Most readers, myself included, look up the reviews of a book before buying it. If the reviews are great, they’re likely to buy it as they have ample assurance that they’ll have a good time reading it. If the reviews aren’t good, they likely won’t buy the book. And...
Although this blog is called The Book Designer, many of the articles we publish here deal with topics other than book design such as self-publishing, marketing and social media, etc. That is why it gives me great pleasure to welcome Andrea Reider. Today, Andrea...
Nonfiction authors, listen up. There are books that don’t live up to their promises. From authors who only consulted themselves about what should be in their book, and how it should be presented. But this also creates an opportunity, because the existence of...
The best love poetry books bring words and design together in a perfect combination. Everything from the font to the paper complements the verses. When done right, the design isn’t just something readers see; it’s something they feel, helping your words...
As an author, you possess a special opportunity to engage directly with your audience. Events like book signings and readings are not just occasions to promote your latest work; they are also platforms where you can connect personally with your readers, share your...