E-Book Formatting

E-Book Formatting
Author: Jeff Blum
Publisher: Jeff Blum
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2021-10-10
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN:

The self-publishing journey isn't always easy or cheap. Some things—like editing and cover design—should be left to paid professionals, but you can save money and achieve great results formatting your own e-book. DIY e-book formatting may seem daunting, but new tools—paid and free—make it fairly easy for most fiction manuscripts. These tools are discussed early in this guide so you will have a short read if one of them works for you. If your manuscript is more complicated (e.g., a nonfiction book with tables, list items, images, footnotes, and other specially formatted elements), this guide will explain everything you need to produce a professional and pleasing e-book. Advanced formatting is accomplished with HTML and CSS, but you won't need any prior experience or knowledge of either of these as the guide includes a tutorial to teach you everything you need to know. The end result of using this book will be a well-formatted EPUB e-book that can be submitted to Amazon, Apple, Kobo, Nook, and any other e-book publishing platform (NOTE: if you are looking at other guides that mention needing a MOBI file for Amazon, you are looking at an outdated guide as that is no longer best practice). Here are some specific things that you will get from reading this book. 1. A discussion of some useful tools, including Atticus, BBEdit, BlueGriffon, Calibre, Draft2Digital, Jutoh, Kindle Create, Kindle Previewer, LibreOffice Writer, Notepad++, Online HTML editors, Reedsy Book Editor, and Vellum. 2. Pluses and minuses of using Microsoft Word. 3. How to create a standard, clickable table of contents. 4. How to create a "logical" table of contents (used for the "Go To" menu or sidebar on your e-reading device or app). 5. HTML and CSS (styling) basics and a look at specific issues that are relevant to e-books and Amazon Kindle e-books in particular. 6. A template with HTML and CSS code that should work for any type of book formatting need. 7. How to create "standard" paragraph styles for different types of books. 8. How to add drop caps or small caps to your initial chapter paragraphs. 9. How to format complex elements such as internal and external links, images, tables, list items, block quotations, special fonts, and more. 10. How to create a final EPUB document (with proper metadata and cover art) from your original document or from an HTML version. 11. How to check your final EPUB for errors before submitting to online publishers. 12. An appendix summarizing the author's personal process to use as a quick checklist reference.

Handcraft EPUB In 7 Steps

Handcraft EPUB In 7 Steps
Author: Mundy Obilor Jim
Publisher: JimArts Publishing
Total Pages: 61
Release: 2015-05-06
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 8299890691

‘Handcraft EPUB In 7 Steps’ makes ePub creation simple for Authors. The book aims at truly emphasizing on the word 'crafting'— as it will in a step-by-step fashion, show how you can create an EPUB with your own resources without paying too much attention to the associated syntax and semantics and without using any conversion software. The book will not bore you with coding! Every code in the book (CSS or XHTML) are spelt out as a 'mini formula'. It answers many questions bothering new intending, do-it-yourself writers, including whether to publish in ePub2 or ePub3. Chapter 1 attempts to degrade or destroy the fear of coding. The word 'degrade' is probably more suitable as you will find out that it is a good idea to acquire some knowledge and understanding of CSS, especially the basic ones. Chapter 2 treats the best practical methods to place items like images and videos. How to hand-craft an EPUB in seven instructional steps is shown in Chapter 3; and in Chapter 4, how to publish and sell an e-book coupled with some beneficial and personal opinions are outlined. In a few words, this book can be titled “True EPUB creation made simple for authors”.

QuarkXPress For Dummies

QuarkXPress For Dummies
Author: Jay J. Nelson
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 449
Release: 2016-11-23
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 111928600X

Take the kinks out of working with QuarkXPress QuarkXPress still remains one of the top tools for layout and design projects, even thirty years after it made its debut. This full-color, hands-on guide is here to help you take the guesswork out of using this powerful tool to create stunning print or digital designs. In QuarkXPress For Dummies, you'll find information on the latest changes to QuarkXPress, easy-to-follow, step-by-step guidance on using the tools built into the software to aid in designing and outputting visual product, and quick solutions to common Quark problems when you get stuck. QuarkXPress dominated the page layout world for decades. It's stuck around thanks to how it readily adapts to customer needs. This new version contains updates and features driven solely by customer feedback. That responsiveness is luring new and former users to the fold. That resurgence in the design community has Quark users clamoring for an authoritative book on how to use it to its fullest. Created in partnership with the pros at Quark, this is the book for new and experienced QuarkXPress users looking to make sense of the latest version. Offers unbeatable tricks for working with text Provides guidance on managing larger design projects Includes tips on how to correct mistakes Take a tour of the palettes, add style to your work, and make QuarkXPress work for you!

