Frequently Asked Questions

In what format should I submit my manuscript?

You can submit your manuscript in Word or LaTeX (the latter especially for exact sciences). It is important that it be in an editable format to facilitate the editorial process.

What is the minimum and maximum length allowed?

The typical length is 100–400 pages (excluding bibliography and appendices). If you plan a printed version, it is recommended not to exceed 840 pages to facilitate binding and distribution. If you have doubts about these parameters according to your academic field, contact us at editorial@cuadernosdesofia.com.

How should the manuscript be structured?

Recommended structure:

Preliminary elements:

• Title page (with author name(s), ORCID, institutional affiliation)
• Abstract (200-300 words, in primary language and if applicable, in a second language)
• Table of contents

Main body:

• Numbered chapters with introduction, development and conclusion

Final elements:

• Bibliography (can be completed in later stages)
• Appendices (optional, can be adjusted later)
• Acknowledgments (optional, can be added later)

Important considerations:

• Citation style: Select the appropriate style for your discipline (APA, MLA, Chicago, Vancouver, Harvard, etc.) and maintain consistency
• Organization: Divide each chapter into clear sections with hierarchical headings

💡 Editorial support: Our team will accompany you during manuscript preparation to ensure quality and consistency. The Editor-in-Chief will contact you within 24 hours of submitting your proposal.

Should I include abstract in multiple languages?

Yes, it is highly recommended. You should include a 200-300 word abstract in your manuscript's primary language. If you want greater international reach, also include an English version, as this significantly increases the visibility of your work in academic indexers like Google Scholar and Crossref.

What should I do with images, tables and graphics?

Basic requirements:

• Include numbered and titled graphics, images or tables (e.g., "Figure 1: Model of Citizen Participation")
• Provide usage permissions for third-party images, when applicable

Format flexibility: You can send figures and tables in whatever format you currently have available (JPEG, PNG, Excel, screenshots, PowerPoint drafts, etc.). Our design team will modify them or provide feedback to meet publication standards (minimum 300 dpi resolution for final version).

How should I deliver appendices or supplementary material?

Appendices are optional and may include complementary tables, graphics or datasets.

Delivery format:

• Preferably in editable formats (Word, Excel, LaTeX)
• With clear metadata when applicable

Important: You can complete or adjust appendices in later stages of the editorial process, once the main content has been approved. Editorial Cuadernos de Sofía will provide DOI for appendices or supplementary material so you can cite them correctly, at no additional cost. Our editorial team will guide you on the best formats and standards to maximize the usefulness of your supplementary material.

What citation styles do you accept? (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.)

Editorial Cuadernos de Sofía offers complete flexibility in citation style. You can choose the one that best suits your academic discipline, including:

• APA (Social sciences, psychology, education)
• MLA (Literature, arts, humanities)
• Chicago (Humanities with notes and bibliography, or social sciences with author-date)
• Vancouver (Medicine, health sciences)
• Harvard (Social sciences, business)
• Other specific styles such as AIP (physics), IEEE (engineering), AMA, etc.

Important requirements:

• Indicate your choice in the initial proposal and briefly justify why it is appropriate for your discipline
• Maintain consistency throughout the manuscript
• In the Premium package, our team will professionally adapt up to 300 citations according to the style chosen, guaranteeing compliance with official guides
• The Copy Editor will verify style consistency throughout the editorial process

Example: If you choose APA, all your references will follow the format: (Smith, 2020, p. 45) in the text, with complete bibliography at the end.

Can I mix styles if my academic field requires it?

Our policy establishes maintaining consistency throughout the manuscript with a single citation style. However, we understand that some special cases may require flexibility:

Exceptional cases where we could consider it:

• Interdisciplinary works with clearly differentiated sections by discipline
• Collective works with chapters by authors from different academic fields
• Compilations where each contribution maintains its original style

Recommended process:

• Contact the Content Editor before submitting your proposal
• Explain the specific academic reasons for mixing styles
• Propose a clear plan for how it will be organized (e.g., "Chapters 1-3 in APA, Chapters 4-6 in Chicago")
• Ensure coherence within each thematic section

If your work is interdisciplinary, it is generally better to choose a single flexible style (such as Chicago) that can adapt to different types of sources.

