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The book proposal is a document that enables a publisher to make decisions about whether or not to publish a book. A proposal can also be a useful tool when planning the writing and structure of a book. Consequently, the importance of a well-written, professional book proposal cannot be underestimated. In this chapter, we describe the essential elements of a book proposal. We also discuss how to choose a publisher and what to do when the book proposal is accepted.
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Rao, C., Athanasiou, T. (2010). How to Write a Book Proposal. In: Athanasiou, T., Debas, H., Darzi, A. (eds) Key Topics in Surgical Research and Methodology. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-71915-1_47
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