Book Submissions

The submission process for works at Esprint Publishing is characterized by its transparency and openness. Academics and researchers find a welcoming refuge where their contributions are received with respect and consideration. The publishing house prides itself on adhering to rigorous policies that ensure the authenticity and originality of each work, thereby establishing a standard that strengthens the reputation of associated authors.

General Guidelines:

  • Works must be submitted in Word format (18cm x 26 cm), without the authors' names.
  • Use the latest edition of APA or Vancouver citation norms. References used must be from scientific articles in indexed journals, books from recognized publishers, and Doctoral Theses. It is not recommended to use citations from undergraduate or master's theses or websites unless strictly necessary.
  • The text must have a minimum of 50 pages and a maximum of 250 pages in the established editorial format (18 cm x 26 cm). If this number of pages is exceeded, the work must be submitted in different volumes.
  • The text must be written in Word using Palatino Linotype font, size: 12; line spacing: 1.5; with top, bottom, and right margins of 25mm.
  • Tables, graphs, and/or photographs should be included in the document, editable, and also included as source files, whether created in Excel or downloaded from the internet with a minimum resolution of 300 pixels and file extension (.jpg or .png). If necessary, indicate if there is any explanation or preference regarding their size.
  • Screenshots of tables placed as images will not be accepted.
  • Works under review or being published by other publishers, journals, or scientific events will not be accepted.
  • Only natural persons can be authors. Legal entities can hold proprietary rights over a work or the institution's affiliation will be included in the author's biography.

Types of Books for Publication

Esprint Publishing publishes two types of books: Books in which all content is written by the authors, and books in which each chapter is written by different authors. Each must follow the guidelines presented below:

  • Books in which all content is written by the authors
  • Books in which each chapter is written by different authors

Book Structure

Structure of books in which all content is written by the authors

  • Cover: Page with a creative and concise title no longer than 20 words, at most 30 words, avoiding ambiguity.
  • Table of Contents. Titles, subtitles, sections, subsections, and other divisions should be registered following the latest APA Edition. No more than 3 levels are allowed between titles and subtitles. Titles must be concise and creative.
  • Acknowledgment or dedication (optional). The writing should be brief.
  • Prologue (optional): Another author introduces and promotes the reader, it may be written by one of the authors.
  • Foreword (optional): the author explains the reasons for writing the work.
  • Epigraph (optional): The authors present and promote themselves and the work.
  • Introduction: A summary of the content must be shown, including a systematic explanation of the chapter, section, or subsection structure.
  • Content development: The addressed topics must be coherent. The levels of titles must be appropriately organized.
  • References can be provided per chapter or for the entire content.
  • Author Information

Structure of book chapters in which each chapter is written by different authors:

  • Chapter Title
  • Authors
  • Affiliation
  • Email
  • ORCID
  • Abstract
  • Keywords
  • Introduction
  • Methodology
  • Results (or Results and Discussion)
  • Discussion
  • Conclusions
  • References

Note. It is possible that book chapters, especially in some areas of knowledge, may present the following structure starting from the Introduction: Chapter Content Development by topics, Conclusions, and References.

Evaluation Parameters

Pre-review

  • The iThenticate tool reports matches below 10% (mandatory)
  • The structure and organization of the book are adequate
  • The book contains original content
  • The content of the book is relevant to the corresponding scientific field
  • The book is clear in its language
  • At least 70% of the references are recent (up to 5 years old). Exceptions apply to non-technical or scientific books, history books, or similar; in these cases, this criterion will be considered met.
  • References come from trusted publishers, indexed journals, conferences, book chapters, or similar. The inclusion of web page references does not exceed 5%.
  • Images are in high resolution
  • No significant spelling or grammar issues are present
  • The document's design is visually appealing and aesthetically pleasant

Peer Review

Peer review is external, involving at least two experts in the area using a double-blind arbitration system. The evaluation parameters are as follows:

  • The importance, relevance, and objectives of the book are clearly described.
  • The structure and organization of the book are adequate.
  • The methodology is appropriate for the research conducted, considering approach, design, type, processes, statistics, population and sample, data collection, as appropriate for the type of research presented (if the book includes research).
  • The book contains original content.
  • The content of the book is relevant to the corresponding scientific field.
  • The handling of concepts, theories, and data in the book is accurate.
  • The appropriate ethical standards for book preparation have been followed.
  • Potential conflicts of interest have been detected.
  • The book is clear in its language, writing, style, and spelling.
  • References are appropriate and relevant.
  • The document's design is visually appealing and aesthetically pleasant.

Preparation for Submissions

Before submitting, verify the following:

  1. Document signed by the authors of the book submission and acceptance of the Terms and Conditions of publication in Esprint Publishing (View format).
  2. Book in Word format (view template).
  3. Author information forms (one form per author)