As we celebrate 12 incredible years of publishing, we want to thank everyone who has supported us—our authors, readers, editors, and collaborators. It’s been an inspiring journey filled with challenges, growth, and a shared passion for advancing knowledge in applied linguistics, language teaching, and communication.

To mark this special occasion, here are 12 reflections and milestones that capture our journey, values, and vision for the future:

1. A Clear Mission, Then and Now
   Since our founding in 2012, we’ve been committed to exploring the intersections between research and practice in applied linguistics, language education, and communication. Our mission remains to inspire educators and researchers to enhance their practice, scholarship, and teaching.
2. Publishing Accessible, Timely eBooks
   We take pride in publishing ebooks that are both accessible and impactful. By offering digital formats, we ensure that knowledge reaches global audiences quickly and affordably.
3. Supporting Authors at Every Stage
   From seasoned researchers to first-time writers, we provide the tools and guidance authors need to share their ideas in an engaging and professional way. Our Life and Education in Japan series supports educators based in Japan in many aspects of their lives.
4. Expanding Our Series Portfolio
   With seven specialized series, we cater to diverse interests:
   • Autonomous Language Learning
   • Communicating Risk in Systems, Communities, Organisations, and Professions
   • Generative AI and Foreign Language Education
   • Leadership in Language Education
   • Life and Education in Japan
   • Positive Pedagogical Praxis
   • Teaching English to Young Learners
5. Exploring Timely Topics
   We are proud to embrace emerging fields like Generative AI in Language Education and Leadership in Language Education, with more titles coming in 2025 under the visionary series editors.
6. Open-Access Opportunities
   This year, we launched a dedicated open-access program to help researchers publish their findings. Learn more about our open-access options here.
7. Celebrating Milestones in Our Catalogue
   We’re excited to announce two upcoming releases in English: The Big Beasts of English Grammar: An Exploration of Form and Function in Conversations by Christian Jones and Graham Burton (December 5, 2024), and Students’ Narrative Journeys in Learning Communities: Mapping Landscapes of Practice by Daniel Hooper (January 2025), and our first book in Japanese: リーダーフルな授業実践による協働型リーダーシップ：みんながリーダー! [Collaborative Leadership Through Leaderful Classroom Practices: Everybody is a Leader]​ (Author: Soyhan Egitim; Editor: Miho Tomita) (December 2024).
8. Championing Positive Pedagogies
   Through our Positive Pedagogical Praxis series, we promote frameworks that inspire educators to foster growth and positivity in their teaching practices.
9. Bridging Research and Practice
   Our books reflect our commitment to facilitating connections between theory and application, ensuring educators and researchers alike can benefit from actionable insights.
10. Fostering Global Connections
    Over the years, we’ve built a vibrant, international community of readers and contributors, united by a shared dedication to improving language education.
11. Looking Ahead: New Partnerships
    Following the positive experiences of partnering with teacher association special interest groups, we are keen to partner with more international organizations.  
12. Gratitude and Inspiration
    Finally, we are immensely grateful to the authors, editors, and readers who have shaped our journey. Your support fuels our passion and drives our vision for the future.​

As we celebrate this milestone, we’re reminded of the many ways publishing can inspire, connect, and elevate our global community. Thank you for being part of our story.

Here’s to many more years of impactful publishing!

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• ​Autonomy-Supportive Leadership: Empowering Student Leaders for intrinsically motivated learning communities ​

​Presenter: Satoko Watkins (co-author of: From Student to Community Leader: A Guide for Autonomy-Supportive Leadership Development) 

• Collaborative Leadership Through Leaderful Classroom Practices: Everybody is a Leader

Presenter: Soyhan Egitim (author of: Collaborative Leadership Through Leaderful Classroom Practices: Everybody is a Leader) 

• Barrier-Free Instruction in Japan: Recommendations for Teachers at All Levels of Schooling

Presenters: Alexandra Burke and Davey Young (co-editors of: Barrier-Free Instruction in Japan: Recommendations for Teachers at All Levels of Schooling) 

We are excited to announce that Dr. Anne McLellan Howard has joined the editorial team as the new series editor for our "Life and Education in Japan" series. Dr. McLellan Howard brings over 25 years of teaching experience in Japan, with a strong focus on teacher training, particularly in under-resourced classrooms. Her research interests span evaluation in academic discourse, language policy in Japan, and the challenges of teaching in a variety of contexts.

Dr. Howard is currently a professor at Miyazaki International University and also plays a pivotal role in supporting teachers internationally through her professional development workshops in Bangladesh. In addition to her academic work, she serves as chair of JALT’s Research Ethics Committee, ensuring ethical rigor in educational research in Japan.
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Our "Life and Education in Japan" series continues to be a crucial resource for educators and expatriates navigating academic and professional life in Japan. Dr. Howard, alongside our long-standing editor Dr. Melodie Cook, will lead the series with a renewed focus on key themes including language education, academic challenges, and the unique experiences of living and working in Japan.
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We are thrilled to have Dr. Howard's expertise guiding the series and look forward to the valuable contributions she will make to our ongoing work.

Read more about the Life and Education in Japan series: https://www.candlinandmynard.com/japan.html