From Idea to Print

Written by a prominent author of technical publications,
this reference shows technical professionals how to take
an idea and turn it into a published article or book. The
comprehensive guide covers the entire spectrum -
developing an outline, finding a publisher, pitching the
idea, negotiating a contract, developing several drafts,
submitting a manuscript, working with the different
editors, and promoting the work once it's in book or
magazine form - taking authors from pre- to post-
publication. With examples of the author's own published
writing projects, this manual goes beyond the craft of
writing and demonstrates how to get professional,
technical knowledge into print.