iUniverse New Manuscript
Title Submission Form
We are delighted to receive your manuscript
submission!
For iUniverse internal use. Do not write
here.
Publication ID:
Pub Coordinator Email:
With the exception of writing your book, completing this form may be the most important step you take
on the path to publication. In order for us to make your book available as quickly as possible, it is
essential that we receive complete and correct information within this form. If you have any questions
about this form or any of the terms used within it, please consult our Web site or e-mail us at
submission.support@iuniverse.com.
Important Information
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All physical materials sent to iUniverse become the property of iUniverse. As the author you still
retain the copyright to your book’s content, but iUniverse cannot return any paper documents,
manuscripts, photos or disks. For your own protection, please do not send any valuable originals to
iUniverse.
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We can only accept manuscripts written in the English language.
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iUniverse can publish books of nearly any length. Fiction and nonfiction manuscripts should be at
least 10,000 words while poetry books should contain enough text to fill a minimum of 40 pages
(including blank verso, or left-hand, pages if necessary). Extremely large books may be published
in two volumes. Contact us at submission.support@iuniverse.com if you have any questions.
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Type all information within the form exactly as you want it to appear in your book or anywhere
your book is sold. For example, do not type the title of your book in all capital letters unless you
want it to always appear in all capital letters.
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Our Publishing Agreement is your contract with iUniverse. You should read the Publishing
Agreement carefully before signing. Your signature signifies your acceptance of all the terms
described within the agreement. iUniverse cannot accept any Publishing Agreement in which the
contents have been altered.
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As with any organization, policies at iUniverse may change from time to time. Please be sure to
read our Submission Guidelines (http://www.iuniverse.com/how-we-work/guidelines/) for the
latest information about our submission requirements, graphics and corrections policies, and other
important details.
Instructions
Before Completing the Title Submission Form
1. Please review the form before you begin completing it. If you have any questions about the
requirements, contact submission.support@iuniverse.com.
2. Save the form to your computer’s hard drive. You may want to save the original blank Title
Submission Form and then save a separate copy of it under a different file name .
3. Complete the form by typing in the fields or by highlighting a line and typing over it. (Don’t worry
about the field size; the digital form will expand to accommodate your information.) Save your
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work as you go.
4. Be sure to keep a copy of everything you send to iUniverse for your records. You never know
when you might need it!
Create Your Submission Package
The short checklist below is designed to help you ensure that you’ve included everything we'll need in
order to produce your book. Your mail-in submission package must include the following items:
1. Signed Publishing Agreement
One signed paper copy of the Publishing Agreement (i.e. publishing contract).
2. Payment of the Publishing Fee (and any associated fees that may apply)
Check or money order payable to iUniverse, Inc. or type your credit card number in your Title
Submission Form. We accept American Express, Visa, MasterCard and Discover.
3. A labeled disk, Zip disk, or recordable CD containing the following files:
 Your completed Title Submission Form file in a digital format (Microsoft Word). iUniverse
is not able to provide data entry services, so please complete this form on your own.
 Your manuscript file. Please do not send a paper copy of your manuscript.
 Digital files of your interior graphics. This will help us more quickly and accurately produce
your book.
 All digital graphics files that you wish to use on your book’s cover.
 A digital copy of your author photo.
4. Label your disk, Zip disk, or CD with:
 Your name
 The title of your book
 The platform on which your manuscript and all files were prepared (PC or Mac)
 The word processing application you used (Microsoft Word)
Send Your Complete Submission Package To:
iUniverse, Inc.
Publishing Services
1663 Liberty Drive
Suite 300
Bloomington, IN 47403
Remember: We cannot begin to produce your book until we have received your complete submission
package! Sending an incomplete submission package will only delay the publication of your book.
Some Important Notes About Graphics Files:
In order to ensure the highest quality possible for the images within your printed book, all graphic files
must be provided as TIFF files with a 300 dpi resolution.
Interior Graphics
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Interior graphics need to be provided as separate files. Placeholder notations (see below) should be
included within your manuscript. Graphics should not be embedded within the manuscript.
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Due to the formatting work involved, each table is considered a graphic.
The interior of your published book will be printed in black and white. You may send color
graphics for inclusion within your book’s interior, but they will be converted to black and white.
