Tag: Kindle Direct Publishing
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How Long Does It Take to Publish a Book on Amazon The Ultimate Guide In the digital age, publishing a book has become more accessible than ever, especially with platforms like Amazon leading the way. Aspiring authors often wonder just how long it takes to transform their manuscript into a published work available for millions…
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The Evolution of the ISBN System
In the vast ocean of literature that humanity has sailed for centuries, with millions of books published annually, finding a way to manage and identify each unique work was imperative. Enter the International Standard Book Number (ISBN), a code that’s as much a cornerstone of the publishing world as the authors and books themselves. The…
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What type of paper is used for books?
Most fiction and text-heavy books use uncoated paper for the inside pages and coated paper for the book cover. Recipe books, photo albums, and generally all coffee-table books, on the other hand, will go with a coated paper. Paper choice in the publishing industry is generally referred to as “paper stock” or just “stock”. Choosing…
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Selecting the correct trim size for your book
First of all, what is a trim size? Trim size is basically, the size of the book after it has gone through the binding process and has been trimmed. In other words, it’s the size of the final form of the book. To understand why it’s called a “trim size” and not just “size” or…