Crux: The Georgia Series in Literary Nonfiction

Thank you for your interest in the University of Georgia Press's Crux series. 

Please submit either a complete manuscript (in approximately the range of 40-100k words) with a cover letter providing a brief (250-500 word) project synopsis and author bio; or a proposal adhering to the directions provided below:

1. Title
2. Overview (1–2 pages) and explanation of the scope, focus, and purpose of the book.
3. Significant or unique features (e.g., new subject area, distinguished contributors, unique form). Provide information that will help us answer the question, “Why would this book be a valuable contribution to the genre of literary nonfiction?” Please tell us what other books or resources are available on your topic, or on closely related topics, and how your proposed book differs from these.
4. At least two sample chapters.
5. If you are proposing a book of unusual size or format, please describe and tell us why you think it's necessary to the project.
6. Describe any photographs, illustrations, charts, etc., that will be part of the book.
7. Estimated length. (We're looking for manuscripts that range from 40,000 to 100,000 words.)
8. Tentative schedule for completion of draft.
9. A copy of your current résumé or CV.

Please allow us three months to consider your proposal before you make any follow-up inquiries. We make every effort to respond as quickly as possible. Thank you.