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Front matter

These are texts that precede the main body of the work, such as the preface, dedication, acknowledgments, and introduction.

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Lamination

A graphic finishing process that involves applying a plastic film (BOPP plastic film) to book covers, with the aim of providing protection to the book cover. Formerly also known as plastification.

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Book design

Book design is the study and definition of the physical and visual characteristics that will compose the book. Format, typefaces, whether there will be images or not, types of paper, binding, etc., ar...

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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.