Why this book -- Getting started, again -- Nagging doubts -- The basic options -- Reading with an editor's eyes -- Planning and doing -- Getting into shape -- Making prose speak -- What happens next
William Germano Books
William Germano serves as vice president and publishing director at Routledge, bringing extensive experience to his role. Previously, he was editor in chief at Columbia University Press, where he also held the position of humanities editor. His career reflects a deep engagement with the world of academic publishing and editorial direction.
Getting It Published
A Guide for Scholars and Anyone Else Serious about Serious Books
- 192 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Writers and publishers rely on each other, yet they often communicate in different languages. This lively, insider's guide to academic publishing reveals how the process works and how to navigate it effectively. Authored by a seasoned editor with experience in both university presses and commercial publishing, the book addresses key questions in a scholar's journey. It explores why editors select certain manuscripts, how writers choose submission venues, the intricacies of the review process, and what authors can expect from publishing houses at various stages. With valuable insights and practical advice, the guide demystifies the publishing process from start to finish. Readers will learn how to prepare their manuscripts for submission and understand their contracts. Germano infuses wit and humor into discussions on publishing etiquette, offering guidance on approaching busy editors and collaborating with publishing professionals on design, marketing, and publicity. Graduate students, recent Ph.D.s, and seasoned authors will find useful information in chapters addressing "Quotations, Pictures, and Other Headaches" and the compilation and editing of collections and anthologies. Germano emphasizes that scholarly publishing is a vibrant conversation about influential ideas, providing strategies to ensure your book contributes meaningfully to that dialogue.