Preparing Your Manuscript for Submission to Draft2Book
Draft2Book offers a professional manuscript critique and preparation service, ensuring your book is market-ready before it reaches digital platforms. Follow these steps to prepare your manuscript for submission to Draft2Book.
1. Manuscript Formatting
- File Type: Submit your manuscript as a DOCX file, if possible. If not possible, don't worry, we will convert your file on receipt.
- Font & Spacing:
- Use a standard font (e.g., Times New Roman, Arial, Calibri).
- Set font size to 12pt.
- Align text left (avoid justified text).
- Chapter Headings:
- Format chapter titles using Heading 1 in Microsoft Word.
- Ensure each chapter begins on a new page.
- Paragraph Structure:
- Do not manually insert spaces between paragraphs.
- Scene breaks should be marked with
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- Tables, Images, and Special Formatting:
- Avoid tables or text boxes unless essential.
- If using images, submit them separately as JPEG or PNG files.
- Keep formatting minimal to ensure readability across platforms.
2. Manuscript Structure
- Title Page: Include book title, subtitle (if any), and author name.
- Dedication & Acknowledgements (if applicable).
- Main Content: Ensure all chapters are clearly structured and labelled.
- Back Matter:
- About the Author
- Other Books by You
- Call to Action (e.g., “Sign up for my newsletter” or “Follow me on social media”).
3. Book Cover Preparation (if applicable)
If submitting a cover design along with your manuscript:
- Format: JPEG or PNG.
- Minimum Size: 1600 x 2400 pixels.
- Aspect Ratio: 1.6:1.
- Ensure no white spaces or borders.
Following these steps will streamline your publishing process, ensuring a high-quality book ready for the marketplace!
