Publish your medical and academic work with DR Publications
Send a proposal for a textbook, practical guide, clinical reference or educational resource. A complete manuscript is not required for an initial publishing enquiry.
Why publish with us
Built by educators, for educators
We understand curricula, exams and how students learn — so we edit for clarity and usefulness, not just correctness.
Print and digital
Print and e-book options help readers access your work in the format they prefer.
Distribution support
Your book can be listed through our online store and relevant partner channels.
A clear process
We involve authors at key stages and agree on timelines before production begins.
Transparent terms
Publishing terms and applicable royalties are recorded in a written agreement.
What we welcome
We welcome proposals in gross anatomy, neuroanatomy, embryology, genetics, physiology, histology, biochemistry, pathology, pharmacology, microbiology and clinical medicine. We also consider dissection manuals, image-based anatomy guides, case discussions, assessment books and resources for undergraduate medical education.
A proposal can use Competency-Based Education, Problem-Based Learning or another clearly explained teaching approach. Describe how the proposed book helps readers understand, practise or apply knowledge.
- Textbooks and subject guides, including CBME-aligned books where relevant
- Question banks and MCQ books for university and entrance exams
- Reference works, atlases, handbooks and quick-review guides
- Practical, viva and spotter manuals
- Reasoning-led companions and concept explainers
- Postgraduate and specialty references
Faculty, clinicians, demonstrators and postgraduate students with sound knowledge and something useful to say. First-time authors are welcome.
What we offer our authors
- Professional editing and proofreading
- Cover design, typesetting and figure preparation
- ISBN and print/digital production coordination, as agreed
- Distribution through the publisher's store and applicable channels
- Marketing support such as listings, social media and launch promotion, as agreed
- Royalty statements and payment according to the signed agreement
- A point of contact throughout the publishing process
Publishing options
At proposal stage, we discuss the model appropriate for the book and its audience.
Royalty / traditional publishing
Where accepted under this model, production responsibilities and royalty terms are defined in the signed agreement.
Co-publishing / author-assisted
For suitable specialist titles, costs, responsibilities, deliverables and royalty terms are agreed in writing before work begins.
Exact terms, costs, rights, royalties and deliverables must be agreed for each title before production begins.
The publishing journey
Submit your proposal
Submit your proposal and sample material.
Discuss the project
Discuss the audience, scope, educational approach and manuscript requirements.
Agree the terms
Agree the publishing arrangement, responsibilities, rights and financial terms in writing.
Prepare the manuscript
Prepare the manuscript, references, figures and permissions for the agreed editorial and production process.
Review proofs
Review proofs and final publication details before release.
Publication
Print and/or digital production follows the agreed publication plan.
Distribution and reporting
Distribution, promotion and any royalty reporting follow the agreement.
A typical target may be 8–16 weeks after agreement, depending on manuscript readiness, revisions and production requirements. The confirmed schedule will be agreed for each title.
What makes a useful proposal
Identify the reader and the problem your book solves. Explain its scope, how the chapters are organised and how it differs from existing resources. Include sample material that demonstrates accuracy, clarity and the educational approach.
- Proposed title
- Author names and verified professional details
- Intended readers, subject and level
- Synopsis and proposed contents
- Estimated length and sample chapter
- Illustration requirements
- Competing or comparable titles
- Manuscript completion status and expected completion date
Editable Word (.docx), consistent body text and reference style, with high-resolution figures supplied separately where applicable.
Scientific accuracy and image rights
Authors should provide accurate references and identify the source of each figure, photograph, table and borrowed passage. Previously published material may require permission for commercial reuse. Clinical and cadaveric photographs require appropriate ethical, privacy and rights documentation.
Do not submit patient-identifiable material through a general enquiry form. Remove identifying details and ensure appropriate permissions and ethical documentation are in place before any relevant material is considered.
Author FAQ
Who owns the copyright?
Copyright and publishing rights are defined in the agreement for your title. Please review the written terms before signing.
How and when are royalties paid?
Where royalties apply, the rate, calculation method, reporting and payment cycle are specified in the agreement.
Is there any cost to me?
Any author contribution or production cost, if applicable, will be disclosed in writing before work begins.
Can I update the book later?
Revised editions can be discussed with the editorial team as the subject evolves.
Do you publish first-time authors?
Yes, proposals from first-time authors are welcome and will be reviewed on their merits.
How long does it take?
Timing depends on manuscript readiness and production requirements. A schedule will be agreed for each accepted title.
Start with your proposal
Start with your proposal
Tell us what you want to write, who needs it and how far the manuscript has progressed. A complete manuscript is not required for an initial publishing enquiry. Email author@drpublications.com or use the form below.
Submit ProposalSubmit your proposal
AUTHOR PROPOSAL / SUBMISSION FORM
Complete this form and attach a sample chapter if available. You may also email your proposal to author@drpublications.com.
Clear terms for every title
Publishing arrangements vary with the project. Available formats, editorial services, illustration work, production costs, distribution, royalties, payment schedules and rights are defined in the agreement. Ask for clarification before committing to a proposal.