What keywords should I provide?

You should include between 5-8 keywords that maximize your book's visibility in academic search systems:

Recommended distribution:

• 3-4 UNESCO Thesaurus terms: For international standardization and compatibility with library classification systems
• 2-3 discipline-specific terms: Include terminology that researchers in your field actively use in searches
• 1-2 emerging or interdisciplinary terms: If applicable, to capture innovative approaches

Selection criteria:

• Use terms that truly describe your book's core content
• Include synonyms or relevant terminological variants
• Consider English terms if your discipline uses them internationally
• Avoid terms that are too broad ("science") or too specific

Support tools:

• Consult the UNESCO Thesaurus: vocabularies.unesco.org
• Review keywords from recent similar publications
• Consider terms used in your discipline's databases (MeSH, IEEE, etc.)

Editorial guidance: If you have doubts about keyword selection or need guidance to optimize your work's indexing, our editorial team can provide personalized advice. Contact your assigned editor or write to [editorial advice email] to receive specific recommendations according to your discipline and target audience.

Example: For a book on artificial intelligence in education:

• UNESCO: "artificial intelligence", "educational technology", "pedagogical innovation"
• Discipline-specific: "educational machine learning", "adaptive learning"
• Emerging: "ethical AI in education"

How to write an effective abstract for indexing?

An effective abstract for indexing must be strategic and optimized for both researchers and academic search engines. Key elements include:

Essential structure:

• Context and topic relevance (why does it matter?)
• Specific objective of your book
• Methodology or approach used
• Main findings or contributions
• Implications and conclusions

Optimization for indexing:

• Strategic keywords naturally integrated
• English version for international reach (80% of global researchers)
• Length of 150-300 words according to indexer requirements

Important: These abstracts are used specifically in indexer metadata, academic databases and repositories, not within the book's content.

As a publisher, we accompany you throughout this process with our team of academic SEO experts and trilingual translation services (English, Spanish and Portuguese).

👉 Read our complete guide on how to write an effective academic abstract where you will find practical examples, quality checklists and advanced optimization strategies.

Do I need to provide my ORCID ID?

For book metadata: Yes, it is highly recommended and practically mandatory, especially for peer-reviewed books. Increasingly, academic content platforms are adopting ORCID as the standard for author identification, which significantly improves the visibility and traceability of your work.

For printed and digital book content: It is optional, although we strongly recommend it for academic dissemination reasons.

How do we include it?

• Digital version: We include the complete URL of your ORCID (example: https://orcid.org/0000-0000-0000-0000)
• Printed version: In addition to the URL, we can add a QR code to facilitate direct access from mobile devices
• Location: Your ORCID will appear on the book's credits page next to your name

In case of co-authorship: We request the ORCID ID of all authors and co-authors. Each identifier will be included associated with the corresponding name on the credits page.

Don't have an ORCID ID yet? You can get one free at: https://orcid.org/register. Registration takes only a few minutes.

Benefits of including your ORCID:

• Greater visibility of your academic work
• Clear differentiation of your author identity
• Better indexing in academic databases
• Automatic connection with your other publications
• Consistent recognition across different platforms

What biographical information is required?

For the publication of open access books and indexing in DOAB, author biographical information must comply with academic standards and facilitate identification and traceability of scientific production.

Essential biographical information

Author biography:

• Length: 100-200 words with academic focus
• Writing: In third person
• Priority content:
  • Highest academic degree obtained and university
  • Current institutional affiliation (department, faculty, university)
  • Areas of specialization and research
  • Relevant previous publications (especially open access)
  • Active research projects or received funding
  • Academic recognitions or relevant awards

Persistent identifiers (mandatory)

ORCID iD:

• Unique identifier for researchers
• Format: https://orcid.org/0000-0000-0000-0000
• Essential for DOAB indexing
• If you don't have one, register free at https://orcid.org

Other useful identifiers:

• ResearcherID (Web of Science)
• Scopus Author ID
• Google Scholar Profile

Institutional affiliation

Complete and updated information:

• Full institution name
• Department or academic unit
• Country
• ROR ID (Research Organization Registry) if available

Author photograph

• Format: High-resolution JPG or PNG (300 dpi minimum)
• Size: Minimum 1500 x 2000 pixels
• Style: Professional/academic, neutral background

