Category Archives: Book Formatting

Achieve professional-looking book layouts with our step-by-step guides on formatting your manuscript for various publishing platforms.

Strippable Books vs. Non-Strippable Books: A Self-Publisher’s Guide

Updated January 2, 2023 Subtitle Understanding the terminology of the book publishing industry can help us become better and more successful at self-publishing Synopsis Understanding the terminology, jargon, terms of art, vocabulary, and slang, of the book publishing industry can … Continue reading

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Book Review: Now All We Need Is a Title

This book is an “. . . an anecdotal account of how some of the most well-known book and play titles come to be. It is not meant to be a comprehensive compendium of every catchy title, but rather a lighthearted look at a struggle that has bedeviled writers for centuries.” Continue reading

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Building A Powerful Book Foreword Takes Teamwork (Infographic)

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The Introduction (Infographic)

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Mass-Market Paperback Books vs. Trade Paperback Books (Infographic)

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Mass-Market Paperback Books vs. Trade Paperback Books: A Guide for Self-Publishers

Updated December 23, 2022 Subtitle Understanding paperback formats in the U.S. Synopsis Here is an explanation of the differences between the two main paperback books: mass-market paperbacks and trade paperbacks. As a self-publisher, these are the two formats you will … Continue reading

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Book Dedications to Spur Your Imagination

Updated February 22, 2024 Subtitle Dedications are an easy way to make an emotional connection with the reader Synopsis To be a successful book marketer, you must never miss an opportunity to reach out and make a connection with the … Continue reading

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10 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Self-Publishing Your Non-fiction Book

Updated September 24, 2023 Subtitle Avoiding book formatting and design blunders can dramatically enhance your sales Synopsis If your hope is that your book gets noticed and bought, then it must look and read like a professionally designed and edited … Continue reading

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Foreword vs. Preface vs. Introduction: A Guide for Self-Publishers

Updated December 28, 2022 Subtitle Understanding the differences and how to use each to your advantage can help propel your book to critical and financial success Synopsis A foreword, preface, and introduction can each play a pivotal in a book’s … Continue reading

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Create a Great Book Dedication in 4 Easy Steps

Updated January 18, 2023 Subtitle How to make an emotional connection with the reader in a subtle and understated way Synopsis This snappy, clever, pithy, succinct, and concise little guide will help you quickly create a great book dedication in … Continue reading

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