For AASL Authors and Editors

Non-Serial Publications

As publishing partners, the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) and ALA Editions develop and produce resources used by school librarians nationally to improve instruction, solve problems, promote collaboration, build on best practices, and enhance skills.

Do you have specific expertise, a fresh perspective on an ever-green topic, or experience managing a timely or challenging issue? AASL is continuously seeking school library leaders to share practical solutions with a standards-based approach through the development of books and products on topics essential to school library professionals everywhere.

ALA/AASL Proposal Guidelines
Writers and/or editors wishing to propose new publications should review the ALA/AASL Proposal Guidelines. Those interested in feedback on their book idea or topic in advance of developing a full proposal are welcome to submit ideas to AASL.

Serial Publications

Knowledge Quest Guidelines for Authors
Authors looking to contribute to Knowledge Quest should review the KQ Guidelines for Authors for information on format, citations, copyright and permissions, and submission of manuscripts and photography.

School Library Research Submission Guide
Authors/researchers looking for journal policies for SLR should review the School Library Research Submission Guide for information on manuscript content and style, submission, and review process.

Copyright and Permissions

Author Copyright Agreements for ALA Division Journals & Newsletters
Authors publishing in Knowledge Quest and School Library Research are required to submit a signed copyright agreement. See the specific journal's author guidelines or manuscript policy for instructions on submitting the signed copyright agreement.

Permission Request Form
Those looking to quote from or reproduce copyrighted materials that exceed the boundaries of "fair use" should fill out the form.