Academic digital presence

• Institutional or personal academic website
• Academic profiles: ResearchGate, Academia.edu, Google Scholar
• Institutional repositories where your works are located

Contact information (optional)

• Institutional email
• Can be included to facilitate academic collaboration

Example biography for open access

"Dr. María González is Associate Professor in the Department of Social Sciences at the National University. Doctor of Sociology from the University of Barcelona, her research focuses on social movements and public policy in Latin America. She has published three open access books and over 20 articles in indexed journals. Currently directs the 'Democracy and Citizen Participation' project funded by the National Research Fund. ORCID: 0000-0002-1234-5678"

This structured information significantly improves the visibility, citability and discoverability of your work in the open access academic ecosystem.

How long does it take to appear in indexers?

Indexing time is a crucial factor we consider in your editorial planning, as it varies significantly by platform:

• Average time: Between 1 and 90 days from the start of the publication process
• Influencing factors: Type of indexer, quality of metadata provided and internal processes of each platform

Practical recommendations:

• We plan in advance: We include this indexing period in your editorial calendar, especially considering if you have specific launch dates.
• We optimize your metadata: Within the editorial calendar, we manage in advance elements that may slow the process, such as obtaining the digital and/or printed ISBN. We will request necessary data in initial stages (title, author, categories, description) to expedite the process.
• Check regularly: Monitor your book's appearance on different platforms and online bookstores.

Can I customize the marketing kit I receive?

Yes, absolutely. You will work directly with our designer to customize materials with your book's images, photographs and any visual element you consider necessary to promote your work effectively.

Do you help me promote on academic social networks?

For academic social networks (such as ResearchGate, Academia.edu or Google Scholar), we recommend you conduct promotion directly from your academic profile. This allows the book to be correctly associated with your academic identifier (ORCID, Researcher ID, etc.) and strengthens your professional profile.

Can I request printed copies for events?

Yes. Depending on the type of publication:

Amazon publication: We conduct the entire publication process for you. You will have full control of your account and 100% of royalties. From the Amazon KDP portal you can request author copies at preferential prices.

Printing with local distributor: We will act in your representation to comply with all printer requirements, making the process easier for you.

Can I distribute my book in my own institution?

Yes, it is completely possible. You have full freedom to distribute your work. You can share the book in digital format with your institution, university library, academic department or any other entity you consider appropriate. This does not affect the terms of publication on other platforms.

How do I access download and sales statistics?

You will be able to access different types of reports depending on the channel:

DOAB and Crossref records: You can request access reports generated from the DOI and Doabooks statistics.

Sales on Amazon: You will see directly all your sales and royalties from the Amazon KDP dashboard. We provide you access to this platform so you can monitor your publication's sales.

Will you notify me when someone cites my book?

Yes, we help you set up a tracking system:

• You will receive periodic citation reports through the Crossref DOI system.
• We will set up Google Scholar Alerts in your account so you receive notifications when your book is cited in new publications.

This will allow you to track the academic impact of your work in real time.

Can I update my author information afterward?

It is crucial to have the correct data before publication. Once published, content propagates through different indexers and bibliographic databases, and many of these platforms do not automatically update information.

Critical data that must be correct from the start:

• Chapter title
• Abstract/summary
• Keywords
• Author's full name
• Institutional affiliation at time of contribution
• ORCID

If you need to correct author information: Although DOI allows metadata updates, not all indexing or libraries will reflect these changes. Therefore, if you detect an error in your author information, report it immediately to the editorial team to minimize incorrect data propagation.

How do I report errors found after publication?

In an open and collaborative book model, error correction is part of the natural improvement process. If you find an error after publication, follow these steps:

Types of errors and how to report them:

Minor typographical or formatting errors: You can report them directly through the platform's comments system, indicating the exact location (chapter, section, page or paragraph). The editorial team will review and correct these errors in the next minor update.

Substantial errors (incorrect data, wrong references, outdated information): Contact the editorial team through [specific email/form], providing:

• Exact error location
• Clear description of the problem
• Evidence or sources supporting the correction
• Your contact information

Metadata errors (author, affiliation, DOI): These require priority attention. Contact the editorial team immediately, as some data may propagate to external indexers.

