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Tips for success in academic publishing Advice on how to get started, publish and thrive when sharing your research and expertise in the world of academic publishing
Whether you’re an early career researcher just starting out or an experienced professor with a high h -index, you'll be familiar with the highs and lows of academic publishing and could probably benefit from a bit of advice on how to improve your writing and publishing skills. From journal submissions to book proposals, dealing with rejection to understanding peer review, this collection provides tips and insights for use on every step of the journey from bright idea to polished output.
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Coordinating co - authors
Co - authoring with other researchers can result in more ambitious and exciting papers than solo endeavours but is also fraught with potential hiccups . Steven Bateman and Jie Zhang share advice on keeping collaborative work on track
What is peer review and why it is important ?
Peer review is the lifeblood of good science . But understanding the process can take time , and gaining review …
Using literature reviews to strengthen research : tips for PhDs and supervisors
Anne Wilson explains how to develop a narrative and context for new research through your literature review , with tips for …
Don ’ t worry about journal acceptance rates – and here ’ s why
Deciding where to submit a manuscript ? A journal acceptance rate is a useful signal to prospective authors of the probability of …
Why does open access make publishing more complicated ?
The shift towards open - access publishing can leave students and researchers confused . Here , a group of research facilitators answer the most common questions about the new publication landscape – and sum up where we stand
What to do when an academic journal rejects your article
Nobody likes negative feedback but rejection is not all bad . Here is how to see rejection of your article by a peer - reviewed journal as an opportunity
Tips for sharing your research and professional expertise with consumer media
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How to be proactive when amplifying research papers
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Researchers : fight back against your struggle with self - promotion
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How to get a book published outside academia
Lexi Stadlen shares advice on how to turn your academic research into a commercially published book and reach audiences beyond academia
Six tips for writing a successful book proposal
An interesting concept is not enough to guarantee your book will get published . In crafting a pitch , it helps to be succinct and targeted and to show an ability to deliver
