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Index

An alphabetical list of names, places and concepts with page references. A good index is written by a person who understands the subject, not generated from a word list.

What goes on the index

An alphabetical list of names, places and concepts with page references. A good index is written by a person who understands the subject, not generated from a word list.

Tips

  • Indexing happens after final page proofs — schedule one to two weeks for it.
  • Ebooks can use linked indexes or omit them in favour of search.

Related

Afterword Back matter Appendix Back matter Author's Note Back matter Notes (Endnotes) Back matter Glossary Back matter Bibliography / References Back matter Reading Group Guide Back matter About the Author Back matter

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