There are many ways to publish a technical book: One can self-publish, get approached by a publisher, pitch a new idea, or even send a cold-email to a publisher with a half written book attached. Write alone or with co-authors. Self-edit or have a publisher edit. As someone who's had luck with each approach I'll describe how each approach works.

We'll also look at the submission process and the questionnaires used by popular publishers—questions applicable even to the aspiring self-publisher! Next we'll look at the writing process, the importance of schedules, and writing a compelling Table of Contents. Finally we'll cover editing, technical review, forewords, testimonials, and the joys of marketing.

Thomas has published 5 books, the last two with O'Reilly.