Some reduction in quality may result.
Notes on Placeholder Notations
A placeholder notation is a bracketed notation that uses the exact file name to indicate the position of the
graphic(s) and caption. Including the approximate size of the graphic is recommended (e.g. 1/2 page, 1/4
page, etc.). The font format should be bold style, 14-pt size, and in a different color.
If a caption is needed, it should be included immediately below the graphic notation. The caption should
be formatted in a different color and set to10-pt font size.
Placeholder example:
{{uncle_joe_1.tif--1/2 page}}
Uncle Joe and his dog at the lodge.
If a graphic is on a page by itself, enter a page break, (control + enter), enter the graphic notation and
then enter a page break again.
Cover Graphics
The cover of your book will be printed in full color. If you provide your own files for your author photo
and/or cover graphic, they must be formatted as 300 dpi CMYK TIFF files. Each must be sent as one
high-resolution graphic (300 dpi CMYK TIFF) at the size you want it to be on your cover (covers are
usually 6” X 9”). Due to the nature of our production process, we cannot use digital artwork in any other
form than TIFF, and we cannot accept special fonts.
Cover Design Guidelines
Front Cover
Our professional designers will create your book’s cover using the information and graphics you
provide. You may send us:
1. Graphics files you want our designers to see as an example for your cover. Our designers will
strive to incorporate your ideas. For example, if you know of a particular book cover style that you
like, please provide a digital graphic of it as a guideline for our artists to use.
2. Graphics files you want our designers to use for your cover. Please remember that you must have
written permission from the creator (artist, photographer, etc.) to use his or her work on your book
cover.
Back Cover (the maximum is 250 words total)
1.
2.
3.
4.
Author bio; no more than 50 words (Required)
Book description; no more than 200 words (Required)
Author photo (Optional)
Up to four professional reviews no more than 50 words each, including the credit (Optional)
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Graphic Fees
There is no charge for graphics provided for use in your book’s cover design. Graphics included in the
interior text of your manuscript may be subject to an additional charge. Visit our Web site
(http://www.iuniverse.com/how-we-work/guidelines/graphic-preparation.htm) for the graphic fees
associated with your particular publishing package.
Scanning Fees
If you do not have a digital version of your photos, iUniverse can scan them for $10.00 per graphic.
Software Guidelines
In order to publish your manuscript in the most professional manner, we only accept manuscripts
prepared using one of the following software packages:
Windows OS
Microsoft Word 6.0 and above
Mac OS
Microsoft Word 6.0 and above
In order to assure the highest quality design, iUniverse can only accept manuscripts prepared in MS
Word.
Fonts
Submit your manuscript in a standard font such as Times New Roman in a 10- or 12-point size.
Compatibility issues prevent us from accepting special fonts for text or cover design. As part of the
design process, we will select an appropriate font for use in your book’s design.
Ready to begin? Great! This form lets our team of designers know exactly how your book should
be produced. Give us as much detail as possible!
Publishing Packages
iUniverse offers several publishing packages. If you’re not sure which package to choose, please see
our Web site http://www.iuniverse.com/packages/ for complete details.
Submitted by:
Date:
Publishing Packages: (Select one only)
Premier Pro Publishing Package
Premier Publishing Package
Select Publishing Package
Poetry Publishing Package
Writing Associations: (If you are submitting via a writing association package, please indicate your
association below. You must be a member to submit.)
ASJA Press
Harlem Writers Guild
Check here if you’ve sent a manuscript to iUniverse before.
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Primary Author Information
Please note: iUniverse does not sell or give your contact information to any third parties.
Please complete all fields below. The primary author is responsible for submitting complete information
for any co-authors. Sales/royalties statements and checks will be sent to each author listed unless
otherwise marked in the Agent Information section of this form. Royalties will be divided evenly unless
a letter is submitted and signed by all authors specifying a different royalty split.
Number of Authors:
One
Two
Three
If there is more than one author for this title, please provide information for each additional author in the fields provided
below. If there are more than three (3) authors, please contact iUniverse at submission.support@iuniverse.com.
