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Publishing is a critical legacy for archaeological fieldwork, but traditional modes of publication and grey literature in UK contexts speak almost exclusively to the archaeological community and planning system. While many reports and publications are now available freely, archaeologists still need to meet the challenge of accessibility versus availability, particularly for wider publics. Specific challenges include inaccessible language and issues regarding equity, voice and representation (Hewerdine 2023). Recent work on comics champions alternatives that can meet the needs of wider publics, including introducing more inclusive narratives (Kamash et al. 2022). This session will explore alternative models of publishing through e.g. comics and YouTube channels that seek to create more inclusive, diverse and accessible legacies for archaeological publications.

Hewerdine, L. 2023 Engaging multiple publics in developer-funded archaeology, from the field to the final report (Unpublished PhD).
Kamash, Z., K.Soar and L.Van Broeck (eds) 2022 Comics and Archaeology, Palgrave.