Kindle Touch For Dummies Portable Edition

Kindle Touch For Dummies Portable Edition
Author: Leslie H. Nicoll
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 170
Release: 2012-03-20
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1118290771

Explains usage of the Kindle Touch including reading on the device, finding content, saving documents, and troubleshooting.

Self-Publishing Mastery: The Cost-Free Step to Reaching Global Bookstores

Self-Publishing Mastery: The Cost-Free Step to Reaching Global Bookstores
Author: Chetan Singh
Publisher: Chetan Singh
Total Pages: 72
Release: 2024-07-13
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN:

Start your book self publishing journey with "Self-Publishing Mastery: The Cost-Free Step to Reaching Global Bookstores." This essential Free publishing guide provides everything you need to publish your book for free and distribute it worldwide. Learn how to publish your book without spending a dime and make it available in over a thousand bookstores worldwide. Whether you're a first-time Indie authors or an experienced writer looking to expand your reach, this self publishing book provides the tools and knowledge you need to navigate the self-publishing landscape confidently. This essential self publish book guide covers everything from account setup to royalties pricing and marketing strategies. Perfect for new and seasoned authors looking to publish their books for free and reach a global audience. Learn how to navigate the self-publishing world and maximize your earnings without any upfront costs.

Publishing 101

Publishing 101
Author: Jane Friedman
Publisher: MBA for Writers
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2014-12-04
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 0986312606

Learn the basics of the publishing industry

Your eBook Survival Kit, 3rd edition

Your eBook Survival Kit, 3rd edition
Author: Dr David Reiter
Publisher: Interactive Publications
Total Pages: 65
Release: 2015-02-24
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1925231062

A practical, no nonsense guide into the essentials of composing and publishing eBooks. The Kit provides advice and step-by-step instructions on how to set up a file for conversion into the dominant formats of ePub, mobi (Kindle), optimised pdf as well as the new Fixed Layout formats suitable for spread-oriented books. You'll then see how to package the files for uploading to online distributors such as Amazon, Apple and Kobo by starting with a master file that is similar to that created for print or print on demand (POD) production. The Kit also provides strategies for getting out the word about your title to the global community. What's new in the 3rd Edition? • Information on the new export features from InDesign CC (Creative Cloud) that allow you to export to Fixed Layout formats as well as "flowable" ePub files for eBook devices. • an up-to-date review of the latest dedicated eBook Readers, smartphones, phablets and tablets in terms of what functionality they have for enhanced eBook files • the best FREE conversion programs • Step by step instructions on how to set up your book in iBooks Author, and how to prepare and add multimedia elements to your iBooks Author work • Streamlining your workflow in Word, Pages and Adobe's Creative Cloud Suite to shorten the conversion process • hands-on directions on how to use Sigil to edit your ePub files and Calibre to view and convert them to Kindle friendly mobi files • how to validate your files in iBooks Author and Kindle Previewer offline before uploading them to Apple and the Kindle Store • when to outsource conversion of your book, to whom and how much you should expect to pay • updated social media strategies for spreading the word about your book • and much, much more

Passive Income Ideas 2 Books In 1

Passive Income Ideas 2 Books In 1
Author: Michael Cruz
Publisher: Michael Cruz
Total Pages: 142
Release: 2020-10-23
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