First Name:
Middle:
Last Name:
Pen Name First:
Pen Middle:
Pen Last:
Street Address 1:
Street Address 2:
City:
State or Province:
Zip Code:
Country:
Telephone:
Fax:
E-Mail:
URL:
Social Security, Federal Tax ID, or VAT # (for royalties purposes):
Royalties Percentage (100% for sole author, 50% for 2 authors, etc): 100%
Check here if any information has changed since your last Title Submission.
Additional Author(s) Information
First Name:
Middle:
Last Name:
Pen Name First:
Pen Middle:
Pen Last:
Street Address 1:
Street Address 2:
City:
State or Province:
Zip Code:
Country:
Telephone:
Fax:
E-Mail:
URL:
Social Security, Federal Tax ID, or VAT #:
Royalties Percentage (100% for sole author, 50% for 2 authors, etc): 0%
Check here if any information has changed since your last Title Submission.
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First Name:
Middle:
Last Name:
Pen Name First:
Pen Middle:
Pen Last:
Street Address 1:
Street Address 2:
City:
State or Province:
Zip Code:
Country:
Telephone:
Fax:
E-Mail:
URL:
Social Security, Federal Tax ID, or VAT #:
Royalties Percentage (100% for sole author, 50% for 2 authors, etc): 0%
Check here if any information has changed since your last Title Submission.
Agent Information
If you do not have an agent, simply check No and proceed to Title Information.
Do you have an agent?
Yes
No
Is the agent to receive royalty checks directly?
Is the agent to receive all correspondence relating to the production of this book?
First Name:
Middle:
Yes
Yes
No
No
Last Name:
Street Address 1:
Street Address 2:
City:
State or Province:
Zip Code:
Country:
Telephone:
Fax:
E-Mail:
URL:
Social Security, Federal Tax ID, or VAT #:
Check here if any information has changed since your last Title Submission.
Title Information
Please type your book’s title and subtitle (if any) exactly as they should appear in the printed book.
Capitalization and punctuation will be followed exactly as you enter them here.
Title:
Subtitle (if any):
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Byline
Please provide the exact name(s) for all author(s)be sure to include any special titles such as
translator, compiler, etc. This notation will appear on the title page, cover and spine. You will be able to
note how the author name(s) should appear on your copyright page below.
Example 1: Compiled by John Doe and Sarah Redmond
Example 2: Joyce Caufield with illustrations by Ryan Hardy
Byline:
Copyright (check all that apply)
iUniverse will place a copyright page at the beginning of your book. The information provided below
will be used on that page.
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As the author, you may choose to register your copyright. Consult the Copyright Office for more
details at: http://www.loc.gov/copyright. Or, you can call the Copyright Office at (202) 707-3000
between 8:30 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. ET, Monday–Friday if you would like more information about
the copyright registration process.
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If you are writing under a pen name, this name can appear as the copyright holder. You have
several options with the Copyright Office to ensure that your true identity can remain anonymous
if so desired. Consult the Copyright Office for more details at: http://www.loc.gov/copyright/
I own the rights to the text of this book.
I own the rights to, or have permission to use, all of the graphics/art used within the interior text of
this book.
(name(s) of creator/designer) should receive credit for the graphics/art submitted for
the book block of this book.
I own the rights to, or have the permission to use, all of the graphics/art I am submitting for the
cover of this book.
(name(s) of creator/designer) should receive credit for the graphics/art
submitted for the cover of this book.
I have registered this work with the U.S. Copyright Office.
Exact name(s) of the copyright holder(s) for this book as it should appear on copyright page:
Year of copyright (for non-registered books, enter the current year):
Keynote
This is your "hook" to draw readers to your book. It should be 25 words or fewer and very promotionallytoned and concise: For example, the phrases "A fast-paced thriller" or "A handy desktop companion for the
beginning computer user" are more likely to entice a prospective reader. Your marketing statement will
appear above your book description on our Web site.
Keynote:
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Keywords
These keywords will be used for searching purposes on our Web site. Think of what words a potential
customer might use when searching for your book. Include 12 words.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
Marketing description
Please enter your marketing description below. The marketing description will appear below your
keynote on our website and should be the same text as your book description.
Bookshelf Information
As the author, you know your target audience the best. Please provide us with the information requested
below. iUniverse will use this information for categorization, online search classification, and
descriptive information for inclusion in the iUniverse Bookstore.
