Manuscript preparation / author resources

The author’s desk.

Your manuscript, references and publication questions. Bring them together before sharing your work with Archer.

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Preparing your work

Start with a clear manuscript.

Bring together the title, author information, complete text and references for your work. Keep figures and tables readable, and identify their sources where applicable.

If you need support with manuscript preparation, editing or publication formats, contact the team before submitting.

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  1. 1

    Prepare your manuscript

    Organise your text, references, illustrations and author details. Discuss any format questions with the publishing team.

  2. 2

    Submit your work

    Send your manuscript through the submission portal. PDF and Microsoft Word files are supported.

  3. 3

    Review and assessment

    The team assesses your submission and discusses the relevant editorial and publishing support.

  4. 4

    Prepare for publication

    Editing, typesetting and cover design bring the work into its publication format.

  5. 5

    Publication and distribution

    Following the agreed publication process, your work is prepared to reach its readers.

Publication support

An author-focused partnership.

Archer works closely with authors at every stage of the academic publication journey, providing professional guidance from initial review to global circulation.

Expert Editorial Support

Careful review, editing, and proofreading to strengthen your work.

Professional Design

Cover design and typesetting that reflect the quality of your content.

Complete Publishing Services

ISBN registration, printing, and both print and e-book editions.

Global Reach

Distribution and promotion that connect your book with students, libraries, and institutions worldwide.

Transparent Process

Clear communication and timelines from submission to release.

Author-Focused Partnership

A dedicated team that supports you at every stage of publication.

Publication documentation

Recognising published work.

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Sample certificate of publication supplied by Archer.

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Certificate availability and the documentation applicable to your publication should be confirmed with the team. Submission alone does not guarantee publication or a certificate.

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Let your next chapter begin.

Share your manuscript with Archer, or talk to the team about the support your work needs.

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