Practical guidance on book printing and self-publishing, deeper context on the print industry, and stories from books we’ve made — written for authors, publishers and anyone who cares about how books get made.
Accessible publishing tips: large print, dyslexia-friendly typography, paper choice and layout decisions that open your book to every reader.
Your book is printed — now launch it. A practical checklist: launch events, review copies, online listings and the first 90 days.
How to turn your blog into a printed book: choosing posts, restructuring for the page, editing, design and printing your first run.
What binding do magazines use? Saddle stitching vs perfect binding by page count, and how to choose for your own magazine.
Why printed yearbooks still matter: the benefits for students and schools, from keepsake value to community — and how to produce one affordably.
PDF, TIFF, JPEG or PNG? The essential guide to print file formats — which to use for book covers, interiors and artwork, and why PDF/X wins.
Paper weight explained: what gsm means, how 80gsm compares to 300gsm, and how to choose the right thickness for books, covers and booklets.
What is duplex printing? Double-sided printing explained — how it works, when to use it and why books are always printed duplex.
How to start a publishing company in the UK: structure, ISBNs, distribution, costs and the decisions that make an imprint succeed.
Six eBook marketing strategies that actually work: building your list, pricing, launch tactics and turning readers into buyers.
Printed books vs eBooks: sales trends, reading experience, costs — and why print not only survived the digital age but keeps growing.
Twenty of the best facts about books — from the biggest book ever printed to the strangest library fines. Trivia for book lovers.
Traditional publishing or self-publishing? How each route works, who keeps the rights and royalties, and how to choose the right path for your book.
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