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FAQS - Frequently Asked Questions Why do I need an indexer? While the author may have the most in-depth knowledge of the subject, he or she is often not the best indexer. A professional indexer can greatly add to the value of a book by providing the reader with an excellent roadmap to the contents of the book. The indexer has a fresh viewpoint, is trained to consider the needs of the reader, and has the skill and experience to write an index in a dependable manner. This can help make the difference between a well-loved and often-used reference book and a forgotten book never opened after the first day of ownership. What do I need to provide to the indexer? The indexer will need an electronic copy of the PDFs of your final pages. This means text that has been typeset and will not be rewritten so as to change the flow of the text over the pages (minor changes and typo corrections are not an issue). If rewrites occur, causing new pagination or reindexing of already completed sections of the book, extra is charged. What will the indexer ask me? In order to create an excellent index, the professional indexer will ask you questions about the type and size of the work being indexed, the intended audience, and questions regarding the due dates. Both parties need to understand the details regarding index specifics such as format, alphabetization, the structure of page ranges, and what material is not to be indexed. Length and depth limitations need to be understood. If your company has a preferred style guide the indexer should be provided with a sample of the guide. Does an index help with book sales? Having an index will generally increase sales and text adoptions. Book reviewers use the index when they write their reviews, and will often give books with indexes more favorable reviews, since they like to make use of the index when they write their reviews. Book dealers have found that many books are sold by the index alone. Many libraries require a book to have an index in order to be considered for adoption. In comparing two books on the same subject, a quality index could be the deciding factor.
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