Proposing a book idea

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href="/globalassets/05-journals-books-databases/our-books/rsc-book-proposal-form_general.docx"> <img class="click-ripple" src="https://epi-rsc.rsc-cdn.org/public/img/local/ripple-bg.png?version=20240326094334" width="300" height="300" alt="" style="display: block; opacity: 0; width: 0px; height: 0px; margin: 0px;"> <div class="cta__block"> <span class="cta__copy">Download a book proposal form</span> <b class="cta__block__icon add-icon-after-go-arrow-right"></b> </div> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <main class="main layout-a2" role="main" id="maincontent"> <div class="grid-container"> <div class="layout-a2__col-a ac-outer-container"> <div><div class="block a2maintextblock "> <div class="content-block hashtaglink"> <p><strong>We welcome submissions for book ideas. </strong></p> <p>If you have an idea for a book, please read through the following information and guidelines on how to submit a book proposal to the Royal Society of Chemistry.<br> </p> <p><strong>On this page</strong></p> <p><a href="/journals-books-databases/book-authors/propose-book-idea/#process-overview">Process overview</a><br><a href="/journals-books-databases/book-authors/propose-book-idea/#prepare-proposal">How to prepare a book proposal</a><br><a href="/journals-books-databases/book-authors/propose-book-idea/#commissioning-editors">Commissioning editors</a><strong><br></strong></p> </div> </div><div class="block expandablecontentblock "> <div class="content-block hashtaglink" id="process-overview"> <p><hr> <h2>Process overview</h2> <p>Click to see a step-by-step overview of the lifecycle of a book, from preparing a proposal to printing the finished book.</p> <a class="btn--expandable" data-expandable="" aria-controls="c422f2b1-caef-48e2-886f-d98b27619dc9" href="javascript:;">Step-by-step guide<b class="add-icon-after-plus"></b></a> <div class="content-block__expandable inactive" id="c422f2b1-caef-48e2-886f-d98b27619dc9" data-status="is-expanded" aria-expanded="true"> <div><div class="block a2maintextblock "> <div class="content-block hashtaglink"> <div style="color: #2c4d67; width: 100%; border-style: solid; border-color: #F1F7F8; padding-left: 30px; border-width: 0px 0px 0px 3px;"> <ol> <li> <div><strong>Prepare a book proposal & submit</strong>. You complete our Book proposal form. The form will guide you through the information needed for proposing a book idea. For more information, see <a href="/journals-books-databases/book-authors/propose-book-idea/#prepare-proposal">How to prepare a book proposal</a>.<br><br></div> </li> <li> <div><strong>Proposal sent for peer review</strong>. We arrange for the proposal to be reviewed by subject specialists and researchers working in the field. We discuss with you all feedback that we receive from the reviewers, working with you to address any concerns where necessary.<br><br></div> </li> <li> <div><strong>Proposal presented to the RSC</strong>. The proposal, together with the reviewers’ comments and any response from you, is collated by the commissioning editor and presented to the RSC books review board for consideration and final acceptance. <br><br></div> </li> <li> <div><strong>Contract offered</strong>. We offer you a contract for the book, which sets out your rights and responsibilities in detail.<br><br></div> </li> <li> <div><strong>Book prepared. </strong>The book is written. Our editorial team is on hand to offer support and guidance during this time. The final and complete manuscript is submitted to us. <br>Note: timescales for writing a book vary depending on the type of book and whether it is authored or edited.<br><br></div> </li> <li> <div><strong>Typescript submitted. </strong>We assess the submitted manuscript and ensure all necessary materials have been supplied. See <a href="/journals-books-databases/book-authors/prepare-submit-book-or-chapter/">Prepare and submit your manuscript</a>.<br><br></div> </li> <li> <div><strong>Book enters production. </strong>The manuscript is passed to the production team. They will arrange for the manuscript to be copy-edited and typeset. Once this has been completed you will be sent the proofs to check and correct.<br><br></div> </li> <li> <div><strong>Indexing</strong>. We arrange for an index to be created.<br><br></div> </li> <li> <div><strong>Publication</strong>. The eBook and print book are published. The eBook versions available vary depending on the type of book.<br><br></div> </li> <li> <div><strong>Sales & marketing</strong>. We market your book worldwide. <br>See also <a href="/journals-books-databases/book-authors/promote-your-book/">Promote your book</a>.</div> </li> </ol> </div> </div> </div></div> </div> </div> </div><div class="block a2maintextblock "> <div class="content-block hashtaglink" id="prepare-proposal"> <hr> <h2>How to prepare a book proposal</h2> <p>It is important that you complete the Book proposal form thoroughly, and provide as much detail as possible to help reviewers understand your idea and increase the likelihood of favourable reviews. Here are some guidelines to help you prepare the form.