Can a Writing Group Improve Your Habits and Productivity?
Take a look at several types of writing groups so you can decide which one fits your needs.
September 08, 2022Column
The Key Parts of an Academic Book Proposal
A former Cambridge University Press editor explains the key parts to include in your academic book proposal when pitching to university presses.
July 18, 2022
How to Write a Cover Letter for an Academic Job
How to research, write, and avoid common mistakes while crafting a cover letter for an academic job application.
April 22, 2022
Academic Writing for Non-Native English Authors
How non-native English (ESL) authors can overcome struggles related to writing and publishing with English-language journals and publishers.
April 08, 2022
The Lowdown on Which Academic Style Guide to Use
This guide provides an overview of the 4 common guides for humanities and social sciences: MLA, APA, The Chicago Manual of Style, and Oxford.
April 05, 2022
How to Approach a University Press with Your Book Idea
Former Cambridge University Press acquisitions and desk editor and Flatpage team member Maartje has seen the good, the bad, and the ugly in book proposals. In this post, she shares her tips and insights about what to think about when preparing to contact a publisher.
March 31, 2022
Elevate Your Art Career with a Strong Artist’s Proposal
How to write a great proposal for artist's grants, fellowships, residencies, commissions, and more.
March 22, 2022
Do You Need an Academic Subject-Matter Expert to Edit Your Article or Book?
Working with an SME developmental editor, copyeditor, or dissertation editor can improve your writing and publication record, but there are downsides as well.
March 17, 2022
How to Give Quality Academic Content Feedback
What does it mean to give good feedback, and what distinguishes the feedback of a professor and a colleague from a developmental editor?
December 17, 2021