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Alignment

The positioning of text relative to the page margins: left, right, centered, or justified. Alignment directly affects readability and the aesthetic of the page.

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POD

Print On Demand. A printing system that allows printing only when a sale occurs. This mechanism enables the book to be printed only after it has been sold.

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Proofreading

Proofreading is the orthographic and grammatical analysis of a work, involving the adaptation of the text to grammatical rules, punctuation, and correction of any typing errors.

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A complete glossary of publishing and editorial terms for independent authors, editors, and book industry professionals. Originally created in Brazilian Portuguese, now available in English.