Abstract Books: A Scholarly Output for Conferences and Workshops
An abstract book is an essential scholarly output of a conference or workshop, serving as a comprehensive record of the research presented during the event. It typically includes abstracts of all accepted papers, poster presentations, oral communications, workshops, symposia, and other forms of contributions. The conference organizers can publish these abstracts as a monograph, adhering to proper ethical publishing methods in both print and online formats, accompanied by an International Standard Book Number (ISBN), electronic ISBN (e-ISBN), and a Digital Object Identifier (DOI).
Once published, the abstracts become accessible online, allowing participants to freely download them. Organizers can also opt for hard copy versions, including print, electronic (e-version), CDs of abstracts, or flash drives (USB).
Tamilmanam Publishers extended an invitation to conference organizers to submit proposals for publishing their abstracts as books or e-books, featuring:
- Unrestricted worldwide access to the abstracts, ensuring maximum visibility and dissemination of the research.
- The conference organizers maintaining complete editorial control over the publication, allowing them to shape the content and style according to their preferences.
- Low publication costs for the abstract book, including the assignment of an ISBN and e-ISBN, making it a cost-effective option.
- Abstracts are not considered pre-publications, enabling authors to later submit their full papers to any scholarly journal without concerns about prior publication.
- Authors are free to publish their full papers in any scholarly journal, allowing for further development and sharing of their research.
The Abstract Book: A Valuable Resource
Publishing conference abstracts with a trusted publisher like Tamilmanam, secured with an ISBN or e-ISBN, provides several benefits. It helps maintain a record of the conference and ensures global dissemination of the research. The abstract book serves as an efficient way to distribute the subject matter to participants, providing them with a concise overview of the presented studies.
The abstract book should adhere to a standardized structure, typically including:
- Title of the title, author(s) name, affiliation(s), and keywords
- An abstract of at least 250-300 words, focusing on the background, objective, methodology, results, and conclusion
- All contents should be in English, with the option for inclusion of Tamil and other languages, requiring proper proofreading from the institution, association, or society.
Abstract Book Publishing Fee
Institutions, associations, or academic societies organizing a conference can publish their abstracts by paying a nominal fee of Rs 500 (page limit of 250 words) for a complete book. This fee covers the cost of publishing, review, and distribution.
How to Publish a Conference Abstract Book with Tamilmanam Publishers
To publish an abstract book with Tamilmanam, organizers should:
- Review the provided information and submit the abstract book to the publisher.
- After a proper review of the conference details, the publisher will send an official letter electronically, outlining the formalities, payment type, and required instructions to the organizer.
- Once the fee is paid, organizers can use the publisher’s name and logo in the abstract book.
- The organizers should collect the full content and send it in a single, editable Microsoft Word file, enclosed in a Zip file.
- Tamilmanam will publish the abstract book within 3 weeks, assigning an ISBN and DOI.
By following these guidelines and partnering with Tamilmanam Publishers, conference organizers can efficiently create a valuable abstract book that showcases the research presented at their event, while also taking advantage of the publisher’s expertise in scholarly publishing.