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Articles by Topic: Page Layout

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Stop Wondering How to Write a Book	by Susan C. Daffron
If you haven't written your book yet, stop wondering how; figure out what motivates you and just do it


The Ins and Outs of Book Barcodes	by Susan C. Daffron
Self-publishers need to understand the acronyms and terms related to book barcodes


5 Document Design "Don'ts" to Avoid	by Susan C. Daffron
The ultimate goal of any document is to be read, so avoid design treatments that impair readability


How to Work with a Book Cover Designer	by Susan C. Daffron
Understand what's involved and what you need to provide the designer to get a book cover created


Selecting Fonts for Your Book Layout	by Susan C. Daffron
Just because you can put 37 fonts into your book layout doesn't mean you should.


Yes, Your Book Needs an Index	by Susan C. Daffron
Include time in your publishing schedule to create an index for your book.


Determine the Right Size for Your Book	by Susan C. Daffron
When you lay out your book, the physical size is one of the first decisions you need to make


Getting Set Up as a Publisher with Lightning Source	by Susan C. Daffron
If you are pondering short-run digital printing (or POD) no other company has the distribution advantage of Lightning Source


7 Cures for Printing Headaches	by Susan C. Daffron
How to keep your next print job from turning into a nightmare


7 Cures for Boring Newsletters	by Susan C. Daffron
How to make your newsletters more interesting


7 Cures for Common Layout Mistakes	by Susan C. Daffron
How to fix common mistakes in layout


Anatomy of a Book Layout	by Susan C. Daffron
As a self-publisher, you should learn a few conventions before you lay out your book


Everyone Really Does Judge a Book by Its Cover	by Susan C. Daffron
Even if you will only be selling your book online, your book cover design needs to make a great impression


Keep Readers Awake: Tips for More Interesting Newsletters	by Susan C. Daffron
Don't let your newsletter turn into a snooze-letter.


Improve the Readability of Your Newsletter	by Susan C. Daffron
Design techniques that make your newsletter easier to read.


Layering Items	by Susan C. Daffron
Learn this fundamental principle behind virtually all drawing programs


Desktop Publishing Basics	by Susan C. Daffron
Creating a layout using desktop publishing software isn't very difficult once you understand a couple of basic principles.


Designing a Page	by Susan C. Daffron
Learn how to approach a new layout project so everything fits.


Creating Readable Documents	by Susan C. Daffron
If you take the time to create legible layouts, you'll be rewarded with documents people are actually willing to read.


Use Word to Create Promotional Bookmarks for your Books	by Susan C. Daffron
Produce your own promotional bookmarks using just your own printer and Word


Create Books and Other Long Documents in InDesign	by Susan C. Daffron
Learn tips and techniques for using Adobe InDesign's long document features

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