Whittles Publishing is a well-established publishing company based in the beautiful far north of Scotland. They are internationally renowned for producing high-quality academic and professional titles, as well as a wide range of excellent non-fiction titles.
Whittles Publishing has partnered with Siliconchips since 2015, accessing their ebook, typesetting, InDesign and XML services.
Traditionally a print publisher, Whittles Publishing wanted to expand into the Ebook market in 2015. They began a search for an experienced typesetting and Ebook publishing partner who could provide advice and guidance along the way. As a company that keeps its customers and authors at the heart of everything it does, it was important for Whittles to find a vendor that aligned with its values.
In 2015, Whittles engaged Siliconchips’ Ebook, typesetting, InDesign and XML services. Efficiency and knowledge of the workflows required were key requirements for Whittles. Knowing Siliconchips met these criteria gave Whittles confidence they could complete their projects on time and within budget.
Siliconchips Services supports Whittles in publishing high-quality academic and professional titles. The complex and technical nature of many of the titles provides regular challenges that are always overcome in a professional and collaborative way, ensuring the publishing process stays on track. The long-term nature of the relationship contributes to a pleasurable working environment and sustained confidence that Whittles can meet its publishing goals.
"I have been working with Siliconchips for six years now as the editor of a scholarly journal that publishes 140 articles per yer. Our articles demand careful attention to the detail of graphs, tables, typefaces, and symbols. I am very satisfied with the high level of quality that Siliconchips brings to the typographical challenges posed by our articles. Their copy-editing and typesetting services are first-rate. The team is fast, diligent and resilient. All queries are answered within 24h, and accurately incorporated into the final proofs. The team is patient, courteous and precise with even the most demanding tasks. It is a real pleasure to be able to work with such professionals."
PROF. DO. JOHN ROORYCK Editor-in-Chief, Glossa: a journal of general linguistics"We have been working with Shahid Chowdhary for a number of years and the service has been exemplary. Over that time we have had numerous books typeset, with content ranging from simple to complex and that includes recreating engineering books from old files are a data loss. We also put all our eBook conversions to Shahid. In all they do, under the emanating from Shahid's leadership, Siliconchips is totally professional, timely and observant – all the qualities a publisher needs! Whatever your size and requirement, don't hesitate to make that call or send that e-mail to Siliconchips."
KEITH WHITTLE MD Whittles Publishing"I am delighted to have Shahid as a friend and mentor. He is a superb professional in the digital publishing space. He helped me transform my two ebooks for digital selling. Highly recommend for any such projects. You will find him available and always humble to help you."
HAMMAD SIDDIQUI"Oneworld Publications have used Siliconchips as one of our main typesetters (both for print and ebooks) for a number of years, and we have always found their service to be excellent, professional, accurate and fast."
TEAM ONEWORLD PUBLICATION London
“Having met Shahid initially, it was apparent Siliconchips would be a professional and easy company to work with, and that has proved to be our experience. The team is flexible, accommodating, and nothing is too much trouble. We value the long-term relationship we’ve formed.”
Keith Whittles CEO and Director, Whittles Publishing