Review process: The editorial team will evaluate the report within [X days/weeks], determine error severity and coordinate with original authors when necessary. All corrections will be registered in the chapter version history.

Can I request a new corrected version?

Yes, one benefit of the open book model is the ability to keep content updated and corrected. The version type will depend on the nature of the changes:

Minor versions (corrections):

• Correction of typos or typographical errors
• Update of broken links
• Format corrections
• Minor adjustments that don't change substantial content

These corrections are periodically grouped and published as minor updates (e.g., v1.1, v1.2), maintaining the same primary DOI but with a record in the change history.

Major versions (substantial revisions):

• Significant content update due to new findings
• Incorporation of new scientific evidence
• Section restructuring
• Changes that modify conclusions or recommendations

To request a major revision:

• Submit a proposal to the editorial team explaining the proposed changes and their justification
• The editorial team will evaluate relevance and scope
• If approved, you will coordinate with the team to establish timelines
• The new version may receive a new version number (e.g., v2.0) or even a new DOI depending on the magnitude of changes

Transparency and traceability: All previous versions remain accessible, and each version includes a clear record of changes made, who made them and when. This guarantees academic integrity and allows readers to cite the specific version they consulted.

What if I change institutional affiliation?

We understand that institutional affiliation changes are very common in academic careers. Institutional affiliation is recognized as the institution, foundation, university, training center, company or clinic that provided the time or resources to conduct the research.

What should you do when you change affiliation?

Update your author profile: As soon as you change institutions, update your affiliation information in your profile within the book platform.

Your contribution remains: Chapters or sections you have already written will retain the institutional affiliation you had at the time of that work, as that was the institution that supported that specific contribution.

New contributions: For new chapters, revisions or updates after your change, use your current affiliation.

Transparency and traceability: In an open and collaborative book model, it is important to maintain traceability of who supported each contribution. This is also relevant for compliance with open access institutional policies.

Special cases:

• If you have multiple simultaneous affiliations, you can indicate both institutions.
• If you make a significant update to a chapter from your new institution, this can be reflected in the updated version's metadata.

How do you handle books with multiple authors?

Editorial Cuadernos de Sofía facilitates the publication of collective works through a simple and guided process:

OMP Registration: When submitting your proposal through https://books.cuadernosdesofia.com, a primary author (corresponding author) must be designated who will be the main contact with the publisher and will manage the file in the Open Monograph Press (OMP) platform. Co-authors register in the platform with their complete data: name, ORCID, institutional affiliation and email.

Author order: The primary author appears first, followed by co-authors in the order agreed between them before submission. This order is maintained in all metadata (cover, technical sheet, DOI, indexing).

Differentiated roles: For collective works like anthologies or compilations, a compiler can be designated who is credited as "Compiled by: [Name]" on the cover, while each chapter indicates its specific author(s).

Communication: The Editor-in-Chief contacts the primary author within 24 hours of submission, who must coordinate internally with co-authors during the editorial process (review, editing, proof approval).

Do all authors or co-authors need to sign something?

Yes, all authors and co-authors must digitally sign the following documents through Talabre's Digital Signature Services, integrated with DocuSign (which complies with GDPR and ISO 27001):

• Publication Authorization with Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0): Grants permission to publish the work in open access, allowing others to share and adapt the content with proper attribution.
• Digital Permissions Declaration: Certifies that all images, figures, tables or third-party materials included in the book have necessary permissions for use and publication.
• Conflict of Interest Absence Consent: Declares the absence of personal, financial or professional interests that could influence the work, following our conflict of interest policy.
• Funding Declaration (if applicable): Reports any funding received for research or publication (e.g., government agency funds, institutional funding, corporate funding).
• Other specific requirements: Depending on your country, ministry, institution or funder, additional declarations may be requested (e.g., research ethics compliance, committee approval, FAIR data). The Editor-in-Chief will guide you on these requirements at initial contact.

Process: The primary author receives digital documents and coordinates all co-authors' signatures. Signatures are managed securely and each signatory receives a certified copy.

How are rights divided among co-authors?

All authors and co-authors share the work's rights in an equitable manner, without hierarchical distinction in legal terms:

Primary author: Appears first on cover, metadata and technical sheet, acting as editorial contact, but does not have superior rights over the content.

