- This volume builds on the success of Deardorff’s introductory Story Circles manual (see related titles) and uniquely applies this to individual experiences in higher education.

- Strong author networks, and interest from the World Council on Intercultural and Global Competence, the International Association of Intercultural Researchers (IAIR), STAR Scholars Network, and The Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA). These associations have expressed a willingness to promote or offer the book at annual events.

- Alongside international students and faculty, the volume may have some appeal amongst policymakers and professionals including IC trainers and counsellors. Deardorff’s previous UNESCO-funded OA publication of the Manual for Developing Intercultural Competencies: Story Circles, means there is already awareness of the approach amongst these professional groups.