Book Guidelines for Authors and Editors

A book manuscript should contain:
Title Page (Book Title, Subtitle, Author/Editor names, Affiliations, Contact details).
Preface & Acknowledgements (optional).
Table of Contents with page numbers.
List of Figures and Tables (if applicable).
Main Chapters (organized with headings/subheadings).
References / Bibliography – formatted consistently.
Glossary or Abbreviations (if required).
Appendices (for supplementary material, datasets, or case studies).
Index (prepared during production stage with publisher’s assistance).

Resolution: Minimum 300 dpi, submitted in JPEG/PNG/TIFF format.
Captions: Provide descriptive captions for all figures and tables.
Numbering: Use sequential numbering (e.g., Figure 1.1, Table 2.1).
Permissions: Authors must secure written permission for any copyrighted material.

Jack Sparrow Publishers recommends APA (7th Edition) for most disciplines. However, other referencing styles (MLA, Chicago, IEEE, Harvard) may be accepted depending on subject requirements.
In-text citation: (Author, Year)
Full references must be listed at the end of each chapter or book.
Consistency in referencing style is mandatory.

Single Author Books: Written entirely by one author.
Edited Volumes: Comprise chapters written by different contributors. Editors are responsible for ensuring consistency and quality.
Co-Authored Works: All contributors must be clearly acknowledged.

Each chapter must include:
Author name(s).
Affiliation and ORCID ID.
Contact information (for corresponding author).

Manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere.
Plagiarism is strictly prohibited. Submissions are screened using plagiarism detection software.
Authors retain copyright but must sign a Publishing Agreement, granting Jack Sparrow Publishers the right to distribute in print and digital formats.

Authors are responsible for:
Securing copyright permissions.
Avoiding defamation, plagiarism, or misrepresentation.

To ensure academic quality, manuscripts undergo:
Editorial Screening – checking scope, relevance, and formatting.
Peer Review – double-blind review by at least 2 subject experts.
Revisions – authors must address reviewer/editor comments.
Final Decision – acceptance, revision, or rejection based on quality.

Jack Sparrow Publishers supports both traditional publishing and Open Access (OA) options:
Gold OA: Full text available online under a Creative Commons License (CCBY or CC-BY-NC). Requires a Book Processing Charge (BPC).
Hybrid OA: Authors can choose specific chapters for OA.
Diamond OA (Future Vision): Free access for readers and no charges for authors, supported through institutional collaborations.

Benefits of OA: Global visibility & higher citations.
Compliance with funder mandates.
Wider accessibility for researchers worldwide.

After acceptance, manuscripts undergo the following stages:
Copyediting: Ensuring clarity, grammar, style, and consistency.
Typesetting & Layout Design: Formatting into final book design.
Proofreading: Authors receive proofs to correct minor errors.
Final Publication: Available in Print, eBook (PDF, EPUB), and OA platforms.

Jack Sparrow Publishers ensures maximum dissemination through:
Indexing in Web of Science (Book Citation Index), Scopus, CrossRef, Google Scholar, DOAB, and DOAJ (where applicable).
ISBN and DOI assignment for permanent identification.
Global distribution through digital libraries, university repositories, and partner networks.

We uphold the highest publishing ethics by adhering to:
COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines.
Full disclosure of conflicts of interest and funding sources.
Ethical handling of data, images, and references.
Zero tolerance for misconduct such as plagiarism, falsification, or duplicate submissions.

Jack Sparrow Publishers provides:
Editorial assistance for manuscript development.
Language editing services for non-native English authors.
Marketing and promotion through social media, academic conferences, and international catalogues.
Post-Publication support, including citations tracking and impact measurement.

An editor’s responsibilities extend beyond coordinating chapters. Editors serve as the link between contributors, peer reviewers, and the publisher.

Core Responsibilities: Defining the scope, objectives, and structure of the book.
Recruiting and guiding contributing authors.
Ensuring consistency of writing style, referencing, and formatting across chapters.
Managing peer review and revisions.
Delivering the final compiled manuscript to the publisher within agreed deadlines.
Acting as the primary point of contact between contributors and Jack Sparrow Publishers.

Editors of multi-author or edited volumes should prepare a book proposal including:
Tentative title and subtitle.
Aims and scope of the book.
Target audience (academics, professionals, students, policymakers). Table of Contents (TOC): with tentative chapter titles and contributors (if identified).
Timeline for inviting chapters, peer review, and final submission.
Editor profile(s): short biography, academic affiliation, ORCID ID, and publication track record.

For Edited Volumes:
Invite contributions based on the approved scope.
Provide Author Guidelines (style, length, referencing format).
Collect contributor agreements and copyright forms.
Ensure each chapter is original, plagiarism-free, and formatted properly.

For Single-Author/Monograph Editors:
Assist the author in refining the structure.
Provide feedback on coherence, clarity, and academic rigor.
Ensure the manuscript meets submission standards.

Editors coordinate double-blind peer review for each chapter or section.
Reviewers should be subject experts, external to the contributors where possible.
Collect feedback, summarize comments, and guide authors in revising chapters.
Ensure all revisions are implemented before final submission.
Maintain confidentiality throughout the review process.

Editors must submit the final manuscript in the following structure:Editors must submit the final manuscript in the following structure:
Front Matter
Title Page
Preface / Acknowledgments
Table of Contents
List of Figures & Tables

Chapters
Each chapter must begin with the title, author name, affiliation, and ORCID ID.
Use consistent formatting (Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 spacing).
Figures/tables in high resolution (min. 300 dpi).
References formatted in APA 7th edition (or discipline-specific style agreed with publisher).

Back Matter
References / Bibliography
Glossary (if applicable)
Appendices
Author Index / Subject Index (prepared during production)

Ensure originality and plagiarism-free content (checked via plagiarism software).
Manage conflicts of interest among contributors and reviewers.
Avoid duplicate or redundant publication.
Disclose funding sources and acknowledgments where required.
Follow COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) standards.

Editors should manage contributors with a clear schedule:
Chapter submission deadlines.
Peer review turnaround times.
Revision deadlines.
Final manuscript submission to Jack Sparrow Publishers

Failure to meet deadlines may delay the publication process.

Edited volumes may be published under Open Access (OA) or Traditional models.
For OA, authors retain copyright under Creative Commons (CC-BY or CCBY-NC).
Editors must ensure that all contributors sign the Copyright Transfer Agreement (CTA) or OA License Agreement.

Books published under Jack Sparrow Publishers are eligible for:
ISBN and DOI assignment.
If publishers secured Indexing in Web of Science (Book Citation Index), Scopus, CrossRef, Google Scholar, DOAB, DOAJ (subject to scope and quality).
Global distribution in print and digital formats via international library networks, Amazon, Google Books, and institutional repositories.

Editorial guidance from our publishing team.
Copyediting, proofreading, and typesetting services.
Marketing and promotion for the published book.
Discounted copies for personal and contributor use.

Editor recognition on book cover, title page, and metadata.
Royalty share or honorarium (depending on contract terms).
Indexing of book/editor details in global academic databases.
Increased academic visibility and networking opportunities.

Contact Information
For proposals, manuscript submission, or queries:

Editorial Office – Jack Sparrow Publishers
Email: editor@jacksparrowpublishers.com
Phone: +91 9640641136 (India) ,
+1 (551) 359-1170(USA)
Website: https://jacksparrowpublishers.com