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Author Submission Guidelines

Guiding Your Path to Publication with Lumina Literati Publishing

General Submission Requirements

Welcome to Lumina Literati Publishing! We appreciate your interest in sharing your work with us. Please adhere to the following general guidelines for all submissions (book chapters, full books, or proposals) to ensure a smooth review process.

Submission Format

  • Language: English
  • Font: Times New Roman (TNR), Baskerville Old Face or Garamond 12pt
  • Spacing: Double-spaced
  • Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
  • Pagination: Number pages consecutively, top right corner

File Format

Acceptable formats: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) or PDF (.pdf).

Cover Letter

All submissions must include a cover letter containing:

  • Your brief introduction and full contact details (name, email, phone).
  • A concise summary of your manuscript or proposal.
  • Your rationale for choosing Lumina Literati Publishing.
  • Mention of previous relevant publications or experience (if applicable).

Submitting Book Chapters

Title Page

Include a separate title page with the chapter title, author(s) name(s), affiliation(s), and complete contact information.

Abstract

Provide an abstract of 150-250 words summarizing the chapter’s key points and arguments.

Chapter Length

Typical chapter length is 5,000 to 10,000 words, unless specified otherwise for a particular volume.

References and Citations

Use a consistent citation style appropriate to your discipline (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago). Ensure all references are complete, accurate, and formatted correctly.

Chapter Order

If submitting multiple chapters or as part of a collection, ensure chapters are numbered sequentially with clear titles.

Submitting Full Books

Title Page

Create a title page including the full book title, author(s) name(s), affiliation(s), and contact information.

Table of Contents

Provide a detailed Table of Contents listing all chapters and major sections/subsections.

Preface and Introduction

Include a preface and/or introduction outlining the book’s purpose, scope, intended audience, and overall structure.

Manuscript Length

Full book manuscripts typically range from 60,000 to 120,000 words.

References and Citations

Consistently apply a standard citation style (APA, MLA, Chicago) suitable for your field. Ensure complete and accurate formatting of all references.

Chapter Formatting

Each chapter should begin on a new page and be clearly labeled with its number and title.

Images and Tables

Embed all images and tables within the text near their first mention. Ensure they are high-resolution and include clear, numbered captions (e.g., “Figure 1: Description”, “Table 1: Title”). Obtain necessary permissions for any third-party images.

Submitting Book Proposals

Title Page

Include the proposed book title, author(s) name(s), affiliation(s), and contact details.

Proposal Overview (2-3 pages)

Provide a detailed summary covering:

  • The book’s rationale, scope, and objectives.
  • The primary intended audience.
  • A brief market analysis (competing titles, unique contribution).
  • Key features and unique selling points.

Table of Contents

Include a detailed, annotated table of contents outlining proposed chapters and their main sections/themes.

Sample Chapters

Provide one or two sample chapters representative of the final manuscript’s style and content. If a template is provided by LLP, please use it.

Author Biography / CV

Submit a brief author biography (or full CV) highlighting relevant qualifications, expertise, and previous publications.

Marketing Insights

While LLP has a dedicated marketing team, please include any initial thoughts on potential markets, promotional opportunities, or author platform relevant to the book’s success.

Submission Process

Electronic Submissions

Please use our online submission system or email your submission files directly.

Email to: editor@luminaliterati.com

Clearly indicate the submission type in the email subject line (e.g., “Book Chapter Submission,” “Full Book Submission,” “Book Proposal Submission”).

Response Time

We aim to acknowledge receipt shortly after submission and provide an initial editorial decision within 5-12 weeks. If you haven’t heard from us within this timeframe, please feel free to send a polite inquiry.

Evaluation Process

All submissions undergo a thorough internal review. Promising submissions may also be sent for external peer review. Acceptance may be conditional upon satisfactory revisions based on editorial and reviewer feedback.

Copyrights and Permissions

By submitting, you affirm that the work is original, unpublished, not under consideration elsewhere, and that you have secured all necessary permissions for any third-party copyrighted material included (e.g., images, long quotations).

We are excited to review your work and appreciate you considering Lumina Literati Publishing. Should you have any questions regarding these guidelines, please do not hesitate to contact us.

General Inquiries: editor@luminaliterati.com

Thank You,
The Lumina Literati Publishing Team

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