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    How to Check DPI

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    Have you ever heard of DPI? If you haven’t, DPI stands for “dots per inch” and refers to the resolution of an image. Regarding book printing, DPI is used for printer resolution and will indicate the clarity and detail of an image when printed on paper. So, 300 DPI means that every inch of an image contains 300 dots of ink. Plus, the higher the DPI, the better the quality of the image because there will be more ink droplets tightly grouped. Understanding what it is and how to check DPI is important if you want to print images inside…

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    5 Ideas to Promote Your Self-Published Book

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    Writing and producing a book is just a small part of the publishing process. Marketing and promoting the finished product are also key in ensuring you see success with your self-published book. While self-publishing has made it easier to get your work out to the world, the truth is that without proper marketing, your book may not receive the attention it deserves. So, how can you effectively market your self-published book? Here are five easy ways that authors can use to promote their work: 1. Leverage Social Media Platforms Social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter (X), Instagram, and LinkedIn,…

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    Standard Book Sizes (Trim Sizes) in Publishing

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    If you’ve wandered the aisles of a bookstore, you know that book sizes can vary a lot. But did you know each book genre has a standard set of trim sizes? Plus, the trim size and final page count of a book contribute to the retail price of each book. These choices are made by the publisher when books are traditionally published, but if you self-publish your book you’ll be responsible for choosing the trim size for your book. Choosing the right trim size is determined by the genre of your book and a few other factors. For example, if…

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    Recent Audiobook Trends Going Into Fall 2023

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    Are you curious about audiobooks and if you should have one produced for your self-published book? In this post, we’ll cover 2023 audiobook trends and statistics, how to have an audiobook produced, and why self-published authors may benefit from having an audiobook produced. 3 New Audiobook Trends (and Statistics) 2023 1. Audiobook Consumption Continues to Rise According to a 2023 survey by the Audio Publishers Association (APA), 53% of U.S. adults have listened to an audiobook, which is up from 45% in 2022. This shows that more and more people continue to turn to audiobooks as a form of entertainment. 2.…