A few answers before we begin
Answers to questions you may have before sending your book.
What file should I send?
You can send a PDF, Word or RTF file. Send the full book or a few representative pages for an initial assessment and a sample index based on your text.
How soon will my index be ready?
Most indexes are completed within a short timeframe, depending on the length of the book, the type of index and its complexity. After reviewing the material, we agree on a clear delivery date and commit to meeting it, with careful editing and quality review throughout.
Who prepares the indexes?
Our indexes are prepared by the institute’s team of experienced editors working across a wide range of Torah subjects. Their work combines close understanding of the text, editorial judgement and attention to structure and wording. Advanced tools support our review process, efficiency and consistency as part of a careful editorial approach tailored to each book.
How is the price determined?
The price depends on the length of the book, the type of index, the level of detail and the condition of the material. Each project is assessed individually.
Can you improve an existing index?
Of course. We can consolidate equivalent entries, organise subentries, refine the wording and check for duplicates and omissions. The result is a clearer, more detailed and more useful index, shaped by the needs of the book.
Can you create one index for several volumes?
Of course. We can combine topics and references from several volumes in one index. Consistent terminology and structure, with clear volume and location references, make the entire series easier to search.
What format will I receive?
We deliver an organised file suitable for further editing or typesetting, in the format agreed for your project.
Is the structure tailored to each book?
Absolutely. The structure reflects the content, writing style, intended readers and reference system of the book.