Software that converts digital text into synthesized speech or tactile Braille, enabling blind or low-vision individuals to access digital books and navigate e-...

The act of publishing one's own book. See self-publishing.

The process by which an author publishes their book independently, without the intermediation of a traditional publisher. In self-publishing, the author assumes...

A publisher that edits and provides editorial services to the author, charging for these services.

An online service that allows authors to independently publish and distribute their books, such as Amazon KDP, Kobo Writing Life, and Google Play Books.

The final price at which the book is actually sold to the consumer, which may include discounts or promotions relative to the list price.

A specialized reader hired to review manuscripts, identifying inappropriate representations, stereotypes, cultural appropriation, or potentially offensive conte...

Serifs are small strokes, extensions, or lines that finish the ends of the letter strokes.

A publisher that provides editorial services to the author, charging for these services.

A set of folded sheets (sewn or stapled) that results in 4, 8, 16, or 32 pages. The text block of a book is formed by combining several signatures. The number o...

Skoob is a social network focused on books. Readers share their experiences with reading books. To learn more, visit: https://www.skoob.com.br/

Uppercase letters with the height of lowercase letters. Used to create typographic hierarchy without using full uppercase, common for proper nouns, acronyms, an...

The part located between the front and back cover, opposite the fore-edge, and adjacent to the book's binding, where the book title, author's name, and publishe...

The part located between the front and back covers, opposite the fore-edge, and adjacent to the book's binding, where the book title, author's name, and publish...

A pre-mixed printing ink (like Pantone) used when exact reproduction of a specific color is required, such as for brand logos. Spot colors are more expensive th...

A layer of varnish applied to a specific area of the book cover. Typically, the cover has an overall matte finish, and certain areas receive glossy details, suc...

A synopsis is a brief description of the book's content. A text intended to pique interest in the book.