W. Patrick McCray

W. Patrick McCray, a Professor at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a series editor for Johns Hopkins University Press, shares invaluable insights on turning dissertations into books. He discusses how to select the right press and approach editors effectively. McCray details the importance of crafting compelling proposals and outlines essential steps in the publishing process. He also touches on the risks of repackaging work and the nuances between journal and book editorial relationships, providing practical advice for emerging authors.