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Step 1
Prepare your book for disk-based submission.
*If you submit a manuscript that has been incorrectly formatted, it could delay the production process of your book for up to two months. Be sure to read guidelines and instructions thoroughly before submitting. Please call if you have any questions.
Step 2
Write the following summaries using your word processing program (i.e. Microsoft Word, WordPad):
- Author's Cover Bio. A one-paragraph description (100 words max) of yourself that will appear on the back cover of your book.
- Author Biography. A longer description (2,000 words max) of yourself or a message to your readers. It will be placed on the Xlibris Web site.
- Dedication (100 words max). Will appear at the beginning of your book.
- Book Summary. A one-paragraph description (100 words max) of your book that appears on the back cover of your book.
- Book Description. A longer description of your book (2,000 words max) that describes the overall content of your book. This will appear on your book's page on the Xlibris Web site.
Save all summaries as a single file, separate from your main book file but on the same disk.
Step 3
Once you have completed your manuscript, images and summaries, please save everything in either a PC-formatted 3.5-inch floppy, 100MB zip disk or CD-ROM. If your book or images are too large to fit on a single disk, split the file into two parts and send two disks, clearly labeled with your name, telephone number and the title of your book.
Step 4
Read and sign the Author Agreement and then continue on to the Order Form.
Step 5
Please pack your forms and disk(s) inside a protective wrapping or a disk mailer to ensure that they will arrive in usable condition. Never send the only copy of your book. Make sure you have all the materials needed.
Please review our Submission Checklist or download the PDF here.
You may now send the items via:
If you have any questions about these requirements, please don’t hesitate to contact an Xlibris Associate toll-free at (888) 795-4274.
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