Target Audience
Knowing your audience is one of the most important factors in determining your marketing plan. Who
would you like to reach?
My target audience is (please check all that apply):
Children 8 and Under
Children 9-12
Teenagers
Adults
Classification & Genre
In order that we may categorize your title correctly, please select your genre and classification.
Classification:
Fiction
Nonfiction (Poetry is classified as nonfiction)
Genre: (Please check only one genre/category within either Fiction or Nonfiction)
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Fiction Categories: (select only one)
Action & Adventure
Art & Architecture
Boys & Men
Comics & Graphic Novels
Espionage
Fantasy
Girls & Women
Historical
Humorous Stories
Legal
Medical
Mystery & Detective Stories
People & Places
Readers
Royalty
Science & Technology
Short Stories
Suspense
Toys, Dolls, Puppets
Westerns
Animals
Bedtime & Dreams
Business, Careers, Occupations
Concepts
Fairy Tales, Folklore & Mythology
Gay
Graphic Novels
Holidays & Festivals
Interactive Adventures
Legends, Myths, Fables
Men’s Adventure
Nature & the Natural World
Performing Arts
Religious
Sagas
Interactive Adventures
Social Situations
Technological
Transportation
Anthologies
Biographical
Classics
Erotica
Family
Ghost
Health & Medicine
Horror & Ghost Stories
Law and Crime
Lesbian
Movie or Television Tie-In
Occult
Psychological
Romance/General
Science Fiction & Magic
Law and Crime
Sports & Recreation
Thrillers
War
Nonfiction Categories: (select only one)
Activity Books
Antiques & Collectibles
Biography & Autobiography
Business & Economics
Concepts
Current Events
Education
Games & Activities
Health & Fitness
House & Home
Law & Crime
Mathematics
Nature
Performing Arts
Photography
Politics & Government
Reference
Science & Technology
Social Science
Technology
Travel
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Adventure & Adventurers
Architecture
Body, Mind & Spirit
Careers
Cooking
Curiosities & Wonders
Family & Relationships
Gardening
History
Humor
Lifestyles
Medical
Non-Classifiable
Pets
Poetry
Psychology
Religion
Self-Help
Sports & Recreation
Toys, Dolls & Puppets
True Crime
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Animals
Art
Boys & Men
Computers
Crafts & Hobbies
Drama
Foreign Language Study
Girls & Women
Holidays & Festivals
Language Arts & Disciplines
Literary Criticism & Collections
Music
People & Places
Philosophy
Political Science
Readers
School & Education
Social Situations
Study Aids
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Production Information
Here’s your opportunity to provide input on three important areas of your book: front cover, back cover
and the interior. Since you know your book best, please provide us with an idea for the cover, even if
you don't have any artwork. iUniverse has full discretion regarding price, production and appearance of
the book.
Front Cover
Choose only one of the following front cover options. Please refer to page three for cover graphic
guidelines.
I wish to use the cover from my initial manuscript submission (only available to resubmissions).
I have permission to use the artwork I am including on my disk for the front cover.
The filename is:
should receive credit for this artwork.
(Please ensure that credit information you provide in this section matches the information provided
in the copyright section.)
I do not have permission to use the artwork I am including on my disk for the front cover. Please
use it as a reference.
The filename is:
I have an idea for the front cover but do not have any artwork for submission.
My idea for the front cover is:
Additional front cover instructions:
Book Interior
The filename of my manuscript is:
Platform:
PC
Mac
Application:
Word
WordPerfect
Works (Works documents
must be converted to rich-text-format [i.e. RTF] before submission.)
Additional book interior instructions:
Graphics
1-25 Graphics
26-50 Graphics
Graphics must be provided as separate files (see Interior Graphics on page three). If you wish to include
more than 50 graphics, please contact iUniverse at submission.support@iuniverse.com.
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Back Cover
The information you provide here will be used on the back cover of your book. The Author Biography
and Book Description are required fields. Think about your book description as your marketing
message to your readers. It should pique their interest and entice them to read more. An author photo is
not required, but along with your biography, it can be a useful tool to help draw readers to your book.
