The Learning Zone
Practical design, formatting, and editorial guidance for authors and publishers bringing a book to print.
Why Is There Text Loss Near the Gutter Margin in My Paperback?
Text disappearing near the spine of your paperback? Gutter margin loss is almost always a margin math problem tied to page count, not a printing defect.
Why Do My Images Look Blurry in My Printed Proof?
Blurry images in your KDP or IngramSpark proof? It’s almost always a resolution problem, not a printing error. Here’s how to catch it first.