Formatting the Book Text
We have collected a number of resources on preparing the book text for submission to publishers that can be found here:
The Formatting Essentials

The Very Basics

First Writer - Writing Resource & Author Website 
     Literary agents, writing contests, writers resources, and more.

Strunk, William, Jr. 1918. The Elements Of Style
     A classic, this book covers the principal requirements of plain English style, rules of usage, and principals of composition that are most commonly violated.
Brian Dana Akers - Learn To Write
     Learn the basics of writing at this site.

Grammar

Lexical Freenet  
     Find lexicons for words or names at this website.

Strunk, William, Jr. 1918. The Elements Of Style  
     A classic, this book gives you the principal requirements of plain English style, rules of usage, and principals of composition that are most commonly violated.

The Rules  
     The 11 rules of writing are explained on this site. Rules range from joining independent clauses to omitting unnecessary words.

Guide To Grammar And Writing  
     This site helps you with all your grammar problems.

Education Resources On The Internet - The Online English Grammar  
     An alphabetical index of grammar can be found on this website.

Lynch, Guide To Grammar And Style  
     Want to improve your writing style? Then visit this site.

Brian Dana Akers - Learn To Write  
     Learn the basics of writing at this site.

Variety In Sentence Structure  
     Every sentence in the English language fits into these categories discussed here. Learn to structure your sentences properly.

Webgrammar's References, Grammar, Editing, Spelling, Design, And Marketing
      Need help with spelling or grammar? Find the help you need here. 

Glossary Of Publishing Terms
     Common publishing terms, publishing-related words and phrases. 
Common Errors In English  
     Don't fall into the trap of common errors in your writing. Visit this site for help.

Dictionary.Com-Writing Resources  
     This site is an invaluable resource for the writer. You can find The Blue Book of Grammar and other guides here.

The Blue Book Of Grammar And Punctuation  
     Here's the most trusted name for help with your language problems.

A Guide To Pronunciation Of Punctuation  
     If you need to check your punctuation and pronunciation, this is the site you need to visit.

Microcontent Headlines And Subject Lines  
     Learn to write headlines, page titles, and subject lines here.

Dictionaries and Thesauri
     Here you'll find an extensive list of links to dictionaries and thesauri.

Cliche Finder  
     Need just the right cliche for your storyline? Visit here.
Acronym And Abbreviation List  
     Use their search engine to find acronyms quickly.

Typing Tutorials

Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing
     Learn to type or improve you typing skills by using this renowned typing course.

Typing Tutor Accu-Type 4 - The Best Typing Tutor For Windows  
     Learning to type is fun at this site.

Clasys.Com  
     Want to learn or improve your typing? Check out EliteTyping.

Touch Typing From Nimblefingers  
     You can find Word Wacker Version 3 typing program here.

Google Directory - Computers > Software > Educational > Typing  
     A large list of typing resources for the writer can be found at this site

Typing Test

     How fast can you type? Online typing test.

Layout Tools

Adobe Framemaker Book Layout  
     You can get the Adobe Framemaker here. Good investment for the serious writer.

Creating Pdfs In Windows -- Without Acrobat  
     This is a new software tool that lets you create PDFs with a Windows tool.

Page Layout Vs. Word Processor  
     Find out all you need to know about page layout here.

Pagemaker  
     With Pagemaker by Adobe you can make professional quality documents ready to convert to PDF.

Quark
     Get the industries leading software for design and layout at this website.

Welcome To Gobcl Convert Documents Into PDF Or HTML For FREE!  
     Convert your documents quickly and easily online. Free trial.

Wordsetter For Microsoft Word  
     This is a great program that can handle word spacing, insert crop marks, insert thin spaces, and (on a Macintosh) use ligatures right in Microsoft Word.

Text Editors

THE SLOT A Spot For Copy Editors  
     Here's a place for editors to discuss the tricks of the trade.

Proofreaders' Marks  
     At this website you can find out what those proofreader's marks really mean.

Proofreaders Marks    
     Here's another good site that explains those mysterious proofreader's marks.