Elevating publisher presence across borders
Over 30 years supporting academic and professional publishers
Founded in 1989, The Oxford Publicity Partnership Ltd (OPP) successfully manages sales, marketing and publicity for publishers
We work for some of the most highly regarded publishing companies in the UK, Europe, and north America. These include academic publishers specialising in scholarly works and important non-fiction titles, together with professional publishers producing materials for specific medical, technical, or scientific audiences and small presses often specialising in niche genres to reach specific literary communities.
Providing a range of solutions for a variety of clients, OPP has a reputation for garnering attention for your publishing, a knack for defining what is right for your sales growth, while ensuring author retention and the development of your name and brand recognition.
Meet Our team
OPP is a highly experienced team with a shared passion for publishing and long-standing relationships across the industry. We bring together skills in sales, marketing, publicity and events to provide our clients with tailored, responsive and knowledgeable support.
Gary Hall
Managing Director
Gary joined OPP in 1998 and brings a wealth of experience in academic publishing and communications. After studying Drama at Loughborough University and completing a Certificate in Acting in London, he began his career in public relations and design at French Jones in Henley.
In 1990, he moved into publishing as Promotions Manager at Open University Press, later joining the senior management team to lead marketing and publicity for its academic and professional programme.
Matthew Surzyn
Sales Director
Matthew joined OPP in 2007, bringing with him extensive experience across the academic book trade. Prior to joining the team, he worked at Oxbow Books in Oxford as Trade Sales and Distribution Manager, where he was responsible for managing relationships with key retail and wholesale partners.
With an MSc in Information Science, his background spans university libraries, academic bookshops, and academic book distribution — giving him a well-rounded understanding of the entire supply chain.
Fiona Richman
Sales and Marketing Administrator
Fiona is a highly experienced publishing professional with a strong background in academic, educational, and professional publishing. She joined the OPP from McGraw-Hill Education, where she held the role of Programme Manager, supporting authors in the development of high-quality print and digital resources across a range of subject areas.
Fiona holds a degree in International Marketing with German.
Katherine Lowe
Publicist
Katherine is an experienced publicist with a strong background in both trade and academic publishing, specialising in non-fiction titles. She spent many years at McGraw-Hill Education, where she developed a deep understanding of promoting scholarly and professional content to diverse audiences.
She is highly skilled in securing media coverage across various platforms including print, broadcast and online.
What guides the way we work with every publisher we support.
Expertise
With over three decades of experience in the academic and professional publishing world, we understand the nuances of your audience, your books, and your goals. Our deep knowledge of the UK and European markets means we can offer tailored, practical, and strategic advice — not just broad marketing generalisations.
Marketing
We take pride in being the kind of partner you can depend on. Our relationships with clients often span many years because we consistently deliver on what we promise and remain responsive to changing needs. From day-to-day support to urgent promotional activity, our team is hands-on, accessible, and focused on delivering results — without fuss.
Clarity
We believe that effective communication is essential — especially when operating across markets and time zones. Our aim is always to make the complex feel straightforward. Whether it’s explaining market trends, managing title launches or interpreting sales data, we keep our messaging clear, practical, and free of unnecessary jargon.