Amazon FBA Selling Guide What was one of the first things you wanted to sell when you were a kid? Did you have a lemonade stand that went bust after two weeks, or did you sell baseball bats at little league games? Whatever kickstarted your selling career shows the true determination of a natural-born seller that was meant to take advantage of one of the world's greatest merchandise companies: Amazon. Amazon has been around for over 25 years, and it only continues to build momentum. Once marketed as only an online bookstore, it was unclear if the company would survive the next few years against such large alternatives such as Barnes & Noble. The company was completely internet-based, which many thought would be the end of the website, but it only became more popular with the addition of new products such as music and clothes. Some may not realize that the company that started off as an internet-based store for books was one of the first platforms to encourage outside sales. Originally called zShops, people could market original work or hard-to-find items. The idea exploded as more than half a million people purchased something on Amazon by 2000. Jeff Bezos was dubbed the king of e-commerce in 2001, just seven years after Amazon's launch. From its birth until now, Amazon has acquired 40 companies, but its major commerce is now in its third-party marketers. Outside sellers make up more than 50% of Amazon commerce today, and that number is only growing over the years. Online shopping has become the norm, and Amazon is leading the way in sales, accumulating billions of dollars every year, and its third-party sellers are riding the train to financial freedom. Amazon FBA was officially launched in 2006, so it is far from the newest selling platform, but it has shaped the path for other platforms of its kind, and it should be considered as the best service possible. Sellers can use accounts created with Amazon to sell their own merchandise with small fees collected by Amazon. With the internet growing in importance every year, selling online has never been easier. But why would you want to get involved with Amazon FBA? Well, if you have a knack for selling products, feel as though you have always wanted an online store, or just want to try something new, Amazon FBA is one of the easiest ways to get started. From its promises of prime delivery to customers to its total management of your products as soon as they are delivered to the warehouse, Amazon has you covered. They provide a service unmatched by any outside company, and they make selling easier every year. Passive Income Ideas The concept of making money when you sleep has drawn a crowd to the pursuit of passive income. Theoretically, you put in some time and money in the start, then relax and let the money pour in when you focus on other things. This appears like a dream become a reality, but it's mostly only a dream. In today's workforce, relying on one income source is risky. Job protection is rarely guaranteed, and a little extra cash is useful always. By using your primary income source to cover basic expenses, you may use extra income streams to pay off debts, reduce your economic burden, or avoid going further into debt when you are able to pay for larger purchases up front rather than with a credit card or loan. Conversely, passive income is cash that continues to pay out following the initial work is done. Traditionally, income that were considered "passive" generally included money earned from investments in shares or profit acquired by a person who had invested in accommodations property but wasn't involved in the management or day-to-day functions of that property. This book covers: Passive Income Dropshipping Affiliate Marketing Blogging Dividend Stocks Merch By Amazon Programs Amazon FBA Ebook Online Courses Freelancing As A Virtual Assistant………AND MORE!!!

Motorola XOOM For Dummies

Motorola XOOM For Dummies
Author: Andy Rathbone
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 339
Release: 2011-06-09
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1118121643

Zoom into the next generation of mobile pad technology with Xoom The buzz on Motorola's new Xoom tablet is that it's made of some pretty powerful hardware and boasts a larger screen, higher resolution, and a more powerful, dual-core CPU than other tablets on the market. On top of that, it runs on Android 3.0—the latest operating system designed specifically for tablets. Get thoroughly up to speed on the unique Motorola Xoom and take advantage of all the amazing things it can do with Motorola Xoom For Dummies. This full-color book is packed with practical how-tos, Xoom features, smart techniques, and even insider info on the device, thanks to author Andy Rathbone's deep expertise. Learn how to browse the web, download apps, access social networks, customize your Xoom, track down the handiest accessories, and more. Gets you up to speed on the Motorola Xoom tablet Clarifies the basics of how to use it, how the technology works, how to configure everything, and which ten free apps and ten paid apps you absolutely must have Delivers a full slate of features, tips, tricks, and techniques, all in full color Walks you through basic training, browsing the web, sending and receiving e-mail, accessing social networks, downloading apps, using all the fun multimedia features—music, movies, photos, and books—and more Explores how to maintain and customize your Xoom and includes a handy list of Ten Tips 'n Tricks Get the very most out of the exciting Motorola Xoom. This jam-packed, full-color For Dummies guide makes it easy.