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The following is a list of items we would like to
see at the time an idea is submitted for consideration for publication.
1. A complete proposed table of contents or scope
and sequence chart
This can be:
- A formal outline,
- A scope and sequence grid, or
- A list of part and unit titles with a paragraph describing
proposed contents of each unit.
2. A description of the book
This is the most
important part of the proposal. In it you are, in effect, "selling" your idea to the audience or the publisher, so it should have as
much specific information as possible. Please include:
a. The reason for writing the book (in other words,
why do you think this book is necessary?)
b. A summary of the content. Include skill, level, topics, if
appropriate.
c. Approximate length of the book (the number of printed pages).
d. Approximate number of illustrations or photographs.
e. A profile of the market. Please be as complete as possible.
Include:
- The age and type of student who will benefit from your book.
- The kind of class (level and skill if appropriate) in which
your book will be used, and the kind of programme.
g. A comparison of your book with the competition.
Please select the best-selling books with which yours will compete
and briefly compare each book with yours, naming strengths and
weaknesses. (Why does your book need to be published in addition
to the others?)
h. Approximate length of time you need to complete your manuscript.
3. A Sample Unit that is representative of the
book
4. A copy of your current CV
Please send your materials to:
Pearson Education Ltd
Longman ELT Publishing
Edinburgh Gate
Harlow, Essex
CM20 2JE
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)1279 623569
Fax: +44 (0)1279 623897
Alternatively, you can email your proposal to Longman
ELT Publishing
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