Author Guidelines

1. Checklist for Book Preparation

Mandatory Documents

• Title Page
• Table of Contents
• Individual Chapters in Word Format
• Clearly Labelled Tables, Figures, and Illustrations
• Back Cover Copy Form
• Editorial and Production Form

Optional Sections

• Dedication
• Foreword
• Preface
• Acknowledgements

Additional Sections (If Required)

• List of Tables and Figures
• Abbreviations List
• List of Contributors
• PDF Version of Manuscript
• Keywords and Abstracts

Permission and Consent Forms (If Required)

• Signed Permission Forms
• Interview Release Forms
• Case Study Consent Forms

Edited Collections Only (If Required)

• License Forms
• Proof of Peer Review

2. Newredmars Education Contact

Newredmars Education provides dedicated editorial and publication support throughout the book publishing process. Your Commissioning Editor will guide you from contract signing to publication and assist with manuscript planning, timelines, and publication queries. The Commissioning Assistant helps with contracts and royalty-related matters, while the Book Project Editor supports manuscript preparation, formatting, permissions, figures, and production coordination. The Content Development Editor manages rights, licenses, cover design, and promotional content for the book. After manuscript submission, the Production Controller oversees typesetting, proofreading, printing quality, and publication schedules to ensure smooth production.

For any questions regarding your book, manuscript submission, publication process, permissions, or author support, please contact: support@newredmars.com

3. What We Need From You

Figures, Tables & Illustrations

• Label all figures and tables clearly
• Submit all images and tables electronically
• Use clear and high-quality images
• Mention all figures and tables in the manuscript text
• Indicate where figures and tables should appear in the manuscript

List of Tables & Figures

• Required if your manuscript contains more than 5 tables or figures
• Separate lists are needed if there are more than 20 items

Cover Design & Back Cover Information

• Provide a short book description
• Share your updated author profile and affiliation
• Submit details at least 3 months before publication

Editorial & Production Form

• Correct author names and order
• Availability during proofreading and production
• Manuscript details
• Preferred citation style
• Address for complimentary book copies

4. Referencing Guidelines

We recommend using APA 7th Edition for your manuscript. However, you may use another referencing style suitable for your subject area.

In-Text Citation Guidelines

• Use and in normal sentences
• Use & inside brackets
• Include page numbers for direct quotations
• Use et al. for three or more authors
• Arrange citations alphabetically

APA 7th Edition Reference Examples

Book Reference:
Parida, A. (2020). Research methods in education. Newredmars Education.

Journal Article Reference:
Jena, S., & Das, R. (2021). Digital learning in higher education. Journal of Educational Research, 12(2), 45–58.

Website Reference:
World Health Organization. (2023). Mental health awareness. https://www.who.int

Conference Proceeding Reference:
Das, R. (2021). Artificial intelligence in education. In Proceedings of the International Conference on Educational Technology (pp. 120–126). IEEE.

5. Editorial Policy & Originality Guidelines

Newredmars Education is committed to publishing original, ethical, and high-quality research. Authors must ensure that all submitted work is written in their own words, checked for accuracy, and supported by reliable evidence. Please avoid offensive, misleading, or defamatory content and follow ethical publication standards.

6. Permissions Guidance

Authors must obtain permission for any previously published or third-party content used in the manuscript, including images, figures, tables, and text. Permission clearance should be completed before submission to avoid publication delays.

7. Permission Requirements

• Figures, tables, and illustrations
• Photographs and artwork
• Long quotations
• Song lyrics and poetry
• Screenshots and software images
• Social media content
• Logos and trademarks
• Maps and diagrams
• Interviews with identifiable individuals
• Previously published work

8. Appendices

Appendices should be placed at the end of the book after the reference list. Use labels such as Appendix A, Appendix B, etc. All figures, tables, and equations should be clearly numbered and referred to within the manuscript text.

9. Post-Submission & Typesetting Process

After submission, the Editorial Team will review your manuscript before sending it to production. Authors will receive proofs for final checking and approval before publication.

10. FAQs

Q1) Do I need an interview release form if the interviewee is anonymous?
No. Anonymous interviewees do not require a release form.

Q2) When should endorsements be submitted?
At least 2 months before publication.

Q3) Do I need permission for my own previously published figure or table?
Yes, if the publisher holds the copyright.

Q4) Why is permission needed for online material?
Online material may still be protected by copyright laws.

Q5) What keywords should be included in the index?
Important terms readers are likely to search for.

11. Useful Links

• Author Centre – Information for authors and manuscript support
• Newredmars Education Bookstore – Browse published books and publications
• Permissions Guidance – Information about copyright and permissions
• Promotion of Your Work – Marketing and promotional support