Co-authors: Appear in agreed order and possess the same intellectual property rights as the primary author.

International protection: The work is protected under all authors' ownership in more than 180 Berne Convention signatory countries, without additional registration (although it can be registered in countries where necessary for additional legal benefits).

Royalty distribution (if applicable): In case of print-on-demand sales, income is divided equally among all authors, unless a prior written agreement states otherwise that must be notified to the publisher.

Note: For collective books where each chapter has different authors, rights are managed per chapter (each author retains rights over their specific contribution).

Can there be invited editors or collaborators?

Yes, absolutely. Editorial Cuadernos de Sofía encourages academic collaboration and allows inclusion of:

Invited editors or academics: Can be proposed by the primary author to assist in content editing (e.g., reviewing arguments, structure, disciplinary consistency). They must have:

• ORCID (academic identifier)
• Institutional email (university, research center)
• Demonstrable academic trajectory (previous publications, experience in book topic, not necessarily as an editor)

Collaborators: People who contributed significantly to the book (e.g., data collection, technical review, translation) can be recognized in the Acknowledgments section (optional, can be added in later editorial stages).

Accreditation: Invited editors are credited as "Editing: [Editor's Name]" on the credits page and technical sheet, with ORCID if applicable. Compilers (for anthologies) are credited as "Compiled by: [Name]" on the cover.

Process: If you want to include an invited editor, notify us in the initial proposal or during contact with the Editor-in-Chief (within 24 hours of submission). The publisher will verify their credentials and integrate them into the editorial process in OMP.

What if there are conflicts between co-authors during the process?

Editorial Cuadernos de Sofía has a simple and guided conflict resolution protocol to guarantee a fair editorial process:

1. Detection and notification:

• If a conflict arises between co-authors (e.g., disagreement over authorship, author order, manuscript content, editorial decisions), the primary author or any co-author must notify the Editor-in-Chief immediately at editorial@cuadernosdesofia.com.
• The editorial process temporarily pauses until the conflict is resolved, to protect all involved parties' interests.

2. Initial mediation (5–10 business days):

• The Editor-in-Chief acts as neutral mediator, listening to all involved parties separately (via email or video call).
• Relevant documentation is requested (e.g., prior co-authorship agreements, emails, drafts with contribution history).
• The Editor-in-Chief proposes practical solutions based on Publication Standards and ethical principles (e.g., adjust author order, divide chapters, recognize specific contributions).

3. Editorial Committee resolution (10–15 business days):

• If initial mediation doesn't resolve the conflict, the case escalates to the Editorial Committee (3–5 independent members), which meets bi-weekly.
• The Committee evaluates:
  • Actual contributions of each co-author to the manuscript.
  • Prior agreements (written or implicit) between co-authors.
  • Compliance with authorship ethical norms (e.g., ICMJE criteria: conception, writing, review, final approval).
  • Undeclared conflicts of interest.
• The Committee issues a binding final written decision, which may include:
  • Adjust author order or roles (e.g., change to "primary author" or "collaborator").
  • Divide the work into separate publications.
  • Suspend publication until co-authors reach external agreement.
  • In serious cases (e.g., internal plagiarism, fabricated contributions), reject the work.

4. Record and appeal:

• All decisions are recorded in the book's editorial file in Open Monograph Press (OMP), accessible at verify.talabre.com.
• If any co-author disagrees with the decision, they can file a formal appeal within 15 business days (see Appeal Process in Publication Standards).

5. Work protection:

• During the conflict, the manuscript remains confidential and is not distributed or published until resolution.
• If the conflict is not resolved within 60 business days, the publisher reserves the right to cancel publication and return the manuscript to the authors at no cost.

Prevention: To avoid conflicts, we recommend co-authors agree in writing before submission:

• Author order and criteria (e.g., intellectual contribution, writing, data analysis).
• Specific roles (primary author, co-authors, collaborators).
• Decision-making process during editing (e.g., simple majority, consensus).
• Royalty distribution (if applicable).

Contact: To report conflicts or inquiries, write to editorial@cuadernosdesofia.com. Editorial Cuadernos de Sofía guarantees a transparent and ethical process, protecting all involved authors' rights.

Do you accept translations of already published works?

