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Editing a nursing practice book

M T Nolan1, S M Augustine

  • 1Johns Hopkins Hospital, USA.

Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing : DCCN
|October 23, 1997
PubMed
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This guide outlines the process for critical care nurses to publish an edited book, covering idea generation, author selection, publishing, and marketing. It offers practical steps for transforming a nursing practice concept into a published work.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Practice
  • Scholarly Publishing
  • Medical Education

Background:

  • Critical care nurses often identify literature gaps relevant to their specialized practice.
  • Developing a nursing practice book requires navigating the complexities of scholarly publishing.
  • Existing resources may not fully address the practical aspects of book production for nurses.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive guide for nurses, particularly in critical care, on how to produce and publish an edited book.
  • To outline the essential steps involved in book creation, from initial concept to final marketing.
  • To share practical insights and experiences from nursing book editors.

Main Methods:

  • The article details the key stages of book production: idea conceptualization, author recruitment, publisher engagement, prospectus development, manuscript editing, and book marketing.

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  • It incorporates anecdotal evidence and advice from the authors' experience editing a transplantation nursing book.
  • Case examples and commentary from other nursing book editors are included.

    • Main Results:

    • Successful book publication is achievable for nurses by systematically addressing each stage of the production process.
    • Effective planning, author collaboration, and strategic marketing are crucial for a book's success.
    • The process involves distinct phases, each requiring specific considerations and actions.

    Conclusions:

    • Nurses can successfully author and edit books to fill identified gaps in nursing literature.
    • The guide provides a roadmap for nurses interested in contributing to scholarly nursing knowledge through book publication.
    • Leveraging practical experience and editorial guidance facilitates the journey from manuscript to published work.