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Making a book #8
20 Feb 2018

Making a book #8

by fabrickated | posted in: Book writing, Finished projects, knitting, SWAP | 11

Words I mentioned my book was being professionally editorially reviewed in early January. Late January the book came back, with lots of encouraging and useful advice. Well worth the cost. I know some people dislike their work to be criticised, … Continued

book design, books, cashmere, knitting, navy, photography
Making a book #7 The font
6 Feb 2018

Making a book #7 The font

by fabrickated | posted in: Book writing, Designing, WIP (work in progress) | 18

I was surprised last week by Ellen’s knowing question – what font will you use? And I said Gill Sans. Why I love this font It is English, it is retro, it is elegant and balanced; it makes life more … Continued

book design, fonts, Gill Sans
Making a book #6 Starting my Indesign Course
23 Jan 2018

Making a book #6 Starting my Indesign Course

by fabrickated | posted in: Book writing, Designing, Inspiration, WIP (work in progress) | 4

As you know books are designed. It is an absolutely crucial part of the process, almost as important as writing it. It makes it possible to read comfortably. If you have ever printed out a book or even a long … Continued

Adobe, book design, colour, ebooks, InDesign, Kindle
Making a book (more on the cover) #5
9 Jan 2018

Making a book (more on the cover) #5

by fabrickated | posted in: Book writing, Designing | 15

Wow! On Saturday I posted the work of two designers as they grappled with the idea of what my book should look like. Thank you for your feedback! As they started before the book was written I was actually impressed … Continued

book covers, book design, colour
Making a book #4
6 Jan 2018

Making a book #4

by fabrickated | posted in: Book writing, Designing, WIP (work in progress) | 54

I have just one week left to finish the first draft of my book. In the meantime I have some book covers for you to consider! i have a favourite and a critique of the others, but I am keen … Continued

book design, books, modern, retro
Making a book #3
30 Dec 2017

Making a book #3

by fabrickated | posted in: Book writing, WIP (work in progress) | 8

One thing I am doing too much of is looking out of the window. But we are experiencing some wonderful sunsets. And I have a lake to contemplate. But I also have a book to write! How do you eat … Continued

book design, book writing, deadlines

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