Östlings

Östlings is a Swedish publisher of academic and general-interest books. Based in Copenhagen, Denmark, the company operates as part of the LIBER bookhouse, a group of Nordic publishing companies that share management and resources.

Founded in 1997 by Marianne Jørgensen, Professor Helge Jordavis and others, Östlings has since become a significant player in the Scandinavian publishing landscape. Its primary focus is on producing high-quality academic works, particularly in the fields of humanities and social sciences. These books are often written or edited by prominent scholars from across the Nordic region.

Östlings has also ventured into publishing general-interest fiction and nonfiction books, occasionally in collaboration with other Nordic publishers. Its rich catalog features titles that showcase diverse perspectives on Nordic culture, history, and current issues. Through the work of its publisher, Susanne Weingerl, Östlings has also been exploring digital publishing ventures, expanding its reach to an even broader audience.

Key to Östlings' success has been its collaborative approach, combining the expertise of Scandinavian scholars and publishers under a shared management structure. This model has allowed them to create a robust, interconnected network of publishing companies, ultimately benefiting various segments of the academic and book industry markets. Despite recent shifts in the publishing landscape, Östlings remains committed to fostering scholarly innovation and creative expression across the Nordic region.