When you are writing your book, it is not just the creation of the content to consider – there is also the production finish –the printing and binding of your finished work. A key part of this is the the binding, and there are a number of different book binding techniques that can be used. […]
Read moreSelf Publishing – I often get emails, letters or phone calls from confused and sometimes worried authors, unsure whether or not to sign a contract with a publisher who’s raved about their book idea but is asking for a ‘contribution towards the cost of publishing the book’. The amount varies, but frequently it runs into […]
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Commercial book printing offers many benefits – it is cost-effective, provides quick and easy set-up and turnaround times and, most importantly, high-quality results! With all the time and effort you have invested in writing or compiling your book you will want to ensure that it is printed in the style and look that you want
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If you’re wondering how to go about printing your own book, P2D Books Ltd can help! Through our considerable experience in UK book printing, we work closely with publishers, self-publishers and authors. With a state-of-the-art factory using the very latest digital and litho printing technology, integrated with fully equipped craftsman bindery, we offer softback and hardback book printing […]
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Many people consider colouring books as playthings for children only – but that is not so! There are many adult-oriented colouring books available these days – people use them for relaxation or there is a growing trend of adults including drawing as part of larger mindfulness, meditation and therapeutic practices.
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You’ve finally finished writing your book, got it printed and published with the binding and finish you wanted – you know what would be good now – if somebody actually bought and read it! After all the hard work and creativity that you’ve put into writing your book, you need to find ways to effectively promote your work and get it into the marketplace
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Many people dream of writing or compiling their own book but, until recent years, for most people, a dream is all it would remain! The chances of your work being accepted by an established publishing house were, still are, remote – less than one percent of proposals are accepted – however, modern technology and the advances in printing make self-publishing a viable prospect.
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When publishing your book there are many considerations – perhaps one of the aspects that people may overlook though, is the book size! Whilst it may not seem to be a particularly important aspect, the book size – or ‘trim size’ as it is referred to in the industry – can play a large part […]
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Although the digital age has produced alternative forms of reading material – e-books, tablets, laptops, even mobile phones – the printed book is still tremendously popular. The tactile nature of a physical book, and the interaction between the book and the reader still holds an appeal for many. Reading books provides an opportunity to escape […]
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When you have slaved over a hot keyboard for what seems like an eternity, and finally finished writing that book, it is important that you prepare your work properly for printing! You will want the best appearance, layout, and finish for your work, so you need to ensure that the files you send your print […]
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