Author Archives: Ann O'Brien

playbill booklet printing

Playbill Booklet Printing: Spotlight on Tick,Tick…Boom!

This playbill booklet printing project was printed for the musical Tick, Tick…Boom!, which is a musical by Jonathan Larson, the creator of Rent. The booklet contains a letter from the director, a list of musical numbers, cast bios, pit bios, … Continue reading »

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leadership book

Leadership Book: 7 Steps to Writing a Dazzling One

Almost every industry has felt the impact of a leadership book in the past few decades. From Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People to Sun Tzu’s The Art of War, many books written by business leaders who wanted … Continue reading »

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short run printing

Short Run Printing: 5 Benefits

Let’s evaluate how short run printing can benefit a self publishing author. One of the benefits of self-publishing your own book is that you are in charge of how and when it is printed. But along with that choice comes … Continue reading »

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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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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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