Book Design

A Guide to Common Book Trim Sizes for Self-Published Authors

One of the first decisions authors make during the publishing process is choosing a trim size. Your trim size affects…

5 Ways to Make Sure Readers Skip Your Book

Let’s be real for a second. Readers do judge books by their covers. You can have the most brilliant story…

Do You Need a Book Synopsis or Blurb for Your Back Cover?

Once you finish writing your book, you might feel like you’ve earned a break from writing. But an important part…

Are Hardback Books Worth Self-Publishing?

Something about the weight of hardcover books in your hands is captivating. The texture, the smell, the joy of turning…

Why Focus on Your Book’s Back Cover?

If the front cover of your book is the movie poster, the back cover is the movie trailer. If a…

What to Include in Your Book Cover Design

We’re all told not to judge a book by its cover, yet, that’s exactly what we do. It’s simple human…

What Is Book Formatting?

As a storyteller, your main focus is getting your thoughts and words onto the page. You let the words flow,…