Inking the Deal

by Porter, Stanley E.

• ISBN13: 9781602582651
• ISBN10: 1602582653
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-09-15
• Publisher: Baylor Univ Pr

Summary

In this straightforward and sometimes hard-hitting guide, prolific author Stanley Porter shares the tools necessary for scholars seeking advancement in the world of academic publishing. From his years of experience as an editor, author, and active scholar in his own guild, Porter presents industry insights and practical suggestions for both seasoned scholars and newly minted Ph.D.s who have yet to develop an academic publishing profile. Written primarily for scholars in the arts and humanities, Porter's advice will help readers gain a valuable understanding of the publishing process and a new confidence with which to pursue academic success.

Author Biography

Stanley E. Porter is President and Dean of McMaster Divinity College, Ontario, where he is also Professor of New Testament. He has authored eleven books, edited forty-five books, and published 160 journal articles or book chapters, and he is a regular columnist for Christian Week.

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. ix
Introduction: About This Book	p. 1
Types of Publications	p. 7
Basic Principles of a Publishable Manuscript	p. 41
Always Writing for Publication	p. 55
Pick Your Poison: Selection of a Publisher	p. 67
Presentation Is Almost Everything	p. 73
Handling Rejection-It Will Come	p. 89
Handling Acceptance-It Too Will Come	p. 103
Will I Run Out of Publishable Ideas?	p. 135
Living a Publishing Lifestyle	p. 151
Learning the Trade with Others	p. 165
Final Words of Encouragement	p. 179
Notes	p. 183
Index	p. 189
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