Book and Chapter Requirements

While the Copy-Editor reviews your text, they will be looking for a number of items:

1. A list or description of objectives for each chapter, if applicable.
2. Accessibility guideline concerns, such as:
   1. Cascading Headings.
   2. Alt-text for images.
   3. Table structures.
3. Line editing items, e.g., grammar and spelling.
4. Consistent voice, e.g., conversational, formal academic, unambiguous.
5. Inclusivity in the writing.
6. Adherence to the ROTEL Project Style Guide, including:
   1. Required sections included (Land Acknowledgement and Grant Information).
   2. Citations for all work in compliance with the appropriate style (MLA, APA, Chicago, etc.).
   3. Grammar decisions, e.g., use of the oxford comma.