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Publish a Book or Series
Follow our simple guide to writing or editing a book or series, and discover the right resources to support your journey. Our publishing infographic breaks down each step—from proposal to final publication—for a clear and confident start.
Prepare & Submit Your Proposal
Understand the Publishing Process
How do I submit a book proposal?
1. Submit proposal: Complete the Emerald new book proposal form and send it to the editor for your discipline. Your editor will acknowledge safe receipt as quickly as possible.
2. Internal editorial review: Your editor assesses your book’s ‘fit’ for our publishing list and raises questions or queries with you.
3. External peer review: Your proposal and any additional material will be sent out to a subject specialist for external, single-anonymous peer review – we aim to get feedback to you in 4–6 weeks.
4. Response to peer review: You send your editor a full response to the review. You may need to revise and resubmit your proposal based on our peer review and discussions with your editor.
5. Contract: After approval by our internal Editorial Board meeting, your Editor will send you terms of our contract including extent, royalty and manuscript delivery date.
6. Writing your book: You will be contacted regularly by our editorial team and we will be on hand for guidance and support as you prepare the manuscript for submission.
7. Manuscript submission: Your editor may commission a final review of your manuscript before we put it into production. Our editorial team will then check through your final manuscript. From proposal to publication
8. Production: Your book will go through copy editing, typesetting and indexing. You will be issued proofs. Your cover design will be fnalized. We will publish your book 6 months, or on a fast-track schedule if your book is an Emerald Point.
9. Sales and marketing: When your book enters production our marketing and sales team start work to promote your book through our sales channels, and to support you with self- promotion.
10. Publication: You will be sent your free copies of your book, and additional information on how you can best help us promote it to the widest possible market.
Our Publishing Principles
Make your book available in over 150 countries through our extensive global distribution network. Reach readers worldwide inWe are a forward-thinking publisher committed to transforming research into real-world impact.
Our mission is to bridge the gap between research and practice by publishing studies that drive meaningful, positive change in society.
We welcome diverse perspectives—even on complex or controversial topics—while maintaining a respectful, inclusive space for rigorous academic dialogue to flourish. both paperback and eBook formats, expanding your visibility and sales across international markets.
Publishing Principles
At Jack Sparrow Publishers, we are committed to advancing evidence-based research that challenges conventional thinking and drives informed, impactful decision-making for the benefit of society. As a responsible publishing partner, we prioritize quality, support fresh perspectives, and empower our authors to make meaningful contributions through their work.
We welcome authors and topics that inspire or reflect real-world change. Our editorial philosophy centers around helping researchers publish work that embodies the following qualities:
- Thought-provoking content with a clear focus on societal impact
- Credible, well-researched, and presenting a balanced viewpoint
- Innovative thinking that addresses today’s complex global challenges
- Challenges or supports existing societal structures, norms, mainstream thinking, or power structures
- Advocacy for meaningful reform or transformative ideas
- Full adherence to COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) standards
By fostering a platform for diverse voices and rigorous scholarship, we aim to ignite critical dialogue and empower leaders, researchers, and communities to make informed, evidence-based decisions that shape a better future.
Responsible and Meaningful Publishing Standards
At Jack Sparrow Publishers, we believe that while authors may explore thought-provoking or controversial topics, it is their responsibility to ensure their work is contextualized, evidence-based, and properly referenced. Our publishing team is here to support you in presenting compelling research and content in a credible and engaging manner.
We are committed to upholding academic freedom and the open exchange of diverse ideas. We encourage authors to explore and debate a wide range of perspectives. However, we do not tolerate hate speech or any expression that could reasonably be seen as inciting violence or discrimination.
We also value content that drives meaningful and impactful change. Authors are welcome to explore experimental or non-mainstream areas, but must remain aware of potential conflicts of interest and ensure all necessary permissions and consents are obtained.
Authors may include forewords and afterwords to enhance the context of their work. A foreword, typically written by a respected figure or volume editor, introduces the book and discusses its relevance. An afterword may be written by the author or another expert and offers reflections on the book’s themes and significance. While these sections can address controversial topics or defend the work, any opinions expressed must be supported by evidence and properly cited to maintain academic integrity and align with the overall goals of the book.
Where necessary, we may recommend sensitivity or clearance reads to ensure the content is respectful, factually accurate, and free from stereotypes, bias, or potentially offensive material. Authors and editors will be consulted if such reviews are needed.
On rare occasions, we may need to make editorial judgments on whether a manuscript aligns with our publishing values. These decisions are made collaboratively with our authors and editors in a transparent and respectful manner.
If a particularly difficult decision arises, it will be made by our Vice President of Publishing, ensuring it reflects the ethos and principles of Jack Sparrow Publishers.
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