Writing Tip of the Day-Manuscript Formatting

A space transition is created by dropping down two double spaces (one more than usual) before beginning the next scene. To insure that the transition is not ignored by the printer, a symbol such as a pound sign (#) or three asterisks (***) is usually centered in the extra double space.

Writing Tip of the Day-Manuscript Formatting

Manuscripts are usually formatted with the complete text for the book in a single computer file. Page break commands are inserted at the end of each chapter so the next will begin on a new page. They may also be created with each chapter in a separate computer file if that's the author's preference. However, all chapters must be merged into a single file prior to electronic submission.