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Debossing

The opposite technique to embossing, which creates recessed areas on paper through pressure. Also called blind debossing, it creates an interesting visual and tactile effect, especially on high-gramma...

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Bienal do Livro

A large-scale literary fair that brings together publishers, authors, bookstores, and readers in a physical event. In Brazil, the most important biennials are the Bienal Internacional do Livro de São ...

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Uppercase / Lowercase

Typographical terms referring to the use of capital letters (uppercase) and small letters (lowercase). Uppercase means text in CAPITAL LETTERS, while lowercase refers to text in small letters.

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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.