(due in 2013)

No More Ugly Books: design help for writers who don't hire artists, get the most from Microsoft Word

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Michael N. Marcus

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(fom the publisher) The lo cost of self-publishing both printed books  and e-books has encouraged thousands of writers to quickly become publishers. Sadly, many lack the skills, experience and software to produce attractive books. Even sadder, many don't know what they don't know; and either out of ignorance or out of financial necessity, they decide to design and format their own books.

     Because of this, self-publishing authors often produce really ugly books that are hated by readers and condemned by reviewers.

     It doesn't have to be that way.

In this comprehensive, yet easy-to-understand book, former art student, bestselling author and experienced publisher Michael N. Marcus provides the information and advice that can help self-publishing authors to create much better books. The books might not win trophies or become bestsellers, but they shouldn't be laughed at.
 

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