Not too long ago, if you wanted to read a book, you had to go to the bookstore, library, or online store and retrieve a print copy. Now, it is becoming easier and easier to read digitally formated books. Readers can purchase and download e-books on their computers or digital book readers such as Kindles or Nooks. [...]
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The New Era of Digital Books
Posted: April 30, 2012 by Wendy Stetina in Book Design, Choosing a Publisher, Kindle, Self-Publishing, Wendy SpeaksTags: digital book readers, E-books, kindle ebook, nook e-books
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Submitting Native Files Can Save You Money
Posted: February 28, 2012 by Cheri Breeding in Book Design, Cheri SpeaksTags: print ready files, self publish
Many self-publishing authors are concerned about submitting print ready files. Often, an author will submit print ready files only to discover that the files do not meet on-demand printing requirements. This results in frustration, extra work, and additional fees. To help you better understand the process and avoid spending extra money, here is some basic [...]
Choosing a Self Publisher
Posted: February 21, 2012 by Cheri Breeding in Book Design, Book Marketing, Cheri Speaks, Choosing a Publisher, UncategorizedTags: Choosing a Publisher, self publish
Self publishing is a big decision. Before jumping in, you need to research your options and pick a self publisher that meshes with your needs and goals. Here are three things you should look for when choosing a self-publishing company. Design Options Review the company’s interior and cover options. Most companies have standards for each [...]
Illustrations Affect the Success of Your Children’s Book
Posted: February 20, 2012 by Wendy Stetina in Book Design, Uncategorized, Wendy SpeaksTags: children's book, illustrations, self publish
So – you have written a charming children’s story. Your children and all of your friends’ children love the storyline and the characters. You dream of becoming a published author. Perhaps you have ideas for a series that involve many stories with the same characters. Bringing those figures to life with an investment in high [...]
What You Need to Know About Custom Covers
Posted: December 20, 2011 by Cheri Breeding in Book Design, Cheri SpeaksTags: book covers, custom covers, illustrated covers, photo covers, Self-Publishing
You’ve heard the cliché “A picture is worth a thousand words.” This is especially true in the publishing industry. The cover is the first impression a reader gets of your book. Therefore, it needs to be appealing and professional, but it should also reflect the tone and style of your book. If you have a specific [...]