Editorial Cuadernos de Sofía has non-peer-reviewed collections, in which case we can publish work translations. Under peer review, it is not possible to publish translations of previously published works, as our process requires academic originality.

What about doctoral theses converted to books?

Editorial Cuadernos de Sofía has special collections for doctoral theses, but these do not include peer review, as theses have already undergone institutional academic evaluation. If you want to substantially transform your thesis into an academic book with new content, additional analysis or expanded chapters, you can opt for our peer review process.

Can I publish an updated second edition?

Yes, we accept updated second editions of previously published works (even if the first edition was with another publisher). The second edition must include significant updates such as: new chapters, substantial revision of existing content, data or bibliography update, or incorporation of new developments in the field. You must specify in your proposal what changes the new edition includes compared to the original. Second editions can opt for peer review if they include substantially new academic content. The work will receive a new ISBN and DOI, maintaining the reference to the previous edition in the metadata.

Do you accept compilations or edited books?

Yes, we accept collective books, anthologies and edited compilations. In your proposal you must indicate that it is a collective book and include:

• Complete list of contributing authors with their institutional affiliations and ORCID
• Description of each chapter and its corresponding author
• Credentials of the book's compiler/editor
• Confirmation that all authors have authorized publication

Compilers will be credited as "Compiled by: [Name]" on the cover and receive recognition on the technical sheet. Each contributing author will be identified in their corresponding chapter. Compilations can opt for peer review, evaluating thematic coherence of the whole and quality of individual chapters.

What should I do with content I've already published in articles?

It is common for authors to develop books from previously published scientific journal articles. This is acceptable provided you are transparent in your proposal, indicating:

• Which previous articles form the basis of book chapters
• How you have expanded, updated or integrated that content into a coherent argument
• Confirmation that you have rights to reuse that content (verify the copyright policy of journals where you published)
• If you published under Creative Commons license, indicate which one

The book must represent a substantially new contribution, not just a compilation of existing articles. Our Content Editor will help you evaluate if the manuscript meets originality standards. Remember that we verify similarity through Crossref Similarity Check (iThenticate), so transparency is essential to avoid ethical problems.

How do I access my author dashboard?

Editorial Cuadernos de Sofía uses two complementary platforms to manage your publication:

1. Editorial Etal Portal (etal.cuadernosdesofia.com)

Main platform where you can view and track the entire editorial process, including:

• ✅ Initial assessment of your proposal's suitability
• ✅ Author guidance and manuscript preparation
• ✅ Peer review preparation (documentation, metadata)
• ✅ Legal documentation and contract management
• ✅ Design stage (covers, layout)
• ✅ Physical book production (print-on-demand)
• ✅ Marketing and promotion
• ✅ Web design and digital presence
• ✅ Payment tracking and billing

Access: You will receive personalized access credentials once your proposal is approved. The Editor-in-Chief will contact you within the first 24 hours with detailed instructions.

2. Open Monograph Press (OMP) - Peer Review and Open Access Publication

Specialized platform at https://books.cuadernosdesofia.com for:

• 📚 Peer review process (Hybrid or Complete Traditional Model)
• 📚 Interaction with reviewers and evaluators
• 📚 Final open access publication (PDF, EPUB, HTML)
• 📚 DOI generation and academic metadata
• 📚 Indexing in Google Scholar and Crossref
• 📚 Impact metrics and downloads (Professional and Premium packages)

Access: It is automatically created when you submit your proposal through the portal. You will receive notifications at each review process stage.

How they work together?

• Editorial Etal Portal = Complete view of your entire editorial project, from proposal to marketing
• OMP = Specific management of the academic process (peer review and scientific publication)

Both platforms work in integrated form to offer you complete transparency at each publication stage.

Need help accessing? Write to editorial@cuadernosdesofia.com and our team will assist you within 24 hours.

What if I can't upload files?

If you have technical problems uploading files to the platform, you can:

• Send them directly by email to editorial@cuadernosdesofia.com
• Contact the support team for technical assistance
• Use alternative formats if the problem persists (Word, PDF or LaTeX)

What are support hours?

09:00 - 17:00 Chile

Can I schedule consultation video calls?

