Should You Index Your Own Nonfiction or Academic Book?
Our tips for authors who want to index their own book, from what to include to using indexing software.
Beth L. April 26, 2023
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The Three Main Types of Academic Publishers
While university presses have long been seen as the gold standard for academic publishing, in recent years, a growing number of for-profit publishers and small presses have entered the market, offering authors new options for getting their work in front of readers.
Cara Jordan April 6, 2023
Guide to Writing Alt Text for Academic Book Illustrations
Thoughtfully written alt text is essential to making your academic book or article more accessible to visually impaired audiences.
Kaylee A. January 23, 2023
Interview with a Book Permissions Editor
Permissions editor James Toftness explains when and how to seek permissions for the quoted text and images you want to publish in your book.
Cara Jordan November 1, 2022
The Key Parts of an Academic Book Proposal
Former Cambridge University Press editor Maartje explains the key parts to include in your academic book proposal when pitching to university presses.
Maartje S. July 18, 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.
Maartje S. March 31, 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.
Cara Jordan March 17, 2022
The Unique Challenges of Academic Life: Tips for Writing Book Two
Writing alone in the room, without a committee’s voices rattling around in the head, I’ve found the second book has felt much more like it is for me.
Katherine F. January 29, 2022
How Academic Publishing Has Shifted during the Pandemic
Here are three of the biggest changes in scholarly publishing that university presses have seen since the pandemic began, followed by top suggestions from editors for authors navigating these changes.
Amy S. October 22, 2021
Interview with Julia Klein: Artist and Publisher at Soberscove Press
In this interview, Julia Klein discusses the history of Soberscove Press, the intersection of art and publishing, and her advice for artists and academics hoping to publish more.
Cara Jordan October 1, 2021