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Widow line

A word or short phrase that appears alone at the bottom of a column or page of text. Like orphan lines, they are considered typographic errors that should be corrected during layout.

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DAISY

Digital Accessible Information System is an accessible digital book format developed especially for people with visual impairments or reading difficulties. It offers facilitated navigation, synchroniz...

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Screen Reader

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

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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.