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X-height

The average height of lowercase letters in a typeface. The name comes from the height of the letter 'x', which typically represents this measurement. It is one of the main factors determining the legi...

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Royalties

Royalties are the amount paid to the rights holder of a work in a specific negotiation or when there is a sales operation of the work in question. It is the amount paid to the author by the publisher.

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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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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.