Category: publishing
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The Author’s Guide to Pre-Press Procedures
“Pre-Press” describes the processes a book undergoes before it goes “on press,” that is, before the printer starts printing it. It can include all non-printing activities, including editing and design; however, in book publishing you’re most likely to hear it in the context of operations that are done to get the finalized file ready for…
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Uncommon Tips for Self-Editing Your Book
In this post I’m sharing specialized skills for polishing your manuscript that most people won’t learn unless they train to be a copyeditor. Even when you are going to be working with a professional editor, self-editing is an important step so that your work is as clean as you can make it, leaving the editor…
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How to get an ISBN in the United States
Every format of a published book needs an individual ISBN. Although you can acquire one for free through sources like Amazon KDP, there are benefits to purchasing your own.
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How to get an ISBN in Canada
Every format of a published book needs an individual ISBN. Although you can acquire one through sources like Amazon KDP, there are benefits to applying for your own (plus, in Canada, it’s free!).
