Roadmap for publishing books and educational materials

Steps

1. 1. Initial contact

   Regardless of what stage of the writing process you are at, whether it be a pitch or a full manuscript, you can contact Radboud University Press at any time via radbouduniversitypress [at] ru.nl (radbouduniversitypress[at]ru[dot]nl). If the project meets the requirements for publication through Radboud University Press, you will receive a questionnaire about the details of your publication.

2. 2. Desk review

   A member of the scientific editorial board of Radboud University Press, who is an expert in the relevant field, will use the questionnaire and an introductory meeting to check whether the publication is suitable for publication with Radboud University Press.

3. 3. Contract

   If your project is approved by the scientific editorial board of Radboud University Press, you will receive a contract. There will be plenty of room for personal attention and consultation during the publication process so that both you and Radboud University Press will feel comfortable working together.

4. 4. Peer review

   Every book published by Radboud University Press undergoes external peer-review. The review is double-bling. You can find more information about the peer review procedure in the author welcome guide.

5. 5. Production

   Once the manuscript has been finalised, Radboud University Press will start designing the cover and the interior. As a rule, the Radboud University Press logo has to be printed on the front cover, and the Radboud University logo and, if applicable, the Radboudumc logo have to be printed on the back. Radboud University's coat of arms will also be printed on the spine.

6. 6. Marketing

   Once the book's design is complete, it is time for your book to be published. Radboud University Press will aid in promoting and marketing your book: 

   • Your publication will be shared through Radboud University Press's public channels, including our website and LinkedIn page. 
   • Radboud University Press can advise and support you in promoting the book within your own network. 
   • Radboud University Press can provide marketing materials if you choose to organise a book launch or attend a relevant conference or meeting. 

7. 7. Discoverability and visibility

   Radboud University Press will ensure that your publication is easily findable through proper indexing and archiving. This makes your work accessible to scientists and other interested parties, who can view it free of charge. Radboud University Press will handle all costs and financial settlements related to the (online) publication of your book. Hard copies of your book will be available through printing on demand.