Submitting a Manuscript

Aboriginal Studies Press (ASP) accepts unsolicited manuscripts for publication: both scholarly and general books. Search our current catalogue to see the kinds of books we publish to make sure your manuscript fits our list. We occasionally publish theses, but usually only when the author has rewritten it into book form. See Rewriting A Thesis. Our proposal forms give you an idea of what information we need. Read on to see how we assess manuscripts and how to submit to us.

Our assessment process

Manuscripts are read first by ASP™ staff. They are then provided to external peer assessors whose reports are sent to the Publishing Advisory Committee (PAC). The PAC and ASP staff advise the Principal who is our signatory for contracts. Visit manuscript assessment procedures for more information.

How to submit your manuscript

You need to send these:

How your manuscript should look

Illustrations

If you would like illustrations included (for example, photographs, maps, graphs, etc.) attach good photocopies only. Do not send originals at this stage. If your manuscript is accepted for publication and you have used copyright material belonging to other people you will have to seek permission. See Permissions for information.

Where to send your proposal and manuscript

Do not email your manuscript unless requested to do so.

Send your proposal and manuscript to:

Director
Aboriginal Studies Press
AIATSIS
GPO Box 553
Canberra ACT 2601