Addendum 3
Publishing Guidelines
When Published by Westview begins to work with you on your book, we will be your partners
in advice regarding preparation of your manuscript for print-on-demand publication.
If you are currently preparing your manuscript for publishing, the following guidelines will hold
true for any book you want to have published.
Basic Guidelines for Any Digital Manuscript
1. The manuscript should already be typed into a word processor. We can work with a number
of different applications, but we prefer to use Microsoft Word. If the work is currently typed on
paper, we can arrange for a typist's services at additional cost.
2. All proofreading of your book should be complete. You should be absolutely certain that all
spelling, punctuation, annotation and writing are in the final form.
3. All photos and illustrations must be in a digital file format (either jpg or tif), unless prior
arrangement for scanning has been made. The most appropriate file format is .tif, with a
resolution of at least 300 dpi, since most other image formats lose quality as they are saved
to disk.
4. If you are double-spacing your manuscript for publisher review, NEVER use a carriage
return (or press enter) at the end of each line. The only time return should be used is at the
end of each paragraph. To double space, simply select text and format the line spacing at
“double.”
5. Do not complete an index of your book until we have completed formatting and have
provided an Author's proof. This will prevent duplication of effort because you will virtually
always have to rework the page numbers.
6. Always eliminate any custom formatting from your word processing file.
7. NEVER manually hyphenate your words to make them fit on a line. This will cause problems
when the file is formatted for printing. The hyphenation invariably winds up in the middle of a
line.
8. NEVER use spaces to indent a paragraph.
9. NEVER use a hard carriage return in the middle of a paragraph to make a line space out
correctly on your computer. Once again, you can be certain that it will not be in the right
position once the file is formatted for printing.
10. If pictures are being submitted for scanning, always give the publisher the original (make a
copy for your records first). They will be carefully taken care of and returned to you upon
completion. Photocopies of photos will simply not be of high enough quality to include in your
work.
11. Always provide a list of typefaces that were used in your document. In manuscripts where
the existing format must be retained (genealogies, technical manuals), font specifics are
necessary to prevent an undesirable reflow.
Published by Westview Requirements
1. A signed contract and all fees must be received before any work is begun by Published by
Westview.
2. Published by Westview retains the right to decline to work with any submitted manuscript.
3. When the work has been successfully printed, PUBLISHER will send one copy to the
AUTHOR for a final approval. An AUTHOR's acceptance release MUST be signed and
returned before we will begin accepting orders for your book.
These guidelines apply to every submission. However, each book is different with its very own
special characteristics. We look forward to helping you prepare your material for publication!
Initials: PUBLISHER ______ AUTHOR _____
2008 Westview Contract
Schedule 1 - Publisher Responsibilities
Schedule 2 - Author Responsibilities
Schedule 3 - Expenses and Disbursements
Addendum 1 - Publishing Plans
Addendum 2 - Optional Services
Addendum 3 - Publishing Guidelines
Addendum 4 - Publishing/Formatting Questionnaire
Addendum 5 - Author Book Prices
Publishing Guidelines
When Published by Westview begins to work with you on your book, we will be your partners
in advice regarding preparation of your manuscript for print-on-demand publication.
If you are currently preparing your manuscript for publishing, the following guidelines will hold
true for any book you want to have published.
Basic Guidelines for Any Digital Manuscript
1. The manuscript should already be typed into a word processor. We can work with a number
of different applications, but we prefer to use Microsoft Word. If the work is currently typed on
paper, we can arrange for a typist's services at additional cost.
2. All proofreading of your book should be complete. You should be absolutely certain that all
spelling, punctuation, annotation and writing are in the final form.
3. All photos and illustrations must be in a digital file format (either jpg or tif), unless prior
arrangement for scanning has been made. The most appropriate file format is .tif, with a
resolution of at least 300 dpi, since most other image formats lose quality as they are saved
to disk.
4. If you are double-spacing your manuscript for publisher review, NEVER use a carriage
return (or press enter) at the end of each line. The only time return should be used is at the
end of each paragraph. To double space, simply select text and format the line spacing at
“double.”
5. Do not complete an index of your book until we have completed formatting and have
provided an Author's proof. This will prevent duplication of effort because you will virtually
always have to rework the page numbers.
6. Always eliminate any custom formatting from your word processing file.
7. NEVER manually hyphenate your words to make them fit on a line. This will cause problems
when the file is formatted for printing. The hyphenation invariably winds up in the middle of a
line.
8. NEVER use spaces to indent a paragraph.
9. NEVER use a hard carriage return in the middle of a paragraph to make a line space out
correctly on your computer. Once again, you can be certain that it will not be in the right
position once the file is formatted for printing.
10. If pictures are being submitted for scanning, always give the publisher the original (make a
copy for your records first). They will be carefully taken care of and returned to you upon
completion. Photocopies of photos will simply not be of high enough quality to include in your
work.
11. Always provide a list of typefaces that were used in your document. In manuscripts where
the existing format must be retained (genealogies, technical manuals), font specifics are
necessary to prevent an undesirable reflow.
Published by Westview Requirements
1. A signed contract and all fees must be received before any work is begun by Published by
Westview.
2. Published by Westview retains the right to decline to work with any submitted manuscript.
3. When the work has been successfully printed, PUBLISHER will send one copy to the
AUTHOR for a final approval. An AUTHOR's acceptance release MUST be signed and
returned before we will begin accepting orders for your book.
These guidelines apply to every submission. However, each book is different with its very own
special characteristics. We look forward to helping you prepare your material for publication!
Initials: PUBLISHER ______ AUTHOR _____
2008 Westview Contract
Schedule 1 - Publisher Responsibilities
Schedule 2 - Author Responsibilities
Schedule 3 - Expenses and Disbursements
Addendum 1 - Publishing Plans
Addendum 2 - Optional Services
Addendum 3 - Publishing Guidelines
Addendum 4 - Publishing/Formatting Questionnaire
Addendum 5 - Author Book Prices
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