Yes, you can schedule video calls with the editorial team to resolve questions or review your manuscript. To schedule, write to editorial@cuadernosdesofia.com indicating:

• Your preferred date/time
• Topics you want to discuss
• Your time zone

We will respond within 24-48 hours with confirmation.

Are there tutorials or step-by-step guides?

Yes, we are constantly developing educational resources:

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@editorialcuadernosdesofia

• Tutorials on using OMP (Open Monograph Press)
• Guides for preparing your manuscript
• Videos on the peer review process

If you need a tutorial on a specific topic, write to editorial@cuadernosdesofia.com

How do I know you are not a predatory publisher?

We meet all criteria of legitimate academic publishers, verifiable publicly:

1. Complete transparency:

• Public editorial policies at books.cuadernosdesofia.com
• Documented peer review process (section 3.1)
• Verifiable certificates at verify.talabre.com
• RUT: 77.649.795-9, registered in the Chilean Chamber of Books

2. Indexing in recognized bases:

• DOAB, Google Scholar and Crossref (for all books)
• DOI assigned to each publication
• Metadata compatible with ORCID and Dublin Core

3. Ethical standards:

• Mandatory peer review (Hybrid or Traditional Models)
• Plagiarism verification with Crossref Similarity Check (iThenticate)
• Retraction and corrections policies (section 4.4)
• Compliance with COPE, GDPR, ISO 27001

4. We never:

• Send spam emails requesting manuscripts
• Promise guaranteed acceptance
• Charge hidden or surprise fees

You can verify our standards at thinkchecksubmit.org and compare us with predatory publisher criteria. We are also registered as a First Category Enterprise recognized by the Chilean State.

Are there topics or methodological approaches you don't accept?

We accept manuscripts from all academic and professional disciplines: social sciences, humanities, exact sciences, health sciences, engineering, arts, etc. We also accept all valid methodological approaches: qualitative, quantitative, mixed research, case studies, ethnography, documentary analysis, action-research, among others.

The only content we do not accept is that which:

• Promotes discrimination, violence or ethical violations
• Violates third-party copyright
• Does not meet basic standards of academic or professional rigor

If you have doubts about your manuscript's eligibility, send us a 1-page summary through books.cuadernosdesofia.com for free evaluation. The Editor-in-Chief will contact you within 24 hours with initial feedback.

How can you guarantee 6-12 months when other publishers take years?

Our 6-12 month timeline is based on three key factors:

1. Efficient editorial process:

We use Open Monograph Press (OMP), an open-source platform that manages each process stage (proposal → review → editing → publication) in an integrated way, without downtime between phases.

2. Personalized attention:

Unlike large publishers handling thousands of manuscripts simultaneously, each author receives direct support from day 1. The Editor-in-Chief contacts you within 24 hours of submitting your proposal, and you can monitor your book's progress in real time through your OMP dashboard.

3. Agile model:

We combine the academic rigor of university publishers (peer review, certificates, indexing) with the efficiency of commercial publishing, eliminating unnecessary bureaucracy.

Exact timeline depends on your manuscript complexity and chosen review model (see section 3.1 of our Publication Standards).

Why are your prices so accessible compared to other publishers?

We are significantly more economical because we operate as a "boutique publisher" without large corporation costs:

• No expensive offices or massive marketing teams
• No shareholders seeking maximum profits
• We reinvest in technology (OMP) and efficient processes
• Our model is based on sustainable volume, not excessive margins

We believe academic knowledge should be accessible for both readers (free open access) and authors (fair publication costs). You can compare our packages (Academic, Professional, Premium) with other publishers and verify we offer the best value for money on the market.

Can you show me examples of authors who obtained funding after publishing with you?

We are currently documenting specific success cases. However, we guarantee that all our books automatically meet the open access requirements of major international funders:

Funders who recognize our standards:

• Horizon Europe (European Union): CC BY 4.0 license, long-term hosting (10 years), DOI and FAIR metadata
• NIH, NSF (USA): Immediate free PDF availability, indexing in academic bases
• ANID, FONDECYT (Chile): Compliance with Open Science standards

You can verify compliance of any of our published books by consulting the Chilean Chamber of Books or our catalog at books.cuadernosdesofia.com. If you need a commitment letter for your funding proposal, contact us at editorial@cuadernosdesofia.com.