Manuscript readiness
- A complete draft or clear outline
- An intended reader and genre
- A list of your main editorial concerns
- A realistic revision window
A better prepared
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Use these practical checklists to organize your materials before a publishing or marketing project.
Publishing preparation
- Confirmed title and author name
- Final edited text and approved cover
- Front and back matter
- Format and distribution preferences
- A proof approval plan
Launch essentials
- A publication date and campaign goal
- Book description and author bio
- Cover and author photo
- Retail or preorder links when available
- An agreed content and outreach schedule
Media preparation
- A concise author biography
- Book synopsis and key themes
- Interview topics and talking points
- Approved cover and headshot
- Availability and relevant background
Reader connection
- A clear reason for readers to stay in touch
- An appropriate signup or reader offer
- A welcome sequence or follow-up plan
- A relevant next book or resource
- Consent-based audience communication
Project briefing
- Your book’s current stage
- The services you need
- The outcome you want to work toward
- Target dates and available assets
- A budget range for scoping