</p> <div class="rsc-ui"> <p><a href="/globalassets/05-journals-books-databases/our-books/rsc-book-proposal-form_general.docx"><img class="icon-pre-text" src="https://epi-rsc.rsc-cdn.org/globalassets/00-sitewide/generic-media/icons/download-bl.png?version=3f1b941e" alt="" width="24">Book proposal form</a></p> </div> <div style="width: 100%; border-style: solid; border-color: #F1F7F8; padding-left: 30px; border-width: 0px 0px 2px 3px;"> <h4>Title</h4> <p>Keep titles succinct, and include keywords that potential readers will be using to find content on this topic.</p> <h4>Series</h4> <p>Look through our list of book series and, where applicable, indicate to which series you feel your book would be a valuable addition.</p> <h4>Authored or edited?</h4> <p>Edited volumes feature chapters written by key researchers in the field, who can provide specialist knowledge that may be beyond the experiences of the book editors. Authored volumes are written by a single author or multiple authors, and provide a coherent overview of the subject.</p> <h4>Content & scope</h4> <p>What do you expect to cover in the book? What are the key topics? If there are specific topics that you want to focus on in the book, or topics that you have decided to omit, explain your reasons for doing so.</p> <h4>Motivation</h4> <p>Why do you feel this book is needed?</p> <h4>Table of contents</h4> <p>Provide a provisional table of contents, including chapter titles and two or three sentences summarising the chapter content. For edited books you'll also need to include proposed contributors.</p> <h4>Selling points</h4> <p>What's unique about your book? What makes it stand out against others on this topic?</p> <h4>Competition</h4> <p>What existing books will yours compete with? These should be books aimed at a similar audience and covering similar topics; how does your book differ from these?</p> <h4>Readership</h4> <p>Who is the primary audience for your book?</p> <h4>Length of the book</h4> <p>How long do you expect the book to be? Think about the number of chapters you are proposing; how long would you expect these chapters to be?</p> <h4>Images</h4> <p>How many images will the book contain? Consider how many on average would be needed in each chapter. Do they need to be in colour? Will colour add scientific value to the book, or would the figures be just as understandable in black and white?</p> <h4>Timescale</h4> <p>When do you expect to deliver the final and complete typescript? Be realistic - consider existing demands on your time. An edited book typically takes 18 months be submitted; authored books may take longer than this.<br><br></p> </div> </div> </div><div class="block a2maintextblock "> <div class="content-block hashtaglink" id="commissioning-editors"> <hr> <h2>Commissioning editors</h2> <p>We have a team of commissioning editors, each with a dedicated portfolio of subject areas. </p> </div> </div><div class="block a2maintextblock "> <div class="content-block hashtaglink"> <div class="rsc-ui"> <div class="shell"> <div class="pad-m"> <h4>Janet Freshwater CSci, CChem MRSC, Associate Publisher, Analytical and Food Chemistry</h4> <ul> <li>New Developments in Mass Spectrometry</li> <li>New Developments in NMR</li> <li>Detection Science</li> <li>Specialist Periodical Reports</li> <li>Food Chemistry, Function and Analysis</li> <li>Chemistry Student Guides</li> <li>Practical and Technical Guides for Laboratory-based Chemists</li> </ul> <h4>Dr Merlin Fox MRSC, Associate Publisher, Applied Materials and Engineering</h4> <ul> <li>Biomaterials Science</li> <li>Soft Matter</li> <li>Inorganic Materials</li> <li>Optical, Electronic and Magnetic Materials</li> <li>Chemistry in Agriculture</li> </ul> <h4>Matt Caffrey, Commissioning Editor, Materials Science</h4> <ul> <li>Nanoscience & Nanotechnology</li> <li>Polymer Chemistry</li> <li>Sustainable Energy</li> </ul> <h4>Katie Morrey MRSC, Commissioning Editor, Biochemistry and Medicinal Chemistry</h4> <ul> <li class="StyleArial9ptBoldText1Before3pt">Drug Discovery</li> <li class="StyleArial9ptBoldText1Before3pt">Drug Development and Pharmaceutical Science</li> <li class="StyleArial9ptBoldText1Before3pt">Chemical Biology</li> <li class="StyleArial9ptBoldText1Before3pt">Professional Development</li> <li class="StyleArial9ptBoldText1Before3pt">Issues in Toxicology</li> </ul> <h4>Dr Helen Armes MRSC, Commissioning Editor, Physical Chemistry and Sustainability</h4> <ul> <li class="StyleArial9ptBoldText1Before3pt">Issues in Environmental Science and Technology</li> <li class="StyleArial9ptBoldText1Before3pt">Catalysis</li> <li class="StyleArial9ptBoldText1Before3pt">Green Chemistry</li> <li class="StyleArial9ptBoldText1Before3pt">Chemistry in the Environment</li> <li class="StyleArial9ptBoldText1Before3pt">Theoretical and Computational Chemistry</li> <li class="StyleArial9ptBoldText1Before3pt">Advances in Chemistry Education Research</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> <h3>Get in touch</h3> <p>To contact one of our commissioning editors about a book idea, please use the '<a href="/journals-books-databases/book-authors/propose-book-idea/#contact-books-team">Contact us</a>' form on this page. 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