Author Archives: Ann O'Brien

conservation booklet printing

Conservation Booklet Printing: Spotlight on Nation Ford Land Trust

This conservation booklet printing project is intended to help landowners understand one of the most flexible and effective tools available to conserve and protect private property — the conservation easement. Nation Ford Land Trust is dedicated to the preservation of … Continue reading »

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free book marketing

7 Free Book Marketing Ideas

Writing your book was a huge accomplishment, and so was getting it printed. Your work is only halfway done, however, and your next step is getting the word out so you can sell many copies of your book. Are you … Continue reading »

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ai writing

AI Writing: Can You Create a Stellar Book?

Can you create an outstanding book with AI writing? Taking a book from concept to draft to final manuscript takes most authors a big chunk of time, not the least of which may include agonizing over word choice, what to … Continue reading »

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devotional book publishing

Devotional Book Publishing: Spotlight on Unlocking Devotion

This devotional book publishing project was a 25 day devotional for the Christmas season. Each daily page has an introduction, suggested Bible reading, prayer, and place for notes.  Project Specs for Devotional Book Publishing Paper: 60# uncoated text Cover: 80# … Continue reading »

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book typesetting

Basic Book Typesetting Rules

Before you print your book, spend some time on the book typesetting and other elements of the layout. Careful use of spacing, fonts, and margins will produce a book that looks beautiful and is easy to read. Follow these book … Continue reading »

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training manuals

Quality Training Manuals: 10 Creation Tips

Beginning a job with a new company typically comes with some sort of training. Formal training might include participation in a uniquely crafted experience with other new hires or even a self-taught course to learn the required information about the … Continue reading »

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color catalog publishing

Color Catalog Publishing: Spotlight on Golden Glow CBD

This color catalog publishing project packs a lot of information in its 16 pages. Extremely well designed, the catalog includes information about the company, highlights many of its products, explains the benefits of CBD, and CBD facts. Not only is … Continue reading »

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paper weight

Understanding Effective Paper Weight and Thickness Measurements

Paper weight plays a large role in how your printing project will ultimately look and feel. The obvious heaviness of a laminated book cover paper is in stark contrast to the seeming featherweight of some book pages that appear to … Continue reading »

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event program creation

10 Tips for Outstanding Event Program Creation

Organizing an event requires a lot of planning and preparation to ensure it goes smoothly. One of the ways to do that is with event program creation that will help attendees learn critical information as well as hype up the … Continue reading »

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music promotion printing

Music Promotion Printing: Spotlight on Cabin Food

This music promotion printing project features Cabin Food, a collection of songs created during the artist’s (Sam Levine) album making process. Even though the book was only 16 pages, using a perfect bound binding adds a level of sophistication to … Continue reading »

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