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Turn-in

A term used in graphic finishing to define an extra part of paper needed in hardcover printing, whose purpose is to fold and be glued to the back of the board. The excess paper that extends beyond the...

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Cover Design

The creative and technical process of developing the visual project for the book's cover, involving concept, illustration or photography, typography, and layout.

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Author Publishing

The editing or publication of a book undertaken by the author themselves. Publication without the intervention of a publishing house.

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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.