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I haven’t started writing the book. How do I fill the Book Proposal? | When do we sign the agreement? | How can McGraw-Hill help me while I'm writing the book? | Can I use material from other published works in my book? | How do I send the draft manuscript to McGraw-Hill? | What happens after submitting the manuscript? | I've finished writing my final manuscript - what's next? | How will you market/sell my book? | How do I know the sales of my book?

Why publish with McGraw-Hill?
MH offers top-notch editorial, production, and marketing and sales support.

What are the royalty terms?
The royalty offered by us is 10% on the net price of the book.

How do I get started?

The first step is to submit a Book Proposal Form

Complete the proposal form as thoroughly as possible, and return it to us with your book outline.

Your proposal will be reviewed by McGraw-Hill's publishing committee and in some cases by experts in the field and the decision on publishing the book will be conveyed to you.

I haven't started writing the book. How do I fill the Book Proposal?
The Book Proposal Form actually helps you consolidate and crystallize the ideas and thoughts that you have about the book. It is about the vision you have about your book, the market you would like it to cater to, and the other books that are available in the market.

When do we sign the agreement?
The agreement is signed after the completion of the first round peer reviews and our internal study. This should take about 3 months after submission of 50% of the script. Please see the publishing process flow chart for more clarity on the publishing process.

How can McGraw-Hill help me while I'm writing the book?
McGraw-Hill has a dedicated team of developmental editors who will work closely with you during every step of the process. They will support you with detailed syllabi research and curriculum mapping that will help you attune the book to the needs of the market.

Can I use material from other published works in my book?

Published works are governed by the copyright laws of the country and you need to get permission form the copyright holders (other publishing houses/author etc.) to use the material in your book. Using the material without permission is a serious offence and we will not entertain inclusion of any such material in the book.

If the permissions are not received you will have to re-write the concerned portion of the book.

How do I send the draft manuscript to McGraw-Hill?
Chapters can be sent electronically along with a hardcopy of the same. To know more about the how to submit the manuscript please see the detailed Manuscript guidelines and Artwork guidelines

What happens after submitting the manuscript?

Your project will be assigned to an editor who will work closely with you on all aspects of the proposal. He/she will obtain content reviews from subject-matter experts.

You will be given an opportunity to read the reviews and incorporate changes based on the reviews.

Please see the publishing process flow chart to better understand the entire process.

I've finished writing my final manuscript - what's next?

Please ensure that the final manuscript confirms to the Manuscript guidelines and Artwork guidelines.

We will start the pre-press work like copyediting, typesetting and proofreading and then send the proof pages to you for checking at your end.

Once we get the proof pages checked by you, we will incorporate any changes/correct errors, if any, before going to press with the book.

How will you market/sell my book?

Our marketing staff develops a marketing strategy tailored to your book's audience and sales potential. We may also consult with you to obtain additional marketing input and ideas.

Our sales teams make personal call on professors, Board of Studies members etc to promote and gain adoption for your book.

How do I know the sales of my book?

Please call up your editor or the marketing manager for your book and they will be glad to let you know the sales of the book (……in real time)

At the end of every financial year you will receive an audited statement of the sales and the royalty accrued to you in that financial year.