We will include your photo and any advance reviews or endorsements as space on the cover permits.
iUniverse will make the final decision about which elements will be included. iUniverse retains the right
to edit both your biography and your book description. The total back cover copy cannot exceed 250
words.
1. Author Biography (no more than 50 words):
2. Author Photo (300 dpi TIFF). My file name is:
3. Back Cover Copy* My description of my book is (no more than 150 words):
* Space on the back cover of your book is limited so please be concise. Look at other books and use
them as examples. Be creative and think about what has drawn you to your favorite books.
Additional Add-on Services
Editorial Services
Editorial Evaluation: $349 (Included in the Premier Pro and Premier packages)
Cover Copy Polish: $149 (Included in the Premier Pro package)
Line Editing: $0.024 per word
Proofreading: $0.009 per word
Indexing: $0.015 per word
Production Services
Hardcover Formatting: $199.00 (Included in the Premier Pro package)
OCR Text Scanning and Conversion: $0.99 per page
Marketing and Publicity Services
Author Web Site: $299
Marketing Success Workbook: $49.00 (Included in the Premier Pro and Premier packages)
BooksellingPromotional Materials: $200.00+ (Price listed is for quantity of 100 each)
Kirkus Discoveries Book Review: $360
Visit our website (http://www.iuniverse.com/services/marketing-services/) for additional information
about our marketing and publicity services.
Payment Information
Please print a copy of this page for your records.
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Yes, I have already purchased a Publishing Package.
If you have already purchased a package, then you will
not need to complete the Payment Information on this
form. Please provide your Order Number.
My Order Number is:
If you have not already purchased your Publishing Package, please complete the Payment
Information section of this form and print a copy of the page for your records.
Billing Address
Street Address:
City:
State or Province:
Postal Code:
Country:
Telephone:
Shipping Address
Check if your shipping address is the same as the billing address above
Street Address:
City:
State or Province:
Postal Code:
Country:
Telephone:
Payment Information
When paying by credit card, complete the following information, print this page, then sign the page and
include it with your submission package.
Payment Type:
Check
Type of Card:
AMEX
Money Order
Visa
Credit Card (If Credit Card, fill out information below)
MasterCard
Discover
Cardholder’s name (as it appears on the card):
Account number:
Expiration Date (MM/YY):
Order Details
I authorize payment for the following items:
Publishing Package (Select only one. Prices available at http://www.iuniverse.com/packages/)
Premier Pro Package: Fee $
Poetry Package Fee: $
Premier Package Fee: $
ASJA Press Package Fee: $
Select Package Fee: $
Harlem Writers Guild Package Fee: $
Marketing and Publicity Services
Author Web Site Fee: $
Marketing Success Workbook Fee: $
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Bookselling Promotional Materials Fee: $
Kirkus Discoveries Book Review Fee: $
Graphics & Scanning
Interior Graphics Fee: $
($100 for each group of 25 graphics. Limit of 50 graphics per
submission. The first 10 graphics are included free-of-charge with the Poetry Package.)
Photo Scanning Fee: $
($10.00 per scan)
OCR Text Scanning Fee: $
($0.99 per page)
Book Production Services
Hardcover Fee: $
(included in the Premier Pro package)
Book Review or Endorsement: Please provide us with an excerpt of a book review or endorsement
for the back cover of your hardcover dust jacket. The Back Cover Copy (your book description) you
provided earlier in the submission process will appear on the inside flap of the dust cover jacket.
Please limit your excerpt to about 200 words.
Editorial Services
Editorial Evaluation Fee: $
(included in the Premier Pro and Premier packages)
Line Editing Fee: manuscript word count
x $0.024 per word = $
Proofreading Fee: manuscript word count
x $0.009 per word = $
Indexing Fee: manuscript word count
x $0.015 per word = $
Promotion (if applicable)
Promotion Code:
Promotion Code Discount: $
Shipping, Handling and Taxes (if applicable)
Because taxes and shipping and handling fees will vary by location, please contact iUniverse at
submission.support@iuniverse.com for actual charges and a final price quote.
Shipping and Handling:
Taxes:
Total Cost:
For more information about our publishing packages and services, visit our Web site at
http://www.iuniverse.com/.
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