Author’s Area

In the past two years we have rapidly grown our list of medical career, revision and personal development books and eCourses and are always looking for new authors. We would like to hear from medical specialists and experts with a real interest in writing books or eCourses.

Key benefits to authors of books and e-Learning Courses:

·         Unlike many of the larger medical publishers, all of our authors benefit from personal attention and support from our commissioning team

·         Publishing your work in a book or in an e-Learning Course is a great way of showcasing your writing on a national or international platform and strengthening your portfolio

·         Our sales representatives Compass Academic are a respected sales force selling academic and medical books to all of the major high street bookshops

·         We are a well respected pioneer within the field of medical education and training using e-Learning Courses. Online learning courses are steadily growing in prominence amongst doctors and healthcare professionals, and our

Nicola Hawley, Author of Succeeding in the BioMedical Admissions Test (BMAT)

‘It has always been my intention to write a book and the team at Developmedica made this a reality. The team were very supportive at every stage of the process and although it was a steep learning curve I am really pleased to have done it. Seeing my book in leading bookshops has certainly been one of the highlights of my career!’

Sarah Christie, Author of Time Management for Doctors

‘Developmedica helped me realise my ambition of publishing a non-fiction book and their support and guidance has been invaluable. My editor was always quick to respond with helpful suggestions and encouraged me every step of the way. I don’t think I could have achieved my first publication without them.’

Chirag Mehta, Author of Succeeding in the nMRCGP Applied Knowledge Test (AKT)

‘I have always been interested in medical education and working with the team at Developmedica has given me the chance to get more involved in this and publish my own book which I have always wanted to do. As a GP trainee I was keen to give my fellow colleagues some advice about the Applied Knowledge Exam and along with a few of my colleagues we have been able to produce this question book. The team at Developmedica have been very friendly, supportive and approachable and they have made our thoughts a reality.’


What the book trade say about us:

‘All of the booksellers I have spoken to have nothing but praise for the Developmedica list….’

‘Of the buyers that I have visited with Developmedica, all have complimented the team on their ideas and their willingness to listen. There is a genuine excitement amongst them that they are a part of this list from its early days and they will do everything they can to promote the list as it grows.’

‘We received good opening orders across the Blackwells chain…no sooner had the GPST Stage 2 book come in, it sold out and they have had to since re-order it twice….It was also a joy to see a range of Waterstones branches excited about a list – it doesn’t happen very often these days unless it’s a scaled out title. Waterstones Derby city centre took a good range as did Bradford. The biggest surprise was Waterstones at Bridlesmith Gate in Nottingham – they only take 4 or 5 titles across all lists these days but took a good selection of Developmedica. A very good sign.’


Book proposal submissions from prospective authors

We welcome new book or eCourse proposals, particularly those with a wide readership and market potential. If you have a new book or eCourse idea please email publishing@developmedica.com and we will send you a proposal form for you to complete, together with information on why you should publish with Developmedica. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss your new book idea with us please call 01157 200 025 and ask to speak to the Publishing Director.

To read an article co-written by Matt Green, Managing Director or Developmedica, on how doctors can become published, click here.