Writing for Publication in Nursing and Healthcare - Getting It Right

Writing for Publication in Nursing and Healthcare helps readers develop the skills necessary for publishing in professional journals, presenting conference papers, authoring books, research reports, and literature reviews, and more. This comprehensive resource covers all aspects of writing for publication, including good practice in reviewing, the editorial process, ethical aspects of publishing, and the rules that govern academic writing, publishing, and dissemination. Assuming no prior expertise in the subject, the text uses an accessible, step-by-step approach that incorporates a wealth of real-life examples, hands-on activities, and valuable tips throughout.
 
The second edition reflects the latest developments, guidelines, and practices both in academic publishing and in research assessment and dissemination. New and updated material covers the increasing use of social media to disseminate published work, post-publication scrutiny, contemporary issues surrounding predatory or unethical publishers, and new requirements for research registration and submission data. Edited by leading experts in the field, this practical 'how to' guide:
* Describes the basics of writing for publication and how to get started
* Includes numerous examples illustrating the practical ways abstracts, papers, book reviews, and other publications are written and disseminated
* Discusses current issues and developments, such as the impact of major ethics organisations on publishing worldwide and the rise of online journals, blogging, and podcasting
* Features contributions by internationally recognised academics and practitioners
* Explains how to turn research reports and other assignments into publishable works
 
The definitive introduction to the subject, Writing for Publication in Nursing and Healthcare is a must-have for all nurses and healthcare professionals, as well as undergraduate and graduate students in nursing and healthcare programs who are required to write for publication.

List of contents

List of contributors ix
 
Foreword x
 
Preface xii
 
Acknowledgements xiv
 
1 Introduction: The Book, Its Philosophy and Its Focus 1
Karen Holland, and Roger Watson
 
Introduction 1
 
Why publish what we write? 2
 
What are perceived barriers to successful writing? 3
 
How can we succeed? 4
 
Summary 5
 
References 6
 
Internet resources 6
 
2 The Basics of Writing for Publication and the Steps to Success: Getting Started 7
Roger Watson
 
Introduction 7
 
Barriers to writing 7
 
Learning about the publishing process 9
 
Getting started 9
 
The 'four rules' of writing 10
 
How to fill a blank page 13
 
The process of publishing 18
 
What happens next? 21
 
References 21
 
Internet resources 22
 
3 Writing a Conference Abstract and Paper for Presentation 23
Jan Draper
 
Introduction 23
 
Section 1: How to write a conference abstract 23
 
Section 2: How to prepare for a conference presentation and paper 34
 
Conclusion 43
 
References 43
 
4 Writing for Publication: Blogs and Other Forms of Social Media 44
Roger Watson
 
Introduction 44
 
Writing for publication: the blog 45
 
Wikipedia(r) 54
 
Tracking your influence on social media* 57
 
Conclusion 60
 
References 60
 
Internet resources 61
 
5 Writing for Publication: The Journal Article 62
Roger Watson
 
Introduction 62
 
What message and to whom? 62
 
Targeting a journal 65
 
Read the guidelines 66
 
Section 1: Reading the guidelines 67
 
Section 2: Writing and organising the article 70
 
Section 3: Writing the paper 86
 
Better writing 91
 
Submitting your manuscript 96
 
Conclusion 96
 
References 97
 
Internet resources 97
 
6 Writing for Publication: The Book 98
Karen Holland
 
Introduction 98
 
Why write a book? 98
 
Getting started 99
 
Contacting a publisher 100
 
Writing a book proposal 101
 
Writing on your own: key issues to consider 103
 
Writing with others: key issues to consider 103
 
The process of writing a book: key issues to consider 104
 
Tips for successful management of writing a book 104
 
Tips for being a book editor and author 107
 
What comes next? 108
 
Summary 109
 
References 109
 
Internet resources 110
 
7 Writing for Publication: Reporting your Literature Review 111
Helen Aveyard and Caroline Bradbury-Jones
 
Introduction 111
 
What is a literature review? 111
 
Rationale for this chapter 113
 
Conclusion 119
 
References 120
 
Internet resources 121
 
8 Writing for Publication: Turning Assignments into Publishable Works 122
Mark Hayter
 
Introduction 122
 
Get advice on writing up your work for publication 123
 
Role of supervisors/authorship 123
 
What type of publication? 124
 
Editing research dissertations and theses for publication 130
 
Conclusion 142
 
References 143
 
Internet resources 143
 
9 The Editorial Process 144
Roger Watson
 
Introduction 144
 
Who are editors? 144
 
What is editing about? 145
 
Who else is involved? 146
 
What do editors look for in an article? 148
 
Editorial boards 150
 
What happens to your manuscript? 152
 
Digital obj

About the author

Karen Holland is the Founding Editor of Nurse Education in Practice journal and Subject Chair for Nursing & Health Professions on the Scopus Content Selection and Advisory Board (CSAB), Elsevier. She is a Senior Lecturer (Honorary) in the School of Health and Society, University of Salford, Salford, UK.
Roger Watson is Professor of Nursing, Faculty of Health and Social Care, University of Hull, Hull, UK. He is a Registered Nurse and Editor-in-Chief of Nurse Education in Practice. Professor Watson was the Founding Chair of the Lancet Commission on Nursing, a founding member of the Global Advisory Group for the Future of Nursing, and is the current Vice President of the National Conference of University Professors (NCUP).

Summary

Writing for Publication in Nursing and Healthcare helps readers develop the skills necessary for publishing in professional journals, presenting conference papers, authoring books, research reports, and literature reviews, and more. This comprehensive resource covers all aspects of writing for publication, including good practice in reviewing, the editorial process, ethical aspects of publishing, and the rules that govern academic writing, publishing, and dissemination. Assuming no prior expertise in the subject, the text uses an accessible, step-by-step approach that incorporates a wealth of real-life examples, hands-on activities, and valuable tips throughout.

The second edition reflects the latest developments, guidelines, and practices both in academic publishing and in research assessment and dissemination. New and updated material covers the increasing use of social media to disseminate published work, post-publication scrutiny, contemporary issues surrounding predatory or unethical publishers, and new requirements for research registration and submission data. Edited by leading experts in the field, this practical 'how to' guide:
* Describes the basics of writing for publication and how to get started
* Includes numerous examples illustrating the practical ways abstracts, papers, book reviews, and other publications are written and disseminated
* Discusses current issues and developments, such as the impact of major ethics organisations on publishing worldwide and the rise of online journals, blogging, and podcasting
* Features contributions by internationally recognised academics and practitioners
* Explains how to turn research reports and other assignments into publishable works

The definitive introduction to the subject, Writing for Publication in Nursing and Healthcare is a must-have for all nurses and healthcare professionals, as well as undergraduate and graduate students in nursing and healthcare programs who are required to write for publication.

Product details

• Authors: K Holland, Karen Holland, Karen (School of Health and Society Holland, Karen Watson Holland, Roger Watson, Roger (Professor of Nursing Watson
• Assisted by: Kare Holland (Editor), Karen Holland (Editor), Watson (Editor), Watson (Editor), Roger Watson (Editor)
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.03.2021
• EAN: 9781119583639
• ISBN: 978-1-119-58363-9
• No. of pages: 240
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > General; Ausbildung, Krankenpflege, Nursing, Nursing Research, Ausbildung u. Perspektiven i. d. Krankenpflege, Nursing Education & Professional Development, Krankenpflegeforschung