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#1·August 15, 2026

Digital vs. Press Printing – What You Need to Know

When it comes time to print your book, one of the most important decisions you will need to make is whether to print digitally or to use press printing. Digital book printing is a…

#2·August 10, 2026

Marketing Your Next Book

When it comes to developing a marketing plan for your book its best to start the process early. This is because whether you know it or not the decisions you make at the start of…

#3·August 5, 2026

Don’t Judge a Book by Its Cover (Oops, I Just Did!)

Your mom told you, your teacher warned you, even the busboy at the bar you frequent with your friends has insisted that you should never judge a book by it’s cover. It’s cliché,…

#4·July 30, 2026

Book Binding: Hardcover vs. Softcover

Hardcover vs. Softcover When deciding how to bind a book or novel that you put your time into, the thought of having to pick out a hard or softcover can be extremely daunting.…

#5·July 15, 2026

Why Self-Publishing Holds Authenticity in Your Book

There is something very magical when you walk into a bookstore. Especially the tiny, used book stores that hide on side streets, holding centuries of stories and memories. Your…

#6·June 30, 2026

What Is an ISBN and How to Get One?

Publishing your book is quite the process, and there are many important steps and decisions to make as you go along. Obtaining an ISBN for your book is one of the most important…

#7·June 15, 2026

Flexibound Binding and Why It Should Matter

What is flexibound? In a world of catch-all buzzwords, does this one have any meaning? If you are looking to publish a book, why should this word matter to you? If you are…

#8·May 30, 2026

Why Hardcover Smyth Sewn Is the Premium Binding

When it comes to book printing and the binding process, there are many choices that come with their own selected advantages and price points. What if you have a book that requires…

#9·May 15, 2026

Making Your Book More Memorable

There’s a reason why you’ve never met anyone who wasn’t at least a little bit aware of the Harry Potter book series. Despite being hundreds of years old, Jane Austen’s humble yet…

#10·April 30, 2026

What Is Paper Weight and Stock?

What is paper weight and stock? When considering the cost to print books during the book printing process, it is important to know and understand your options. There are many…

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