Manning Publications editor here. Truth be told, we go to early access largely because we think it helps us make sure the book is delivering the goods, collect

Manning Publications editor here. Truth be told, we go to early access largely because we think it helps us make sure the book is delivering the goods, collect feedback, and hopefully improve the book as a result. We try to make it very clear how much of the book has been written - indicating what chapters have been written, and make it very clear that the book is unfinished.