Technological advances, corporate acquisitions, customer expectations, and changing market needs are having an enormous impact on the publishing business.

In this increasingly fast-paced, competitive environment, planning is the key to our mutual success and profit. We believe in planning for market impact, quality, and efficiency at the very inception of a product. As author, you are a part of this process, and we need your help.

This website will explain the production process to you, and guide you in preparing your text and illustration manuscript. By following our suggestions, you can help ensure smooth efficient production, high-quality products, and on-time delivery to customers.

Although this manual is a handy reference, it does not cover unique issues and problems. We have additional guidelines for foreign languages, life sciences, engineering titles, and for preparing print-ready supplements.