Why index a book or journal?
A book or journal, whether in print or online, is usually consulted when readers are trying to solve a problem. The user needs to find an answer quickly and easily. The A-Z index acts as a quick reference tool, and provides an intelligent map to the information within.
"A good index can be much more than a guide to the contents of a book. It can often give a far clearer glimpse of its spirit than the blurb-writers or critics are able to do"
— The Rt Hon. Harold Macmillan, in his foreword to Indexing, The Art of:, by G. Norman Knight
"If there is no index, the book is probably not worth reading"
— William J. Casey (former Director of the CIA), How to read a book (1983)
No serious book or journal can afford to be without an index! |
Why use a professional indexer?
A professional indexer has knowledge of international indexing practices and standards, has experience in the production of indexes, and has specialist subject knowledge e.g. medical knowledge.
Our indexers have an understanding of the subject matter of the text, knowledge of the terminology of the field, familiarity with the ‘rules’ of indexing, and work with close attention to detail.
Why use Merrall-Ross International (MRI)?
We are a specialist indexing company providing award-winning indexes. We have an enviable long-standing reputation for quality, reliability and turn-around times, and in addition, all our indexes are double-checked by a second indexer.
You get high quality indexes, on time, to your requirements, with sensible pricing, provided by friendly, professional staff!
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