Publication Files and Metadata Preparation Plan
Gary WhittakerSelf-Publishing Path · Milestone 14 · Apply
Publication Files and Metadata Preparation Plan
Complete the seven controls below to produce a traceable Publication File and Metadata Record.
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Control 1
Confirm edition scope and readiness
Control 2
Build the edition requirements register
| Edition | Destination | Current requirement source/date | Interior or ebook requirement | Cover requirement | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Control 3
Create the authoritative file manifest
| File | Edition/component | Version | Owner | Storage location | Approval evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Control 4
Complete the metadata master
Control 5
Reconcile rights, credits and accessibility
Control 6
Test every package
| Test | Expected result | Actual evidence | Status | Correction/recheck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interior/ebook opens and renders | ||||
| Cover matches edition requirements | ||||
| Metadata matches files |
Control 7
Freeze the submission package
Completion: every approved edition has an authoritative, tested file package and one consistent metadata master with traceable evidence.
