more deeply with the writing process and enhancing their overall language skills.

https://www.candlinandmynard.com/calls.html

The call is open for chapter proposals: Cultivating Confidence in second language writing. This book aims to incorporate communication into L2 academic writing classrooms, addressing challenges such as the isolating nature of writing tasks. It offers innovative peer review practices and tools to fos...

20/12/2025

Published today!