Writing a textbook is close to a unique experience in the work of a psychologist. In this article, we discuss the steps authors need to take in preparing to write a textbook. We take the reader through a series of steps, from formulating an idea for a textbook to negotiating a contract. Writing a textbook can be one of the greatest joys of a…

The author presents recommendations for writing case studies for publication in the "Journal of College Counseling." Recommendations fall into 2 categories: (a) ethical considerations and (b) criteria essential to methodological rigor (e.g., Hyett, Kenny, & Dickson-Swift, 2014). The article is intended to guide and encourage…

Have you ever considered writing or reviewing for the library community? Are you interested in publishing a book on your favorite author or hobby? Do you need to write and publish for tenure? If so, "Writing and Publishing" is for you. Practical how-to guidance covering fiction, poetry, children's books/magazines, self-publishing, literary agents,…

Suggests a schema for analyzing contributions to data-based professional publications, assigning relative weights, and thereby determining the appropriate order of listing authors and identifying ancillary contributions. Presents an example application of the procedure. (Author)

Accompanied by a table charting characteristics of 54 journals, this article offers publishing advice based on a 1985 survey of national education journals. Answers hypothetical queries concerning notifying editors, journal acceptance and rejection policies, referee systems, circulation size, manuscript length, theme issues, photocopy and…

A series of eight manuals dealing with the triad text characteristics--learning processes--learning outcomes are being prepared for use by authors and editors as an aid in the design and writing of educational texts. These manuals are based upon a model for the functioning of text characteristics which in turn is part of a decision model for the…

The suggestions for writing for publication given in this paper include writing with honesty, thinking clearly, considering the potential audience, sharing the article with friends, revising the article, and sending the article to the appropriate journal. Empathy for the difficulty of writing is given and illustrated with examples from Eric…

Discusses the distinguishing features of a good biography, the problems of the biographer, and the limitations of biography. The author suggests that the essential duty of a biography is to illustrate what it has meant to be human and to live a life. (AM)

Elements of a writer's style reveal to readers what sort of a person it is with whom they are spending time. These revelations are important because they are a mark of respect for readers. To develop style, follow these guidelines. Find a subject to care about and which others should care about. It is this caring which will be the most seductive…

Offers suggestions, gleaned from editors of 14 reading and language arts journals, on how teachers may get their materials published. (FL)

The article discusses motivating gifted children to take greater enjoyment and interest in literature and composition through inspiration from in person and mixed media exposure to authors of children's books. Focus is mainly on the "Profiles in Literature" series of videotaped interviews with authors, distributed by Temple University. (DLS)

Looks at the benefits and the losses to consider when thinking about making the transition from writer to manager. (SR)

Offers advice from a playwright on how to use a play's stage directions. States that stage directions (1) are one playwriting technique for eliminating unnecessary words, (2) are strong suggestions from the playwright, and (3) often reveal character traits. Discusses script analysis. (PA)

Describes a successful school visit by a children's author. Provides advice on expenses and fundraising, planning activities, and the "big day." (RS)

Lists and discusses briefly six "jumpstarters" for writers, intended to "rev them up and keep them going." (SR)