You can judge a book by its cover
Contrary to the well-known saying, most people do judge a book by its cover. Book cover design is a crucial part of successful book marketing. Book buyers are influenced (whether consciously or not) by...
View ArticlePay attention to detail for professional-looking publications
In any type of print publication (whether it is a simple advertising flyer, a business document or a printed book) such factors as correct grammar, fluent writing style and proper formatting methods...
View ArticleBrochures: an effective way to deliver your messsage
My most recent graphic design contract involved creating the branding (logo and brochure) for Manungurra Aboriginal Corporation for their proposed boarding college near Tennant Creek, NT for...
View ArticleEditing and proofreading – similar (but not the same) roles in book publishing
Many people are confused about the distinct responsibilities an editor and a proofreader have in reviewing your manuscript. How does each role differ and can’t the same person undertake both tasks? A...
View ArticleWhy books are the new business card ‘black’
In today’s rapidly changing business and commercial landscape, business cards are becoming passé as many people recognise the benefits of self publishing a book to boost their professional reputation....
View ArticleWhat are eBooks and are they the same as ePubs?
Digital books (or eBooks) are quickly gaining in popularity as more authors self publish their book not only in print form but also as an eBook edition. But as is so often the case with new mediums,...
View ArticleSelf publishing versus traditional publishing: and the winner is …
So you’re writer and your dream is to see your manuscript transformed into a book … Until a few years ago, your only option was try your luck with a traditional publishing house. Self-publishing, while...
View ArticlePublishing your first book: it’s easy when you know how!
As soon as a writer publishes their first book they are instantly transformed into that mystical realm of becoming a published author. Other people look on in awe from the sidelines and marvel how...
View ArticleThe business of self publishing
I’m pleased to announce that another of my self publishing author clients – Alison McGrath – has recently completed her book: Getting the Right balance: a simple guide to people management and...
View ArticleWhat is your motivation for publishing a book?
My client, Lindy Hardie had a dream to create a beautiful lush garden oasis amidst the red dust of her home town, Blackall in Central Queensland. She then set about chronicling her hard work in diary...
View ArticleBooks that inspire and transform lives
With the New Year fast approaching, I’ve been reflecting back over 2015 and the different projects I’ve worked on and the authors I’ve supported to publish their book. One self publishing project...
View ArticleDesigning an eye-catching book cover: Client case study
For me, the advent of a New Year is always an opportunity to pause and to review the events of the past year. It’s a time to celebrate your successes and to consider ways to improve the...
View ArticleGulf Women: The Power of Anthologies
Over the course of this year, I had the pleasure of working with author and editor Bronwyn Blake, helping her to achieve her long-held vision for the Gulf Women Project. After spending time with a...
View ArticleTextbooks: Sharing your Knowledge and Expertise with Others
As an editor and book designer who works mainly with self-publishing authors, I am privileged to regularly receive a wide variety of manuscripts, all of which are representative of the writer’s...
View ArticleWriting a Travel Memoir – Taking your Readers on a Journey
Seeing an author’s unique personality shine through in their book is one of the real pleasures I experience working with self-publishing authors … and Sandy McKean was no exception. Sandy’s travel...
View ArticlePublishing your first book: it’s easy when you know how!
As soon as a writer publishes their first book they are instantly transformed into that mystical realm of becoming a published author. Other people look on in awe from the sidelines and marvel how...
View ArticleThe business of self publishing
I’m pleased to announce that another of my self publishing author clients – Alison McGrath – has recently completed her book: Getting the Right balance: a simple guide to people management and...
View ArticleWhat is your motivation for publishing a book?
My client, Lindy Hardie had a dream to create a beautiful lush garden oasis amidst the red dust of her home town, Blackall in Central Queensland. She then set about chronicling her hard work in diary...
View ArticleBooks that inspire and transform lives
Over the past few days, I’ve been reflecting back over 2015 and the different projects I’ve worked on and the authors I’ve supported to publish their book. One self publishing project I’ve been very...
View ArticleDesigning an eye-catching book cover: Client case study
For me, the advent of a New Year is always an opportunity to pause and to review the events of the past year. It’s a time to celebrate your successes and to consider ways to improve the...
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