Inking the Deal: A Guide for Successful Academic Publishing

ISBN-13: 9781602582651 / Angielski / Miękka / 2010 / 206 str.

Stanley E. Porter

Opis

In this straightforward and sometimes hard-hitting guide, prolific author Stanley Porter shares the tools necessary for scholars seeking advancement in the world of academic publishing. From his years of experience as an editor, author, and active scholar in his own guild, Porter presents industry insights and practical suggestions for both seasoned scholars and newly minted Ph.D.s who have yet to develop an academic publishing profile. Written primarily for scholars in the arts and humanities, Porter's advice will help readers gain a valuable understanding of the publishing process and a new confidence with which to pursue academic success.

Spis treści

• 1. Types of Publications
• 2. Basic Principles of a Publishable Manuscript
• 3. Always Writing for Publication
• 4. Pick Your Poison: Selection of a Publisher
• 5. Presentation Is Almost Everything
• 6. Handling Rejection It Will Come
• 7. Handling Acceptance It Too Will Come
• 8. Will I Run Out of Publishable Ideas?
• 9. Living a Publishing Lifestyle
• 10. Learning the Trade with Others
• 11. Final Words of Encouragement