Mandatory Submission Guidelines

1. File Format & Structure

·         Submit manuscripts in both MS Word file and PDF version of the MS Word file.

·         Follow the structure described in Creating a Well-Structured Book.

·         Use a consistent heading hierarchy (Heading 1 for chapters, Heading 2 for subsections).

·         All figures and tables must be embedded and clearly numbered.

2. Language & Editing

·         Publibre accepts manuscripts in English and Urdu.

·         Language should be clear, grammatically correct, and professionally edited before submission.

·         Transliteration should follow consistent spelling conventions.

3. Originality & Ethics

·         The work must be original, unpublished elsewhere, and free from plagiarism (see Plagiarism and AI-Generated Content Policy).

·         Properly cite all sources in APA 7th edition

·         If using copyrighted material, include written permissions.

·         Authors must ensure no AI-generated content is presented as original without disclosure.

4. Book Length and Size

·         Both A5 and A4 size with normal margin are acceptable

·         Minimum length: 10,000 words (for short books or monographs) or 100 pages.

·         Average range: 20,000–60,000 words.

·         Maximum (standard volume): 100,000 words. Longer works may be divided into parts or volumes.

5. Figures, Images, and Tables

·         Provide high-resolution images (300 dpi minimum).

·         Tables should be editable—not pasted as images.

·         Captions must be descriptive, with sources and numbering.

·         Ensure you have copyright clearance for any third-party visuals.

6. References & Citations

·         Use APA 7th Edition by default unless specified otherwise.

·         Include complete bibliographic information for every cited work.

·         Cross-check all in-text citations and reference list entries for consistency.

7. Design & Layout

·         Layout, pagination, and final formatting are handled by Publibre’s in-house production team.

·         Authors may provide aesthetic suggestions (fonts, cover theme), but the final design remains at the publisher’s discretion.

8. Mandatory Elements Checklist

Before submission, ensure your manuscript follows all the guidelines and policies and includes:

Title Page

Copyright Placeholder Page

Table of Contents

Main Text (Organized Chapters)

References / Bibliography

Author Biography

(Dedication, Foreword, Appendices, etc. are optional.)

Optional Additions:

·         Previous Works & Latest Articles section (for visibility)

·         Coming Soon section for future projects

·         Index or Glossary for reference titles

9. Submission Portal

Submit via the Publibre online submission portal. Or send your complete manuscript to the email: pub@pub.xpertno.com with the proper subject and signature.

10. Post-Submission Process

  • You’ll receive a automatic confirmation email or within 7 days.
  • Peer review and editorial feedback usually take 2–6 weeks. (Please check the Review & Evaluation Process.)
  • Accepted manuscripts enter production for design, ISBN/SEIPID assignment, and final approval.