How do I publish a coursepack with CSPI?

Publishing a coursepack with CSPI is quick and easy. All we need from you is a bibliography of your readings and the originals (books, photocopies or PDFs). We handle all of the reproduction, printing and production. All you need to do is place your order with the bookstore.

Tip: We have a vast archive of readings previously used by instructors that can be drawn upon to save you time and work. Check our online catalogue to see if we already have your readings on file.

What is the difference between your service and campus-based services?

CSPI is Canada's largest independent coursepack provider. Our coursepacks are sold at campus bookstores and online. We offer premium service, quick turnaround times and exceptional quality.

Which universities and colleges carry your coursepacks?

CSPI coursepacks are carried by campus bookstores coast to coast at both colleges and universities. We work closely with campus bookstores to ensure a high level of quality, exceptional service, quick turnaround, and competitive pricing. We take care of the production, printing and permissions; your local campus bookstore will take care of your order.

How do you price coursepacks?

The bulk of the cost of each coursepack is due to permissions. Permissions are calculated and remitted to Access Copyright or the appropriate rightsholder by our staff. You do not need to do any of the work! The rest of the price is determined by variables like printing, production and bookstore markup.

Are your prices competitive with other coursepack publishers?

Yes, our prices are competitive with other custom publishing services, and we also provide a high quality product and top-notch customer service.

What is your turnaround time?

CSPI offers exceptional turnaround time year round. Since we work with full-time, part-time and sessional instructors, we do not set deadlines. We make projections for you based on the current workflow. We accept submissions well past university deadlines and pride ourselves on maintaining tight turnaround at all times of year.

Do you sell your coursepacks online? What are the advantages of selling online?

Yes. If you choose to sell your coursepack online instead of using a campus store, we do offer this service. This avoids the markup of campus stores and makes ordering easy for students. An increasing number of professors are choosing online fulfillment over bookstores. Talk to our sales team about the benefits of online fulfillment.