Indexing

BlueStem, LLC provides indexes for print books, electronic publications, and websites. 

Recent work

Recent clients include Oxford University Press, University of Michigan Press, Eerdmans Publishing, HarperOne, and Newgen.

Philosophies of Qualitative Research, Oxford University Press

Women's Human Rights, Oxford University Press

Christian Hospitality and Muslim Immigration in an Age of Fear, Eerdmans

Adrenal Thyroid Revolution, HarperOne

Creativity Rules, HarperOne

Innovations in Deaf Studies, Oxford University Press

Melancholic Modalities, Oxford University Press

Unsettled History, University of Michigan Press

Frequently asked questions

• Should the author create the index?
• What are the costs and benefits of hiring a professional indexer?
• What will an indexer need from me?
• How do I judge the quality of an index?
• Who owns the copyright on an index?
• How can I find an indexer who understands my subject area?

Rates

Indexing rates usually fall between $3 and $5 per page, depending on several factors:

• Text difficulty - Highly technical text takes more time to index than general interest texts.
• Index density - The greater the number of entries per page, the more time required.
• Time allowed - Unusually short deadlines add to the cost of the index.
• Embedded entries - Anchoring each index entry in the text file increases the time required to produce the index.
• Multiple indexes - Separate indexes for names, subjects, companies, add to the labor involved.

For the most accurate estimate, plan on providing a sample chapter or two of your project. 

To request an estimate, call Carol Reed at BlueStem (248-736-9705) or click here to email.

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"Excellent job on the index. I appreciate all the work that went into it; students will, too."
 —David B., author

"The index looks great! I'll have to grab you again for my second book." —Dan M., author

"Carol's indexing was neat, clean, and accurate. . . . I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to any author." —Craig G., author