Computer and Technology Book Publishers

Match your expertise with the right computer and technology book publishers
By Lisa J. Jackson, Writer / Editor Finding a technology book publishing company or any computer book publishers to fit your area of expertise will take a little bit of time. A major requirement for either of these fields is that you are a subject matter expert on the area you are writing. So before searching for a market, make sure you can prove you're qualified to write on the topic.

The Internet offers numerous resources for publisher searches and you can quickly become inundated with data if you don't have some type of focus. Keep the following in mind to help yourself start down the path to finding computer and technology book publishing companies:

1. Research the market once you have at least a detailed outline of your book. It is usually best to have a complete manuscript ready to submit.

2. Pursue the traditional tech book publishing route if you have an innovative way of teaching and discussing a topic.

3. Look into the e-book market avenue if you want to get your book to market quickly.

Submit your proposal to tech book publishers showing how you make learning fun

Most technology and computer book publishers would like to see a book proposal before a full manuscript. It's a competitive market and to get into the big houses you will need strong credentials and an agent. The effort can pay off with royalties and consistent work if you land a spot on a large publisher's roster.
Try:  Wiley Publishing is responsible for the "For Dummies" books. They invite authors to submit their credentials, but you will need agent representation to submit a proposal. McGraw-Hill seeks authors who are highly respected experts in their field willing to work with editorial and production teams to produce high-quality resource material.

Identify some computer book companies who seek your area of knowledge

Finding creative writers with the ability to write in an approachable yet succinct and detailed style for a diverse audience is a challenge for computer and technology book publishing houses. If you believe you have the right combination of expertise and clear writing style, your skills are definitely sought.
Try:  Wordware Publishing seeks computer book writers. They stress time to market pressures and expect solid on-time deliverables, but first you must submit a completed questionnaire. Peachpit accepts computer book proposals that specifically address their certain list of questions.

Find technology book companies seeking new authors

The technology book market isn't just for engineers and technical-types any more. The market is for anyone wanting to exist in today's technology-flooded world. This is a great market to break in to if you are a creative writer who can clearly write documentation for the average consumer.
Try:  Course Technology PTR is open to receiving your proposal in a cutting-edge technological area. Industrial Press is seeking to expand its library of technology titles as well as delve into electronic publishing. They are open to writing plans and suggestions for new books.

• Convincing a technology publishing company you have the proper credentials and writing ability they seek is your biggest challenge. The market is growing as fast as technology, so it's to your benefit to have an area of expertise that is sought after.