Style Sheet
In addition to using a style guide, it is advised that a style sheet be created and updated throughout the writing process. A style sheet is a record of the styling and formatting exceptions for your textbook, such as spelling choices, selection and placement of learning objects, and differences in punctuation, layout, and style from the style guide. Frequently used style elements can also be noted on the style sheet for easy reference, especially during the copy editing and proofreading stages.[1]
Below is an example of a style sheet and what it should contain. Remember, list only exceptions and additions to the Style Guide. An area for pedagogical features has also been included.
| Style Item | Exception | Notes |
| Citation Style | ||
| Spelling | ||
| Punctuation | ||
| Other style points |
| Pedagogical Features | Placement | Notes |
| Learning objectives | ||
| Key takeaways | ||
| Key terms/glossary | ||
| Exercises | ||
| Reference List | ||
| Suggested readings | ||
| Attributions | ||
| Appendices |
This chapter is adapted from the BCcampus Self-Publishing Guide and the Ryerson Open Textbook Authoring Guide, both published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
- This section of the chapter is adapted from the BCcampus Self-Publishing Guide, Chapter 19: Create a Style Sheet, published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. ↵
- This section of the chapter is adapted from the Ryerson Open Textbook Authoring Guide, Chapter: Style Guide, published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, with edits to the table presentation. ↵
